SXSW Interactive 2014 Program Guide: Tomorrow Happens Here
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SXSW 2014 Interactive Festival 144 145 SXSW 2014 Interactive Festival STARTUP VILLAGE HILTON DOWNTOWN, LEVEL 4: 500 E 4TH STREET; AUSTIN CHAMBER: 535 E 5TH STREET 11:00 AM Hilton: Austin Chamber Offices Building Six Figure eCommerce Stores Today It's easier than ever to start an eCommerce business with all the resources available, and harder than ever to make it a success. So what does it take to build a six figure eCommerce store today? Our panel of speakers including two successful online en- trepreneurs, one marketing and PR expert, and one supply chain expert will dive into what it takes to grow a profitable online store. Andrew Youderian, Billy Murphy, Mark Hayes, Naruby Schlenker Panel • Intermediate • #ecomgrowth 11:00 AM Hilton: Salon A HATCH Pitch Competition for Tech Startups Part 2 HATCH pitch is the revolutionary competition for tech startups making life better. Join our audience as finalists present their innovations and get feedback from corporate, angel, and venture investor judges. Finalists prepare with education and coaching from experts to refine their business models and presentations to make the most disruptive pitch. Come see the best of the best! Nicole Glaros, Rahul Sood, Rick Pleczko Pitch Event • Intermediate • #HATCHpitch 11:00 AM Hilton: Salon B The New Generation of Powered by IBM Watson Apps IBM has made its Watson technology available as a development platform in the cloud, to enable a worldwide community of software application providers to build a new generation of apps infused with Watson's cognitive systems intelligence. These business partners share a vision for creating a new class of cognitive applications. Come learn about riding the next wave of innovation! Panel • Intermediate • #IBMWatson 11:00 AM Hilton: Salon C Seed Accelerators Rankings Release Seed accelerators have received much attention across the globe. While accelera- tors appear to be proliferating quickly, little is known regarding the value of these programs. Prof. Yael Hochberg of MIT and Rice University and Managing Director of the Seed Accelerator Rankings Project will discuss emerging trends in the ecosystem. Yael Hochberg Solo • Intermediate • #seedrank 11:00 AM Hilton: Salon D Getting the Most Out of Mentor-Mentee Relationship Startups need the support of experienced entrepreneurs who have "been-there, done- that"; also known as mentors. Join a panel of mentors and mentees for a conversation and Q&A about the benefits and speed bumps of the relationship. Gain insight into partnering with the right mentor (or company) and how to take advantage of the rela- tionship so it's mutually beneficial and moves the company forward. Panel • Intermediate • #mentors 11:00 AM Hilton: Salon E UK @ SXSW UK Demo Day will showcase 20 of the UK's best new technology ventures as they demo their products and look to meet potential partners, investors, clients and you. Come mix, mingle and meet those that lead the largest entrepreneurial community in Europe—UK startup companies. Breakfast and beverages will be provided! Pitch Event • Intermediate • #ukdemo 12:30 PM Hilton: Austin Chamber Offices Technology's Role in Improving Health Public health officials are challenged with managing, and reversing, the growth of America's waistline. How can entrepreneurs, public entities, and academia work to- gether to influence Americans eating habits and exercise routines for the better? Come see how technologists are moving the needle with lifestyle apps and devices, and what this private/public partnership could look like in 2020. Jason Donahue, Manuel Rosso, Robyn Metcalfe, Ryan Wilson Panel • Intermediate • #healthtech 12:30 PM Hilton: Salon A HATCH Pitch Competition Part 3 + Awards HATCH pitch is the revolutionary competition for tech startups making life better. Join our audience as finalists present their innovations and get feedback from corporate, angel, and venture investor judges. Judging and awards follow. Finalists prepare awe- some pitches helped by expert coaches. HATCH alumni have raised funds and gener- ally kicked ass. Come see the best of the best! Kerry Rupp, Marc Weiser Pitch Event • Intermediate • #HATCHpitch 12:30 PM Hilton: Salon B SoftLayer's Catalyst Incubator Program SoftLayer's Catalyst incubator is designed to support early stage, tech-centric start- ups. We provide the best infrastructure on the planet to these startups. Panel • Intermediate • #SLCatalyst 12:30 PM Hilton: Salon C Create Awesome: Empower Teams to Change the World Game changing innovation begins with a grand challenge, which is championed by leaders looking to build product teams to change the world. Intuit's Scott Cook will share how leaders can challenge their organization with the problem and inspire am- bition and goals that help teams create awesome products. Scott Cook Solo • Intermediate • #buildteams 12:30 PM Hilton: Salon D Women in Startups: Mentoring & Networking Attend this mentoring and networking session—hosted by DreamIt Ventures—and take advantage of seven minutes of direct, one-on-one, career related advice from experi- enced new media professionals. The session is designed for women who are seeking feedback on their companies, how to build a strong team, gain insight on investment strategies, or simply want to connect with startup powerhouses. Panel • Intermediate • #femmentors 12:30 PM Hilton: Salon E UK @ SXSW UK Demo Day will showcase 20 of the UK's best new technology ventures as they demo their products and look to meet potential partners, investors, clients and you. Come mix, mingle and meet those that lead the largest entrepreneurial community in Europe- UK startup companies. Breakfast and beverages will be provided! Pitch Event • Intermediate • #ukdemo 3:30 PM Hilton: Austin Chamber Offices Top Mistakes Made by Entrepreneurs Too often entrepreneurs find out too late in the game when and where they have made mistakes along the way. This discussion will show you the top mistakes many entrepre- neur just like you have made along the way. Raul Calvoz, Tina Cannon Dual • Beginner • #mistakes 3:30 PM Hilton: Salon A Student Startup Madness: Entrepreneurial Eight Student Startup Madness (SSM) is the only nationwide tournament for college student digital media startups, culminating with the "Entrepreneurial Eight" national finals at SXSW. Open to students from colleges across America, the tournament ends at SXSW in March with the Entrepreneurial Eight pitching to a panel of well-known investors and entrepreneurs who select the SSM National Champion. Pitch Event • Intermediate • #SXMadness 3:30 PM Hilton: Salon B Dive Into Social Media Analytics When it comes to social media, you need to do more than listen. By using big data analytics to power predictions on buying behaviors you transform social media data into a true business asset. This session focuses on how startups can push the boundar- ies of what's possible by capturing and analyzing data and using the insights gained to transform the business while blowing away the competition. Panel • Intermediate • #IBMSPSS FESTIVAL SESSIONS