SXSW EDU

74 SXSWedu 2016 Special Events #MomentumParty hosted by Macmillan Learning 7:30pm - 11:00pm Speakeasy Keep your SXSWedu momentum going with the Macmillan Learning team at the Speakeasy on Congress Avenue, just a few blocks from the Convention Center. Join us for live music, bowling, pool tables, free food and amazing downtown views from the rooftop bar. Be sure to stop in the red lounge to connect with featured Science of Learning II Panelists: Dr. Rob Lue, Harvard University; Dr. Tyler Cowen, George Ma- son University; Susan Winslow, Managing Director, Macmillan Learning, and Mariette DiChristina, Scientific American SVP Editor in Chief. Our first 100 guests will receive complimentary drink tickets. Door prizes will be given away throughout the evening. Wednesday, March 9 Morning Mixer hosted by Finn Partners 8:00am - 9:30am Austin Convention Center | Ballroom D How can Finn Partners help you do amazing things? We are an inte- grated communications firm with research, higher and PK12 education, consumer and technology teams. We help our clients tell their story and connect with the right audiences, working across branding, ad- vertising, traditional PR, digital and social media to deliver the best in client service, creativity and results. We've worked with dozens of businesses, nonprofits, institutions and advocacy organizations across the education landscape. Tell us your needs as we chat over breakfast and coffee at this informal networking session. Network with Employability Experts hosted by Pearson 5:00pm - 6:30pm JW Marriott | Salon 8 Learning makes us. Innovative professional training initiatives can transform careers and organizations. Join us to network with thought leaders from IBM, UpSkill America and more. Hear how they're increas- ing the qualifications of individuals and setting them on a clear path for long-term career success. MBK Best Practices Social Gathering hosted by Public Consulting Group 6:00pm - 10:00pm Icenhauer's Share conversation and best practices on child development, educa- tion and youth policy with colleagues, district administrators and city officials from across the U.S. while enjoying local food, cocktails and great live music in the heart of Texas.

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