Nov 7: Putting Our Creative Class to Work

The Forrest Four-Cast: November 4, 2017

The Tuesday, November 7 edition of the Austin Forum focuses on “Putting Our Creative Class to Work Through Technology.” This event will explore how and where creative professionals can leverage platforms, practices, and more to spark new opportunities, keep pace with innovation, and learn and master the skills needed to thrive in the new economy.

Speakers who will address this topic include Kalinda Howe (Conde Nast), Patrick McGarry (data.world), Paul O’Brien (MediaTech Ventures) and Jim Spencer (entrepreneur).

SXSW is one of the sponsors of the Austin Forum. So if you attend the November 7 event, then you can win a free badge to March Magic 2018. Download the slid.o app on your smartphone so that you can be eligible to win.

The November edition of the Austin Forum occurs at Galvanize (118 Nueces St, 78701). Doors open at 5:45 pm and the presentation begins at 6:15 pm. Networking reception (with free food) starts when the session concludes at 7:30 pm. There is no entry fee to attend he Austin Forum, but you must RSVP via this link to ensure your spot on the guest list.

“Putting Our Creative Class to Work Through Technology” is part of Media Tech Week in Austin, which runs November 6–10.

Hugh Forrest serves as Chief Programming Officer at SXSW, the world’s most unique gathering of creative professionals. He also tries to write at least four paragraphs per day on Medium. These posts often cover tech-related trends; other times they focus on books, pop culture, sports and other current events.

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