SXSW 2024
Transforming Tech Through Public/Private Partnerships
Description:
At the height of the pandemic, tech companies pledged over $600M in resources and funds towards racial justice. However, these pledges have been deprioritized amidst an uncertain economic future, and thereby, slowing pace of change. How can tech keep up momentum? Public/private partnerships can be key to expand resources, spark innovation, and ensure accountability and transparency towards progress in tech than any partner alone. Join our panel representing government, philanthropy, and venture capital in identifying approaches to effective partnerships within the industry towards solutions.
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Takeaways
- Identify progress and challenges towards diversifying tech since 2020.
- Discuss the role of government, philanthropy, and venture capital in diversifying tech.
- Identify approaches to public/private partnerships in overcoming challenges in transforming the tech ecosystem.
Speakers
- Sonia Koshy, Chief Research Officer, Kapor Foundation
- Allison Scott, CEO, Kapor Foundation
- La Keisha Landrum Pierre, Managing Director and Co-Founder, Emmeline Ventures
- Elizabeth Mirowski, Program Director, National Science Foundation
Organizer
Sonia Koshy, Chief Research Officer, Kapor Center
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