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For Immediate Release

*Contact Information*
Karissa Braxton, Office of the Mayor 
Karissa.Braxton2@seattle.gov 

Eric Moss, Seattle Office of Economic Development 
Eric.Moss@seattle.gov 



Mayor Bruce Harrell and City of Seattle Launch Groundbreaking AI Incubator to Propel the Next Generation of AI Entrepreneurs  

"A new public-private partnership on Seattle’s waterfront positions Seattle as a premier location for AI innovation, development, and opportunity.  "

*SEATTLE * – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the opening of AI House [ https://www.ai2incubator.com/ai-house?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], a first-in-the-nation AI hub, launched through a public-private partnership, focused on entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and community leaders building the next era of AI in Seattle. Located at the historic Pier 70 on the Waterfront, this new space will serve as an “AI Town Hall,” forming an ecosystem that brings together the talent creating the next wave of technology and research. Launched through a partnership between the City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development [ https://www.seattle.gov/economic-development?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] (OED), AI2 Incubator [ https://allenai.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], and Ada Developers Academy [ https://adadevelopersacademy.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], this hub provides co-working space, event space, and collaborative tools for founders creating AI-focused companies. 

"In Seattle, we create solutions to problems facing our region and the world. From clean tech, to timber, to healthcare, to transportation and shipping, AI is no exception,” *said Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell. *“Our region is where thinkers, builders, and innovators come to bring big ideas to life, and this investment reflects our effort to make Seattle the best place for AI and tech to set up shop.” 

Through a $210,000 investment from OED to support programmatic needs, and $400,000 from Washington Department of Commerce for real estate, the city partnered with the AI2 Incubator and Ada Developer’s Academy to move the AI House from concept to reality. This space will not only foster technological advancement but will also integrate with local businesses to spur real-world applications and solutions. Examples of current founders a part of the AI House ecosystem include founders developing new technologies to reduce retail theft in corner stores, streamline mortgage underwriting to make homeownership more accessible, and improve real-time healthcare monitoring to save lives and reduce ICU nurse burnout. AI House is shaping a future where Seattle leads the world in AI advancements and economic growth.  

“We are positioning Seattle as the leader in AI innovation. This technology has the power to dramatically change our world, and we want Seattle to be at the forefront of shaping it to help solve some of our most complex and vexing challenges,” *said Markham McIntyre, Director of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development. *“AI House will be Seattle’s nexus of our innovative ideas, talented people, and business acumen. It’s an incredible partnership effort to expand access to economic opportunities in the AI field.”  

The goal of the partnership is to foster the unique talent and AI potential present in the Seattle area. Data from Greater Seattle Partners [ https://greater-seattle.com/ai/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] shows that Seattle is currently home to more than 400 AI companies, nearly 200 AI start ups, and is a top ten location for AI job markets—all of which is fueling the city’s market potential of up to $15.7 trillion by 2030, positioning Seattle as an emerging global leader in artificial intelligence. Through the AI House partnership, as AI projects mature, they can expand into long-term spaces in Downtown Seattle, fueling economic growth and growing the roster of AI companies in Seattle.  

“The top request from Seattle founders is more community,” *said Yifan Zhang, Managing Director of AI2 Incubator. *“AI House will serve as a concentrated gathering place for Seattle’s talented AI ecosystem, with co-working spaces dedicated to AI founders, and multiple event spaces for up to 400 attendees to network, demonstrate technologies, and use communal areas for knowledge sharing and serendipitous connection.” 

“At Ada Developers Academy, we’re dedicated to unlocking untapped potential and empowering the next generation of software developers through meaningful engagement and support.”* said Tina-Marie Gulley, CEO of Ada Dev**elopers Academy. *“Ada's collaboration with the city on AI House is a natural fit. This initiative aims to cultivate a dynamic AI community, uniting emerging and seasoned talent to create an interconnected network, undoubtedly positioning Seattle for boundless growth.” 

AI startup founders and AI researchers or practitioners can find more information on the AI House website [ https://www.ai2incubator.com/ai-house?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], including applications for the AI2 Incubator program, to be an AI House Expert, and to attend or host events at AI House. 

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*The Seattle Office of Economic Development’s* [ https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.seattle.gov%2Feconomic-development%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001946c436b7f-d46d4c07-c0be-4fa9-a4eb-cd61b010b3b1-000000/BA321QsBCvw4MMyIm7roTDR_TwDQfYNtf4Vj2vkrz_M=388 ] purpose is to shape the future of Seattle’s economy and make it more equitable, prosperous, and competitive. We do this work by leading projects and making investments that open up access to economic opportunities, reduce the racial wealth gap, and encourage innovation and growth.   

*The AI2 Incubator [ https://www.ai2incubator.com/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] *is a uniquely technical, founder-focused startup incubator with a proven record of launching groundbreaking AI companies. Born from the Paul Allen Institute for AI (AI2), we leverage our deep technical expertise, research excellence, and the visionary spirit of the Pacific Northwest’s thriving AI community to help entrepreneurs build transformative AI-first companies. 

*Ada Developers Academy [ https://adadevelopersacademy.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]* is a non-profit, tuition-free coding school for underrepresented adults, including people of color, women and gender-expansive adults, those from low-income backgrounds, neurodivergent individuals, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Ada’s immersive training and internship program creates career pathways for thousands of adults from disinvested communities to become impactful software developers and technologists.  



 

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