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	Yes No	How to Get Rich Off Your Clients Kristian Andersen, Kristian Andersen + Associates We’ll discuss emerging business models, such as service for equity investing, which allow business... READ MORE We’ll discuss emerging business models, such as service for equity investing, which allow businesses to share in the success of their clients. By moving beyond fee-for-service, retainers, and fixed-bid projects, consultancies can create sustainable differentiation, make more money, develop healthier relationships with clients, and have more fun in the process. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Funding / VC, Other / Out There
	Yes No	Equipping David: Funding for Investigative and Community Journalism Jan Schaffer, J-Lab The focus has long been on creating a new business model so large news media companies to survive. B... READ MORE The focus has long been on creating a new business model so large news media companies to survive. But what about the smaller community news sites? Or the investigative reporting ventures popping up around the country? Find out why foundations are interested and what makes this bond special and beneficial. Case Study, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, Journalism 2.0
	Yes No	Roll Your Own Damn Startup Incubator Tim Hwang, ROFLCon / Web Ecology Project Rumors are true: you don't need to be a high rollin' entrepreneur to roll your very own project incu... READ MORE Rumors are true: you don't need to be a high rollin' entrepreneur to roll your very own project incubator. The Boston-based Awesome Foundation did it on $100 a month with no legal organization. This talk discusses the theory and practice of doing it yourself. Turns out that it's pretty easy. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, History of Technology
	Yes No	Turn Your Idea Into a Business Leveraging Interactive Ingrid Vanderveldt, Ingrid Vanderveldt LLC Make your dream a reality by turning it into a money making business. This session will give you th... READ MORE Make your dream a reality by turning it into a money making business. This session will give you the how to on taking your great idea and turning it into a business by leveraging interactive media as a key element. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, Self-Help / Self-Improvement
	Yes No	How to Deal With Viral App Success Winston Damarillo, G2iX (Global Gateway Innovation Exchange Viral or social apps can grow fast, how do you handle the capacity needs without splashing out the c... READ MORE Viral or social apps can grow fast, how do you handle the capacity needs without splashing out the capital before you've proven success? Back-End Programming / Databases, Cloud Storage / Delivery, Funding / VC, Open Source, Web Apps / Widgets
	Yes No	Student Startups: Entrepreneurship in the University Hung Truong, Troubadour Mobile While student startups are not a new phenomenon, universities and venture capitalists are beginning ... READ MORE While student startups are not a new phenomenon, universities and venture capitalists are beginning to see the advantages in supporting them. Join a panel of student entrepreneurs in a discussion on finding funding, incorporating a company and balancing homework, work and life, all while attending school full-time. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Education, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Hacking The Funding Process Jason Schwartz, Angelsoft.net In this session we will share the secret to telling VCs and Angel Investors exactly what they want t... READ MORE In this session we will share the secret to telling VCs and Angel Investors exactly what they want to hear. Investors all want the same questions answered in the same way. Learning what to say and how to say it is the key to getting an investor's interest. Funding / VC
	Yes No	Competition > Innovation > Change: Examining Competitions For Social Change Amy Sample Ward, NetSquared Organizations, foundations, even individuals are creating social innovation competitions, hoping to ... READ MORE Organizations, foundations, even individuals are creating social innovation competitions, hoping to drive social change projects and solutions into the global marketplace. What are these new competitions about—are they working? How do we—innovators, entrepreneurs—know what's going to make real-world impact and where do we start? Let's discuss: join us! Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, New Technology / Next Generation, Non-Profits, Social Issues
	Yes No	From The Kitchen Table To $Million Business Mike Bennett, E3 Media Compelling blow-by-blow account of how to take an idea, through to start-up and turn it into a succe... READ MORE Compelling blow-by-blow account of how to take an idea, through to start-up and turn it into a successful business. Practical tips and anecdotal experience of developing a vision, attracting talent, creating a culture, getting the message out, raising money, networking, keeping clients happy whilst ensuring you're on target to reach that $Million. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Economic Concerns, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Growing Your Startup In A "Down" Economy Kevin Koym, Tech Ranch Austin Its critical in today’s economy to know the multiple pathways to build your startup. In this panel... READ MORE Its critical in today’s economy to know the multiple pathways to build your startup. In this panel we’ll present first hand success stories that our panel has used in building tech startups across using bootstrapped methodologies, angel and vc investment, and State of Texas ETF funding Economic Concerns, Funding / VC, New Technology / Next Generation
