2026 AICP Awards in Los Angeles
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026
Universal Studios Lot
111 Universal Hollywood Drive
Building 10UCP
Universal City, CA 91608
6pm to 7pm: Happy Hour
7pm to 8pm: AICP Awards Program
8pm to 11pm: Reception
Tickets: $325
Jimmy Smith, Jimmy Smith, Chairman, CEO, CCO of Amusement Park Entertainment, and the 2026 AICP Next Awards Judging Chair will kick things off with a chat with an AI version of himself on craft, creativity and AI.
That talk segues into a conversation with Jimmy and Curators from the 2026 AICP Awards, who will provide insights into the winning work, and the state of the industry, creativity, and storytelling.
Speakers:
Yvette Cobarrubias, Managing Partner/Owner, Cosmo Street Editorial
Kerstin Emhoff, CEO, PRETTYBIRD/Ventureland
Matt Factor, Founding Partner, SKUNK
JJ Lask, Founding Partner/Editor, PS 260
Jimmy Smith & AI Jimmy Smith, Chairman, CEO, CCO, Amusement Park Entertainment
Moderator: Matt Miller, President & CEO, AICP
Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Please contact Karen McMann at karenm@aicp.com for more details.