#AIWeekNewYork · Hosted by ACABA · May 9, 2026
New York City · Chelsea · English & Russian

AI &
Business
Scaling
Summit

A full-day summit where AI meets business strategy. Learn to use AI as a growth tool, access real capital, scale your business, and network with 270 entrepreneurs and professionals — hosted by ACABA, open to everyone.

🌐 Bilingual — English & Russian · Hosted by ACABA · Open to All
May 9
2026
Chelsea
New York City
270
Seats Only
4
Sessions
#AIWeekNewYork
Official Event
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AI. Business. Growth.
All in One Room.

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"I want to start a business but don't know where to begin."
One day of real strategy, real speakers, and practical frameworks to help you launch with confidence.
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"My business is stuck. I need to scale but I don't know how."
Growth playbooks, funding strategies, and mentorship resources that successful founders wish they found earlier.
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"I need capital but have no idea how to access it."
Sit with SCORE advisors and financial leaders who walk you through grants, funding, and investment step by step.
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"Everyone talks about AI. How does it actually apply to my business?"
Our AI panel cuts through the hype with practical tools to automate, market, and scale — starting tomorrow.
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"I work hard but I don't have the right connections."
270 entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals in one room. One conversation here can change your trajectory.
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"I'm ready for a career change or pivot — but where do I start?"
Real frameworks, real community, and people who've made the same leap and built something on the other side.
What You'll Walk Away With

One Day.
Real Results.

No fluff. No theory. Actionable strategies, real connections, and a plan you can execute the moment you leave.

01
A Plan to Start, Scale, or Fund Your Business
Leave with a concrete strategy — not just inspiration. A real roadmap you can execute starting the next day.
02
AI as a Practical Business Tool
Learn exactly how to use AI to automate, market, and grow — without needing a tech background or big budget.
03
Funding & Capital Strategies
Access grants, navigate SCORE resources, and learn what investors actually look for before they write a check.
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A Network That Opens Real Doors
270 people in one room — founders, investors, and professionals. Rooted in the Central Asian business community, open to all.
05
Business Connections Across Cultures
A bilingual, international room of driven people building in America — where your background is an asset, not a barrier.
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Clarity to Make Your Next Move
Whether launching, pivoting, or scaling — you'll leave knowing your next step and feeling equipped to take it.
The Program — May 9, 2026

Four Sessions.
AI Meets Business.

Capital. AI. Community. Keynotes. Every session is designed to give you something you can execute immediately.

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Capital Panel
Business Capital: Fund, Scale & Grow in America
This is the panel that changes everything. We're bringing together the full capital ecosystem in one room — angel investors, grant experts, SBA-backed advisors, insurance strategists, and entrepreneurs who've already built million-dollar businesses. Whether you're pre-revenue or scaling past your first million, this panel is designed to get your company investment-ready, fundable, and built to last. No gatekeeping. No jargon. Just the people, strategies, and resources that actually move money.
Senior Representative, SCORE — U.S. SBA Partner Senior Executive, New York Life Insurance Angel Investor (Confirming) $1M+ Entrepreneur (Confirming)
PANEL
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AI Panel
AI & The Future of Business: Use It or Lose to It
Featuring a Stanford GSB and Harvard Kennedy School graduate who has helped hundreds of founders enter Silicon Valley and secure global funding. This panel cuts through AI hype with real tools to automate, market, and grow — zero tech background required.
Asset Abdualiyev — Co-Founder & CEO, Silkroad Innovation Hub Marina Mogilko — Pending (Silicon Valley Girl / LinguaTrip)
PANEL
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Community Panel
Community Is the New Currency
In a world where AI levels the technical playing field, relationships become your ultimate competitive advantage. Learn to build community that compounds into real capital, opportunity, and long-term business leverage.
Speakers to be announced
PANEL
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Keynote
Keynote Presenters
Closing keynotes from entrepreneurs and leaders who've built something extraordinary — real stories, real numbers, and a vision that sends you home ready to execute.
Keynote speakers to be announced
KEYNOTE
Speakers

Learn From People
Who've Done It.

Confirmed speakers joining us May 9th. Additional speakers announced weekly.

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Asset Abdualiyev
Co-Founder & CEO, Silkroad Innovation Hub · Stanford GSB · Harvard Kennedy School · ex-McKinsey · ex-TaskRabbit
✓ Confirmed · AI Panel
Silicon Valley ecosystem builder connecting Central Eurasian startups with global capital
⭐ Featured Speaker — Pending
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Marina Mogilko
Co-Founder, LinguaTrip · Silicon Valley Girl · Official Creator, World Economic Forum (Davos 2026) · Millions of YouTube subscribers worldwide
● Pending Confirmation
Where media, technology, and business converge — a voice for the next generation of global founders
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Senior Representative, SCORE
Capital Access · Small Business Growth · Advisory · Backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration
✓ Confirmed · Capital Panel
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Senior Executive, New York Life
Financial Strategy · Business Protection · Wealth Planning · New York Life Insurance Company
✓ Confirmed · Capital Panel
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More Speakers
AI, Capital & Community panelists being confirmed now
⟳ Announcing Soon
Our Speakers Have Been Featured In
DAVOS
World Economic Forum
TECHCRUNCH
Global Tech Media
YOUTUBE
Millions of Subscribers
SILICON VALLEY
Startup Ecosystem
GOOGLE
Global Innovation
META
Technology Platform
TECHCRUNCH DISRUPT
Premier Tech Conference
ORGANIZATION OF TURKIC STATES
International Institution
This Is For You If...

