
Mark Your Calendars!
Avant South returns October 16–17, 2025
Get ready to explore the intersection of culture, innovation, and technology while honoring Atlanta’s legacy as a global transportation hub.
Stay tuned for big announcements!
SPEAKERS
Hear from leaders who are defining the future of their industries.
NETWORKING
Connect with peers and leaders across multiple industries.
SHOWCASE
Get hands-on experience with the latest innovations driving our society forward.
DISCUSSION
Join the conversation around the intersection of technology, culture, and innovation.
Where ideas converge and futures ignite.
Avant South is an annual event supporting Atlanta’s growth as a leading tech hub. Our city is nationally recognized as the Tech capital of the South for producing top talent, nurturing innovation, and developing tomorrow’s leaders. But we’re aiming even higher – to become one of the nation’s top five technology and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Presented by the City of Atlanta in collaboration with local colleges and universities, Avant South delves into the unique intersection of culture, innovation, and technology, highlighting the key catalyst role these elements play across industries.
This year, we’ll celebrate Atlanta’s legacy as a transportation powerhouse and how industry, entrepreneurs, and higher education collectively contribute to the continued growth of Atlanta and the Southeast.
We're connecting transportation and:
- fintech
- healthcare
- energy
- smart cities
- and more!
- ai
- logistics
Avant South 2024 Recap
Last year, Avant South brought together the leading voices in media, sports, entertainment, and entrepreneurship to explore the innovations and technologies that are shaping the future of our society.
Join us for Avant South 2025 on October 16–17, 2025 to explore the impact Atlanta’s status as a global transportation hub has on other industries contributing to the region’s growth. Stay tuned for more information!