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The premier tech conference delivered an unforgettable convergence of code, culture, and community in Atlanta ATLANTA, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RenderATL, the leading tech conference merging innovation, culture, and code, officially concluded its 2025 event, delivering three days of dynamic programming, immersive activations, and electric community energy. From June 11–13, over 15,000 participants gathered city wide for Atlanta Tech Week, with 8,000 badge holders specifically attending the flagship RenderATL conference, as the event seamlessly fused education with culture, music, and meaningful connection. The conference kicked off with dynamic workshops and educational sessions, followed by the RenderATL Ponce Rooftop Kickoff presented by Uber at Skyline Park, a vibrant fusion of tech-meets-play where attendees connected through immersive activations, interactive tech-themed games, and beats curated by AfroFuture. As the conference continued, more than 80 technical sessions and workshops took place, along with insightful conversations on product management, AI, design, and leadership. As the flagship event of Atlanta Tech Week, which featured over 215+ events across the city, RenderATL reinvested over $55 million into the local economy, supporting vendors and small businesses throughout the week. "RenderATL 2025 was more than a tech conference, it was a cultural moment," said Justin E. Samuels, Founder and CEO of RenderATL. "We've always believed in merging community and code, and this year we leveled up with experiences that truly reflected the brilliance and creativity of the tech world. Across every touchpoint, from thought-provoking panels to high-energy performances, RenderATL was a celebration of innovation and community." Throughout the week, attendees enjoyed informative discussions led by visionaries from today's most transformative tech companies, including Zillow, Microsoft, OpenAI, Reddit, Netflix, DraftKings, Uber, Disney, Hopper, Expedia, Chick-fil-A, and Intuit Mailchimp. Highlights included a fireside chat with David Banner, Justin E. Samuels (Founder & CEO of RenderATL), Okla Jones III (Sr. Entertainment Editor at Essence), and Daylon Goff (Sr. Director of Black Ambition) that focused on leveraging your brand to excel across industries; the sold-out AI Summit presented by IBM; an AI-focused executive workshop in partnership with General Assembly, and an informative panel hosted by Zillow featuring Dan Spaulding (Chief People Officer) and the company's leadership team who explored remote-first culture and hybrid work's evolving future. The event concluded with RenderATL's iconic festival experience, which delivered high-energy performances by Wayne Wonder, Elephant Man, Alison Hinds, and Kevin Lyttle. This unique convergence of culture and code redefined the traditional technology conference experience, transforming RenderATL into a vibrant hub for inspiration, connection, and collective growth. With attendees flying in from across the globe, RenderATL continues to grow as a cornerstone of industry innovation, while further elevating Atlanta as a creativity hub. Plans for the next RenderATL are already underway with the conference slated to return August 12-13, 2026, with even more tech-meets-culture experiences. For more information about RenderATL, follow @RenderATL on Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. About RenderATL: RenderATL is one of the largest technology conferences in the United States, blending deep technical education with cultural immersion. Founded in 2019 by engineer and entrepreneur Justin E. Samuels, RenderATL was created to spotlight dynamic voices, experiences, and leadership in software engineering and innovation. What began as the South's first React-focused conference has since evolved into a full-scale experience spanning 250,000+ sq. ft., attracting thousands of developers, designers, product leaders, and tech executives from across the globe. RenderATL's mission is simple but powerful: Empower the next generation of tech leaders through connection, culture, and code.» Mehr auf prnewswire.com

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