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Think Content First, Navigation Second

In this digital age, everyone is jumping on the digital bandwagon and wanting to be online. Rightfully so! Any company or organization worth its’ salt knows that in order to survive, you must evolve, adapt and embrace change! However, one fundamental thing still remains the same. Content is King! Jon Setzen is a Creative Director […]

Crowdfunding Bill of Rights

David Neff and Miriam Kagan hosted a conversational panel about the future of crowdfunding. Specifically, they were looking for a set of rules that nonprofits and others would use when looking for funding from outside sources. The crowdfunding Bill of Rights is an idea that Neff is very passionate about. After starting the talk with […]

Hugh Forrest's Opening Remarks From SXSW

For first timers sxsw can be overwhelming. Hundreds and hundreds of panels, thousands of people, and the opportunity to learn, network and be introduced to exciting new ideas from leaders in the tech community. Hugh Forrest SXSW interactive director outlined some of the keynotes this year and acknowledged the diverse options represented by having speakers […]

Wendy Davis: Great Schools: A Vision for the Future

The day after Wendy Davis secured the Democratic nomination for Governor of Texas, she spoke to a packed house at SXSWEdu. Although Davis became an international political star this past summer when she filibustered anti-abortion legislation, she first took to the political spotlight during a different filibuster. In 2011, there were $5 billion worth of […]

The Music Hackathon Championship

Technology and music have always been hand in hand. Over the years SXSW has hosted two conferences one for Music and one for Interactive. The rise of the digital age has brought many intersections of technology and music. The challenge music faces are ever changing as new platforms emerge for artists to release their music. […]