You're Here to
Build Something Real.

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You want to start a business and need a real, executable plan
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Your business is running but you need to scale it faster
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You want to use AI in your business but don't know where to start
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You need funding and want to know exactly how to access it
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You're part of the Central Asian business community and want to connect with your people
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You're not Central Asian but want to network with a driven, international community
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You speak Russian and want a bilingual space where you fully belong
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You're ready to be in the room where deals are made and doors open
Open Opportunities

We Are Actively
Seeking.

This summit is being built with intention. We are curating the right people — not just filling seats. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

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AI Speakers
Practitioners and founders using AI to drive real business outcomes. No academics. No theory. Results only.
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Panel Moderators
Experienced professionals who can lead high-level conversations and draw out insight from top panelists.
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Sponsors
Brands and institutions that want direct access to 270 entrepreneurs, founders, and decision-makers in one room.
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$1M+ Business Owners
Founders generating $1M or more in revenue who want to share their story and lead by example on stage.
Priority Communities
  • Central Asian founders & entrepreneurs
  • Russian-speaking business owners
  • International operators entering the U.S.
What We Offer Speakers
  • Stage at a #AIWeekNewYork event
  • Access to 270 qualified professionals
  • Bilingual media coverage & exposure
What We Offer Sponsors
  • Brand positioning at a premium summit
  • Direct access to Central Asian business leaders
  • 7 social media posts via influencers
  • 5 journal & media publications — USA & International
  • Premium logo placement on event banner
  • Maximum visibility across all marketing channels
  • Custom partnership packages available

270 Seats. One Day. No Replay.

In-person only. No livestream, no recording. When the room is full, it's full.

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Tickets

Your Investment.
Your Future.

Three tiers. One day that changes everything.

Student
$30
For the next generation. Extremely limited spots.
  • ✓Full access to all sessions & speakers
  • ✓Complimentary coffee
  • ✓Networking with founders & professionals
  • ✓Valid student ID required at check-in
⚠ Very limited — first come, first served
🔥 Best Value
VIP
$250
The full experience. Premium access, lounge, and exclusive networking all day.
  • ✓All sessions & speakers
  • ✓Exclusive 1-on-1 with speakers & organizers
  • ✓VIP Lounge access
  • ✓Unlimited coffee, water & snacks backstage
  • ✓Lunch included
  • ✓Exclusive welcome gift bag
  • ✓Priority seating
  • ✓Premium networking with investors & leaders
Limited seats · Reserve early
General Admission
$99
Full event access. All sessions, all speakers, all the networking.
  • ✓Full access to all sessions & speakers
  • ✓Complimentary coffee
  • ✓Open networking all day
 
Also In The Room

High-Level Guests
& Delegations.

Official representatives, international media, and institutional leaders joining us.

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NYC Mayor's Office
Official delegation. Mayor Mamdani's attendance being explored.
● Pending
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Embassy of Kazakhstan
Official diplomatic delegation
● Confirmed
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Embassy of Uzbekistan
Official diplomatic delegation
● Pending
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Embassy of Kyrgyzstan
Official diplomatic delegation
● Pending
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Embassy of Tajikistan
Official diplomatic delegation
● Pending
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Embassy of Turkmenistan
Official diplomatic delegation
● Pending
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Qaztrade
Kazakhstan's national trade organization
● Confirmed
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Central Asian TV & Media
International media from Kazakhstan & the region
● Confirmed
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Ivy League Students
Harvard, Columbia & other top universities
● Confirmed
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Involved.

Whether you want to speak, sponsor, or simply connect — there's a place for you at this summit. Reach out and let's build something together.

FAQ

Quick Answers.

Anyone who wants to start, scale, or future-proof their career using AI. All backgrounds welcome. The event is bilingual (English & Russian) and open to everyone.
Zero experience needed. Sessions are designed to meet you where you are and give you practical tools you can use immediately — whether you're just starting or already running a business.
Yes. This is an official #AIWeekNewYork event, part of the citywide AI festival by Pulse NYC running May 11–17, 2026. We kick off the week on May 9th.
Yes. The event is fully bilingual — English and Russian — with AI-powered live translation throughout the day.
Chelsea, New York City — easy subway access. Exact address and travel details sent to all registered attendees closer to the date.
Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable. Contact us at americancabusiness.com to arrange a transfer.
Yes — just $30 with a valid student ID at check-in. Extremely limited spots, so grab yours early.
May 9 · Chelsea, NYC · #AIWeekNewYork

AI. Business. Community.
All in One Day.

270 entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals. Real AI strategy. Real funding. Real connections. Hosted by ACABA — open to everyone serious about building.

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