• “I was astounded to see how AI could be used to create a very substantial marketing plan.”

    —Arin McKenna, Staff Writer/Reporter for Northern New Mexico College

  • “Curt is a great & trustworthy guide for a very complex subject.”

    —Gay Dillingham, Producer/Director, CNS Communications

  • “Having an A.I. think tank / symposium seems like the right thing at the right time. Well done!”

    —Chis D., KBAC DJ

  • “Curt Doty’s El Sailon salon is a thought-provoking and sociable way to learn about AI. Through lively discussions, Curt manages to banish Caliban from the brave new world of AI and embrace Ariel’s compassion and magic. His only warning is: Don’t get left behind!”ist Item

    — Julie Ford, Attorney

  • “I’ve been using AI in various form my photography business for copy editing and writing and using ‘Generative AI’ in Photoshop to enhance backgrounds for photos as well as in retouching. But I know that AI encompasses so much more and it just seems like an AI jungle out there…The meetings Curt has been having are beginning to help me sort out the multitude of applications and questions about ethics and worldwide usage of AI…Although that world is still overwhelming, I’m glad to be attending with the hopes that clarity will eventually reign supreme.”

    — Daniel Quat, Corporate Branding Photography

  • “I’m thrilled that Curt Doty had the idea for this series of salon-style events focusing on AI – and that the City’s Office of Economic Development has been able to support the El Sailon series in becoming a success. Santa Fe has always been a place where creativity, arts & culture, and deeper thinking come together. I’m glad to see this play out today with El Sailon from Curt Doty.”

    — Eric Renz-Whitmore, Office of Economic Development, City of Santa Fe, NM

  • “El Sailon underscores the importance of community dialogue, not just for sharing knowledge, but for building a foundation of trust and understanding around AI technologies. El Sailon isn’t just a meeting place—it’s a movement toward empowering New Mexico residents and businesses to embrace the future with confidence and creativity.”

    — Carl McClendon, Program Manager, Santa Fe Business Incubator

  • “El Sailon has quickly become a foundation stone for the AI enthusiast and practitioner in the New Mexico community. Ripe with ideas, and practical application, El Sailon brings together great minds pursuing the next generation of human technology in fireside conversation and academic presentation that works for the common man and the expert.”

    — Alexander R. McCaig, CEO, TARTLE

  • “Curt has created a wonderful and progressive community of AI practitioners and interested parties. I’ve been involved in the RPA and AI industry for a long time now, and I’ve never seen it reach into the community as is happening with El Sailon. AI is coming - use your powers for good!”

    — Michael Kotowski

  • “I recently had the pleasure of attending an El Salon event, and I was completely blown away by the experience. The welcoming atmosphere, exceptional organization, and seamless opportunities for networking made it an event to remember. What stood out most was the chance to engage with like-minded professionals who shared their insights, research, and applications of AI across various industries. The exchange of ideas was both inspiring and energizing. I highly recommend checking out one of these events—you’ll leave not only happy but eager for more opportunities to learn and connect.”

    — Andrew Sedillo, Director of Microcredentials Instructional Design at New Mexico State University

  • “I feel deeply inspired about the future of AI and the opportunities it brings to shape our world in meaningful ways. Coming together in a group to openly discuss all the aspects of this technology—from its potential to its challenges—reminds me how important collaboration and shared vision are for progress. I especially appreciate Curt Doty’s positive perspective on AI. His optimism resonates with me because I truly believe that with the right mindset, we can harness AI to create incredible innovations while staying grounded in human values. Events like this give me hope for what’s ahead.”

    — Kat Walsh, High Vibe Brands

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Our Mission

Our mission is to bring together AI leaders, enthusiasts, users, business leaders, creative minds, and educators from the Santa Fe and Albuquerque area to foster discussion and increase AI adoption and AI literacy.

If you’re curious or passionate about AI and eager to engage in stimulating conversations, we invite you to be part of our monthly meetups.

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You can sponsor one of El Sailon Meetups! We are currently looking for generous partners. If you would like to contribute to our new community, we would be so grateful. Each of our sponsors is given shoutouts from the stage and in marketing. Learn More.

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Photography by Liz Hassett and Daniel Quat

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You can sponsor one, or a series of El Sailon Meetups! We are currently looking for generous partners. If you would like to contribute to our new community, we would be so grateful. We have various tiers of sponsorships

SPONSORSHIPS

El Sailon is a monthly meetup presented by RealmIQ, a local AI consultancy helping companies and executives adopt and thrive in the age of AI and navigate business transformation through workshops and personal coaching. Led by Curt Doty, a branding and marketing veteran. He hosts RealmIQ: SESSIONS, a podcast on YouTube where he talks with AI leaders and AI founders from around the globe.