Opening Address: Austin's Role in Powering the US Tech EcosystemOpening Address: Austin's Role in Powering the US Tech Ecosystem

Emerging and transformative tech is shaping the way business and society operate, changing markets forever. What will Austin's impact be during this technological revolution? 
Hugh Forrest, Co-President & Chief Programming Officer - SXSW (South by Soutthwest)

Jay Boisseau, Ph.D., Executive Director & Founder - Austin Forum on Technology & Society

Jenalea Howell, VP Market Pillar Lead - Informa Tech
Rebecca Taylor, Interim Executive Director and Executive-In-Residence - Austin Technology Incubator, The University of Texas at Austin

Shakeel Rashed, Managing Director / Advisor - Capital Factory