Early Bird rates are valid until June 01st, 2026. The first 50 to register before May 17th will earn Founding Leader status and enjoy career long benefits. The first 100 to register during the early bird period will receive a complimentary pass for the VIP Cocktail Event at the iconic Vancouver Aquarium ($299.00 CAD value). All passes include 2 catered lunches, unlimited coffee and tea, and an on-site cocktail event at the end of the summit.
Founding Leader is the highest recognition offered at the TruNorth AI Leadership Summit — reserved exclusively for the first delegates to register. It signifies that you were part of the inaugural cohort shaping the direction, culture, and long‑term vision of this global AI leadership community.
Founding Leaders are not just early participants — they are the charter group whose presence, expertise, and influence help define the standards of responsible, enterprise‑grade AI leadership across North America, LATAM, the UK, EMEA, and APAC. This designation signals seniority, credibility, and long‑term involvement in a global movement that will only grow in scale and impact.
As a Founding Leader, you receive a suite of permanent, prestige‑level benefits designed to recognize your early commitment and ensure you always have a seat at the table:
Upgraded lanyard displaying Founding Leader Status
LinkedIn badge to showcase your role in the inaugural cohort
Guaranteed seat in the Closed Door CIO/CAIO Roundtables & Workshops
Complimentary VIP upgrade, including the Vancouver Aquarium Networking Cocktail Event
Reserved front‑row VIP seating in the Forbes‑hosted main hall
Grandfathered rate for all future TruNorth events — your price will never increase
First right of refusal for all future Summits worldwide (NA, LATAM, UK, EMEA, APAC)
Future speaking and media opportunities within the TruNorth ecosystem
Your headshot and website/social links displayed on the official Summit website
Becoming a Founding Leader means you are part of the original 300 — the group that helped launch a global tour and set the tone for how AI will be governed, deployed, and led in the years ahead. It is a recognition that stays with you as the Summit expands internationally and the community grows in influence.
TruNorth AI Leadership Summit, North America is a two‑day gathering designed to bring clarity, leadership, and direction to one of the most important technological shifts of our time. Hosted in Vancouver, the Summit convenes the people and organizations shaping how artificial intelligence will be deployed responsibly at scale—across industry, government, research, and society. It is built for decision‑makers who need more than hype: they need insight, alignment, and a trusted environment to explore what comes next.