	Yes No	Pitch Your Content to the Pros: A Taste of LATV Fest Beth Braen, NATPE Where’s the only place a paid attendee is guaranteed 10-minute meetings with decision makers from ... READ MORE Where’s the only place a paid attendee is guaranteed 10-minute meetings with decision makers from talent agencies, broadcast, cable, networks, studios, digital/new media and production companies? The LATV Fest’s Pitch Pit! Every summer we create the ideal situation in which content creators and development experts meet under one roof. This year at SXSW we’re bringing a taste of the LATV Fest to you! Here’s your chance to pitch your content to companies representing multiple genres and formats. Need helpful hints to perfect your pitch or curious about what happens after you pitch? There’s a panel for that. There’s always something for everyone at the LATV Fest. Don’t miss this sneak peek at what the LATV Fest has in store for you.>> Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Content, Content Management, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Europe: The Challenges of a Fragmented Web Heiko Hebig, Hubert Burda Media Europe is a difficult beast. As much as Europe wants to be one harmonized market, it just isn't. The... READ MORE Europe is a difficult beast. As much as Europe wants to be one harmonized market, it just isn't. There are at least as many regional differences as there are independent country. Each region has its own hubs on the Internet. In this presentation I will highlight some of the most interesting facts and tidbits about what is currently happening on Europe's fragmented Internet. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Finding and Funding Your Creative Lifestyle Career Angela Schroeder, below the sun In recent years people have started choosing their careers based on things they love to do. More and... READ MORE In recent years people have started choosing their careers based on things they love to do. More and more people are working from home in creative fields and finding new and innovative ways to fund this lifestyle. I'd like to discuss the ways to fund a creative lifestyle, ways to sell yourself and your creative services, and ways to remain creative and inspired. This could also include tips to employers on keeping employees happy, inspired and fulfilled in a full time job setting. Applicable to talent in any field from music, art/design, media, writing, etc. Art, Career / Work Concerns, Funding / VC, Self-Help / Self-Improvement, Social Issues
	Yes No	Pitfalls & Opportunities: How to Fund a Startup Jamie Rhodes, Central Texas Angel Network CTAN, sponsored by the Austin Chamber of Commerce, will host a discussion with leading Angel Investo... READ MORE CTAN, sponsored by the Austin Chamber of Commerce, will host a discussion with leading Angel Investors. While many entrepreneurs are familiar with Venture Capitalists, CTAN gives early-stage companies exposure to a dynamic group of individuals that can offer not only capital, but also invaluable mentorship and guidance. Learn how angel investors can help you grow your company. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Working Nowhere and Everywhere: Running a Virtual Business Christopher Natsuume, Boomzap Entertainmant Running a location independent business with a virtual, distributed workforce allows you to define y... READ MORE Running a location independent business with a virtual, distributed workforce allows you to define your schedule, concentrate on your core business and free you from the constraints and costs of a traditional business. Following best practices can make it not only a great lifestyle choice but a critical competitive advantage. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Funding / VC, International, New Technology / Next Generation
	Yes No	Lessons From the Long Trenches: Bootstrapping 301 Gareth Knight, Technovated Bootstrapping can be a painful, problem-ridden process, laden with hundreds of potential mistakes th... READ MORE Bootstrapping can be a painful, problem-ridden process, laden with hundreds of potential mistakes the eager entrepreneur can make. From strategy, to finding funding and managing resources, this session shares hard-earned insights into what some of those obstacles are, what tools startups need and why it’s definitely worth it. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Funding / VC
	Yes No	They Died For You: Learning Game Development Deals From Prior Failures Henry W (Hank) Jones III, Law Office HWJ / Intersect Tech. Consulting, Austin Like guilds' battles, negotiating new game design/development between publishers and studios require... READ MORE Like guilds' battles, negotiating new game design/development between publishers and studios requires vision, preparation, teamwork, tools, and risktaking. A panel of veteran game "midwives" share the "good gore" of disclosed failed arrangements, including prior pioneers' disclosed contracts, showing you rocky shoals, best sterering, and survival skills. Economic Concerns, Funding / VC, Licensing / Fair Use / Copyright, Open Source, Video Games
	Yes No	Confessions of a Parallel Entrepreneur Jeff Gunther, Meddius, OpenSpace, and Intalgent Want to hear the confessions of a parallel entrepreneur? This type of entrepreneurship is much like ... READ MORE Want to hear the confessions of a parallel entrepreneur? This type of entrepreneurship is much like a vaudeville act, wherein one hapless but plucky fellow sets plates spinning quickly and balancing on top of long sticks. The session will dive into the amazing and ugly experiences of being a parallel entrepreneur. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Benefits and Challenges to Building Internet Startups in the MidWest Brian Link, Toobla Learn what is attractive to building Internet startups in the Midwest. Funding and employees are bo... READ MORE Learn what is attractive to building Internet startups in the Midwest. Funding and employees are both plentiful and limiting - learn why. The panelists have run successful Internet web companies in both the San Francisco Bay area and the Midwest. We'll share our success stories as well as our challenges and gripes. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Case Study, Economic Concerns, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Innovation Overseas – The European Startup Environment Peter Robinett, Bubble Foundry US companies often know little about the European startup environment and the opportunities to be fo... READ MORE US companies often know little about the European startup environment and the opportunities to be found there. Panelists will share both the highs and lows of their startup lives and will answer questions regarding funding opportunities, cultural idiosyncrasies, legislation and differences between Europe and America. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Funding / VC, International
