New York City at SXSW.

Tech Talks! MONDAY, March 12, 2018

10:35am - 11:00am: MAKING CITIES INCLUSIVE, EQUITABLE AND SUSTAINABLE; CITIES TECH TALK Tech Talk Panel with representatives of public, private, NGO and academic (e.g. Policy Link, Urban Institute) sectors discussing the need, the opportunities, and how to advance inclusive and equitable cities.

12:05pm - 12:30pm: AR/VR FIRESIDE CHAT: Hear what’s top of mind and on the horizon for NYC startups from new technologies and products to partnerships.

1:35pm - 2:00pm: NYC STARTUPS FIRESIDE CHAT: Hear what’s top of mind and on the horizon for NYC startups from new technologies and products to partnerships.


4:35pm - 5:00pm: WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP PANEL From government to private sector, hear from women in leadership roles, what motivates and drives them as a leader, and what they consider to be the key component to career building

12:30pm – 12:50pm: Wanted: A Civic Generation to Solve Climate Change – Four Seasons Ballroom CD

There is a disconnect between our concern for our planet and the actions we need to take to stop climate change. At the local level, NYC is delivering ambitious policies, but government action alone will not suffice. In the face of a changing climate, there has never been a greater need or opportunity for technologists, designers, artists, and interdisciplinary minds to dedicate their craft to building a just and sustainable future for all.

5:00pm - 5:20pm: MAKING TECH WORK FOR PEOPLE KEYNOTE – Four Seasons Ballroom AB

Technology is profoundly changing our everyday lives – how we get information, how we move, how we connect with people, places and things. The Digital Revolution is happening, whether we are ready or not. Now, more than ever, local governments must intervene to close the digital divide and to make the world a fairer place for all that leaves no one behind. Miguel Gamiño, Jr., NYC CTO, will share his vision for a more equitable future as cities, and the world, continue to embrace and leverage new tools and technologies.

5:20pm - 6:00pm: BREAKING THE MOLD IN PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS – Four Seasons Ballroom AB

(Panel following Keynote for 40 minutes): Collaborative public and private partnerships remain key to how cities approach solving big urban challenges, from growing the economy, creating new jobs and advancing how we live, work and play in today’s world. This panel will feature industry and community leaders who are working with cities to create opportunity and ensure equity in a technology-forward world.


Tech Talks! Tuesday, March 13, 2018

10:35am - 11:00am: SUPERPOWER OF GLOBAL COLLABORATION: One of the benefits of working in city government is the ability to learn from and share with our peers and to accelerate digital projects. Join Miguel Gamiño Jr., NYC CTO in conversation global cities tech leaders, including Marijn Franje, CIO, The Hague, Netherlands, and others. They will discuss how they are collaborating to advance cities with the smart and meaningful integration of new tools and technologies.

12:00pm - 12:30pm: CITY OF NEW YORK CHAT: NYC is the biggest city in the U.S. and facing some big-city challenges: increasing fairness, growing the economy, building new tools and technologies to serve the public realm, and tackling global challenges. Learn what’s front and center for New York City.

1:35pm - 2:00pm: MOBILITY IN A MODERN WORLD: Megacities like NYC are facing mobility challenges with heightened traffic congestion and looking at data and collaboration to help move people faster and more efficiently. Hear from experts and technologists about the importance of seamless integration of public transit, ride sharing, and parking, and the potential of new tools and technologies to accelerate travel in a modern world.

NYC House catering provided by Y&R Sparkplug, Y&R’s Startup Incubator [insert logo]

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So far, we’ve spread the good word in New York City, DC, Philadelphia and Boston. And now we’re coming to you, Atlanta.

Join us for a day of killer keynotes, presentations and networking with peers and industry leaders who are shaking up the mobile advertising game. We’ve carefully crafted an incredible lineup of presenters who are prepared to arm you with new strategies, insights and know-how to take your mobile game to the next level.