Company Brain Buildathon
Hosted by Mishti Ali + Lily + Sahar Mor (Bond AI)
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What to look forward to
On 24 October 2026, Lightfern’s Company Brain Buildathon will give AI builders of all experience levels early access to its new Mac app to create plug-ins for real-world workflows, with OpenAI credits and tracks spanning sales, finance and operations. Leading companies will judge the projects, and top performers may be fast-tracked to interviews through Jumpstart, a platform connecting standout early-career talent with high-growth UK startups.
Inside the event
24 October 2026 - Company Brain Buildathon with Lightfern
Ready for a new way to work?
In an age of automated workflows, all anybody can talk about is company brains. Everybody knows what they want, but not where to begin.
Get early access to Lightfern’s brand new Mac app to build plug-ins and solve real problems in just one day. This is a day for people of all levels of AI-fluency; build for your existing workflows or entirely from scratch!
Seasoned builders, solo founders, operators all welcome.
Limited spots available. First come, first serve at the venue. Ticket does not guarantee entry once capacity is reached (up to 150 participants).
Schedule (subject to changes)
9.30 - 10.00 - Opening and check-in
10.00 - 10.20 - Welcome and Lightfern demo
10.20 - 10.45 - Sponsor talks and introductions
10.45 - Building begins
11.15 - Deadline for team/track submission
12.00 - 13.00 - Lunch
16.00 - Submission deadline
16.30 - 17.00 - Prize ceremony
Why join?
- Get early access to Lightfern’s brand new Mac app before public launch
- Work on real problems that you can take away into the workplace
- Hands-on experience with credits provided by OpenAI
- Have your work judged by leading companies
- Top performers have the chance to be fast-tracked to interview by Jumpstart for the stream of their choice
Partners
Host
Lightfern (Open Track)
Sponsors
Jumpstart (Sales Track) - Jumpstart is a platform that connects the top 1% of early career candidates with high-growth UK Startups hiring across Sales, Ops, Founder's Associates, Chiefs of Staff, Marketing etc. We help these 5-star candidates stand out, and get startups to apply to you!
Round Treasury (Finance/Ops Track) - Round Treasury helps startups bring their accounts together and earn variable yield on company cash through BlackRock-managed money market funds. It automates cash transfers, invoice processing and supplier payments, giving founders and lean finance teams more time to build the business.
Tech Partner
OpenAI
Further sponsors to be confirmed
The Building Centre
The Building Centre, 26 Store St, London WC1E 7BT, UK. Confirm the venue with the organizer before traveling.
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Last checked: Oct 16, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.
Organizer page checked: Oct 16, 2026. Check registration for the latest details.