	Yes No	The 3rd Coast: How to Be a Startup Outside of Silicon Valley Mike Samson, crowdSPRING It is difficult to establish a startup no matter where you are in the world, but there are great com... READ MORE It is difficult to establish a startup no matter where you are in the world, but there are great companies and events that began life outside of Silicon Valley. Threadless, 37Signals, FeedBurner, BIG Omaha conference, and SXSW itself are proof that technology life exists away from the coasts. These less-than-obvious locales are becoming hotbeds of innovation and attracting talent and capital. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, Locations -- US
	Yes No	Finding Revenue Under a Rock Jeremy Irish, Groundspeak In 2002 the founders of Geocaching.com needed to pay their salaries to continue operating their hobb... READ MORE In 2002 the founders of Geocaching.com needed to pay their salaries to continue operating their hobby web site. 8 years later, Jeremy, Elias and Bryan run a profitable business with around 40 employees. The founders share their experiences bootstrapping a very unusual business that lists Tupperware in the woods. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC, Geolocation
	Yes No	The Hybrid Enterprise: A Tool for Visionary Entrepreneurs Beth Carls, OneSeventeen Media + KidThrive.org Hybrid enterprises are a new paradigm that shifts away from traditional company/corporate foundation... READ MORE Hybrid enterprises are a new paradigm that shifts away from traditional company/corporate foundation models and towards a more dynamic, interactive model that allows each entity to act independently and in its own interests, while mutually supporting one another at key junctures to reinforce their overarching goal. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Funding / VC, Non-Profits, Social Issues
	Yes No	Crowdfunding: How The SAfrican Community Financed Online Businesses Eve Dmochowska, SeedFund The story of how otherwise unconncted South African citizens pooled together their money and resourc... READ MORE The story of how otherwise unconncted South African citizens pooled together their money and resources, and thus helped seed over a dozen online businesses in South Africa - when no other realistic options of finance existed. The presentation will cover lessons learned, and tips for replicating the model in other regions. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Case Study, Community / Online Community, Digital Divide, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Funding Your Projects from the Crowd Perry Chen, Kickstarter Crowdfunding inverts everything that is wrong with traditional funding by breaking down the barrier ... READ MORE Crowdfunding inverts everything that is wrong with traditional funding by breaking down the barrier between creators and audiences, and turning fundraising into a interactive campaign. This panel brings together several crowdfunding startups to explain different approaches to raising money from the audience for bloggers, podcasters, programmers, musicians, and more. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Community / Online Community, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Inventor to It-Man: A Developer’s Climb to CEO Aaron Patzer, Mint.com Mint.com’s Aaron Patzer is an algorithms engineer. He’s also been invited to be “The Bachelor,... READ MORE Mint.com’s Aaron Patzer is an algorithms engineer. He’s also been invited to be “The Bachelor,” Davos, and consulted Obama’s team re: the economy. Here, Patzer discusses the challenge of going from concept, through development /funding, to marketing and company building. Went in geek, and emerged industry leader and media darling. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Design Thinking, Funding / VC, New Technology / Next Generation
	Yes No	After the Acquisition: Tales from the Corporate Vortex Lindsay Campbell, Bright Red Pixels Marc Andressen described the relationship between start-up and big companies best: "You're Capta... READ MORE Marc Andressen described the relationship between start-up and big companies best: "You're Captain Ahab, and the big company is Moby Dick. What happened was entirely up to Moby Dick. And Captain Ahab would never be able explain to himself or anyone else why Moby Dick would do whatever it was he'd do." If you've been through an acquisition, you know exactly what he's talking about. This panel is a window into this wacky and rarefied world. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Career / Work Concerns, Funding / VC, New Technology / Next Generation
	Yes No	Beyond The Cigar Room Adriana Gascoigne, Girls in Tech We're breaking down the gender barriers. Learn how these women have moved the discussions out of the... READ MORE We're breaking down the gender barriers. Learn how these women have moved the discussions out of the cigar room and into the open. Learn why they're successful, how they got there, and why it's no longer a man's game. Education, Funding / VC, Self-Help / Self-Improvement, Social Issues
	Yes No	‘Seed Combinators’: Startup Incubators 2.0 Marc Nathan, Houston Technology Center The ‘Seed Combinator’ is the concept of mashing up angel investing, OpenCoffee Club meetups, tac... READ MORE The ‘Seed Combinator’ is the concept of mashing up angel investing, OpenCoffee Club meetups, tactical workshops, and Coworking that is giving rise to a new class of software and new media startups. Local investors are giving aspiring entrepreneurs capital and intensive mentorship under names like YCombinator, TechStars and Capital Factory. Branding / Marketing / Publicity, Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Community / Online Community, Economic Concerns, Funding / VC
	Yes No	Everything I Didn't Learn About Startups in VC Charlie O'Donnell, Path 101 Many startups look at venture capital as the Holy Grail--the key to their startup success. This pan... READ MORE Many startups look at venture capital as the Holy Grail--the key to their startup success. This panel will be comprised of former venture professionals who have switched sides--from funding companies at VC funds to starting companies. Apparently, VCs don't know everything about startups and each of these entrepreneurs has had to learn the ropes the hard way. Business / Entrepreneurial / Monetization, Funding / VC

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