The Future of Fractional Leadership in the Age of AI

Jan 21, 11:00โ€ฏPMโ€‰โ€“โ€‰Jan 22, 2:00โ€ฏAM (UTC)

Ft. Lauderdale

Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation, 3100 Ray Ferrero Junior Boulevard, Davie, 33314

AI is changing how companies scale and how leaders show up. Join founders, fractional executives, and investors for a fireside chat and panel on how AI-powered, on-demand leadership is reshaping growth, execution, and decision-making. Stay for curated networking with builders shaping the future.

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About this event

The Future of Fractional Leadership in the Age of AI


  • Who: Startup Grind Fort Lauderdale 
  • What: Panel, Networking
  • Where: Levan Center, Nova University Davie
  • When: Wednesday, January 21st, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST
Event Description:

The rise of AI is accelerating a new leadership model. Fractional executives are no longer just filling gaps. They are leveraging AI to move faster, think smarter, and deliver outsized impact without traditional constraints.

The Future of Fractional Leadership in the Age of AI brings together startup founders, fractional leaders, and investors for an in-depth fireside chat and panel discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming executive roles, team structures, and company growth strategies.

This in-person experience is designed for builders who want real-world insight, not hype. Hear from leaders actively using AI tools to scale operations, improve decision-making, and drive results across multiple organizations. Following the conversation, enjoy curated networking with operators, founders, and investors navigating this shift together.

Whether you are a founder exploring fractional leadership, an executive building an AI-enabled portfolio career, or an investor tracking the next evolution of company building, this event delivers clarity, connection, and actionable perspective.

About Connectd:
Connectd has built the leading marketplace for ambitious founders to recruit top-tier senior leadership talent in the most cost-efficient way.
We have one of the largest pools of vetted advisors, fractional executives, and independent Directors that you can access for free (For 6 months with no commitment) and with no recruitment fees.
With over 10,000 expert connections made so far, Connectd enables organisations to move faster and scale smarter through curated talent that delivers when it matters most.


Who Should Attend

  • Startup founders and co-founders
  • Fractional and AI-enabled executives
  • Investors and venture partners
  • Operators, advisors, and ecosystem builders

Expected Outcomes

๐Ÿค– AI-Powered Leadership Insights: Understand how AI is amplifying executive impact
๐Ÿš€ Smarter Scaling Strategies: Learn when fractional leadership outperforms full-time roles
๐Ÿง  Practical Use Cases: See how leaders are using AI in real operating environments
๐Ÿค Curated Networking: Connect with forward-thinking founders, operators, and investors
๐Ÿ“ˆ Decision-Making Advantage: Discover how AI improves speed, clarity, and execution
๐ŸŒฑ Future-Ready Community: Join a network shaping the next era of leadership


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Check out what happened

Panelists

  • Melda Akin Frederick

    SiriusLabs.ai by D14.AI

    Founder

  • Prahasi Kasham

    UKG

    Sr. Product Manager | Design System | AI

  • Renatto Garro

    Nebulai

    CTO Co-Founder

  • Andrew Lee Miller

    Growth Expertz

    CEO

Moderator

  • Thiago Olmedo

    Connectd

    Startup Acquisition & Partnerships Lead

When

When

January 21โ€‰โ€“โ€‰22, 2026
11:00 PM โ€“ 2:00 AM (UTC)

Agenda

Welcome & Networking
Special Presentations
Fractional Leadership Panel
Partners & Supporters Recognition.
Networking & Farewells
Announcements & Final Drawing

Host

  • Marc Lissade

    Startup Grind

    Fort Lauderdale Chapter Director

Organizers

  • Marc Lissade

    Startup Grind

    Chapter Director

  • Jason Dukes

    Captains Chair Coaching

    Co-Director & Chief Coaching & Mentorship Officer

  • Eric Gaines

    Startup Grind

    Co-Director & Chief Partnership Officer

  • Guillermo Vizcaรญno

    Startup Grind

    Co-Director & Chief Growth Officer

Global sponsor

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Carta

Partners

Startup Broward logo

Startup Broward

Startup Digest South Florida logo

Startup Digest South Florida

Product Hunt South Florida logo

Product Hunt South Florida

Founders Live Fort Lauderdale logo

Founders Live Fort Lauderdale

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