Weaver of ideas that ship
ADDYDE LA CRUZ
Keynotes, panels, and workshops on AI, product strategy, vibe coding, Web3, and personal growth — for founders, students, teams, and communities navigating what comes next.
A grounded voice for the AI era.
Adalbert “Addy” De La Cruz is an AI keynote speaker, product builder, educator, and community leader helping people turn ideas into real products using emerging technology.
He is the founder of RapidLabz and the creator of Vibe Connect, where he has taught over 2,000 builders how to use AI-assisted development, product strategy, and vibe coding to launch faster and think more clearly about what they are building.
With experience across product, marketing operations, Web3, fintech, and community-led growth, Addy has worked with organizations including Google, DraftKings, Deloitte, ClubRare, and Morgan Stanley. His work sits at the intersection of AI, product strategy, education, and ecosystem building, with a focus on making technical creation more accessible to nontraditional builders, founders, students, and operators.
The future shouldn't only belong to the most technical people in the room.
What
attendees say.
"I learned a lot and felt authentically scaffolded in my learning throughout the session. Thank you!"
"Great speaker and engagement! Definitely helped me learn content at my beginner stage but also engaged those in the session who were more experienced. That is not an easy skill and you nailed it!"
"This was an amazing experience — something that before the session I had as just an idea has now come a step forward to become a reality and impact my community."
"As a boomer, not wanting to be left behind, I embrace tech and this session enabled me to complete a wishlist item in under 5 minutes! Great, relevant and user-friendly."
"Love the content and way it was presented. Highlights: user stories, identifying problem and designing 3-5 features, design thinking, starter prompt. Loved the structure."
"Appreciate the real life exercises and resources, as well as the breakdown of the mindset needed for vibe coding."
"It was great, really opened my eyes and now I feel like I can super easily make my ideas come alive."
"Made some complicated concepts much simpler. Thank you!"
"Adalberto, thank you my brother! Excellent presentation and great insights."
"Adalbert breaks down complex AI concepts in a way that finally made things click for me. Walked away with a working prototype the same night."
"One of the most practical sessions I've attended. Real frameworks, real examples, zero fluff."
"Energy, clarity, and substance — rare combo. I left motivated and with a concrete plan to ship."
BUILD WITH
RAPIDLABZ.
RapidLabz is an AI implementation and development studio led by Addy. We turn ideas, workflows, and operational problems into practical digital systems — automations, websites, MVPs, and internal tools.
A field guide for founders
The Guide I Wish I Had As An Entrepreneur
The honest playbook Addy wishes someone had handed him on day one — lessons from building products, leading teams, and navigating uncertainty across AI, Web3, and startup ecosystems.
From university classrooms to founder communities and brand-led events — audiences range from students and emerging builders to leaders shaping how AI is adopted at scale.
Six talks.
One agenda.
- 01
AI Is Not Your Product Strategy
A sharp, honest talk about why tools alone are not enough and how strategy is what turns new technology into real value.
- 02
Vibe Coding for Non-Technical Builders
A practical session showing how founders and creatives can use AI tools to move faster without losing direction.
- 03
From Overwhelm to Execution
A talk on turning scattered ideas into momentum, especially for people building in fast-moving environments.
- 04
What Web3 Got Right About Community
A broader conversation on digital culture, belonging, ownership, and lessons that still matter today.
- 05
How to Build Smarter With AI, Not Just Faster
A session on using AI with intention so teams and builders can avoid noise and focus on what actually matters.
- 06
Building Your Way Forward
A motivational and story-driven talk on resilience, career growth, and creating your own path in tech and innovation.
The Index.
Formats
- Keynote Talks
- Panels
- Fireside Chats
- Workshops
- Masterclasses
- Guest Lectures
- Moderation
- Hosting & MC Roles
- Virtual Sessions
- In-Person Events
Audiences
- 01Universities and student groups
- 02Startup founders and early-stage teams
- 03Product managers and innovation leaders
- 04Corporate teams exploring AI adoption
- 05Entrepreneur and creator communities
- 06Accelerators, incubators, and builder programs
- 07Web3 and emerging tech communities
- 08Conferences, panels, and brand activations
- 09Community organizations and youth-focused programs
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Available for conferences, universities, company events, workshops, founder communities, panels, and brand activations.