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Career-enhancing connections make the SXSW Interactive Festival so special to so many digital creatives. Come to Austin in March to connect yourself (or your company) to the new ideas, new technologies and new business opportunities that will shape the future, as well as game-changing insights from the world's most innovative thought-leaders. Registration for the 2014 SXSW Interactive Festival opens the first week of August 2013 -- buy your badge early to take advantage of the lowest prices and the best selection of lodging.

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SXSW Interactive 2013 Advisory Board Recommended Programming: Kris Krug, Liz Danzico and Sheila Scarborough

Created by Sarah Garcia on February 19, 2013
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(L-R) Sheila Scarborough, Liz Danzico, and Kris Krug

The SXSW Interactive Festival Advisory Board consists of industry experts, as well as veteran members of the community that come together in Austin each spring. Advisory Board members are very involved in helping select the best of the best proposals, which SXSW receives each year through the SXSW PanelPicker. We asked Advisory Board members Kris Krug of kriskrug.com, Liz Danzico of School of Visual Arts and Sheila Scarborough of Tourism Currents the following question...

Signup for the SXSW 2013 Ping Pong Tournament Now Open

Created by Sarah Garcia on February 18, 2013
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2012 Final Championship Game by Sam Seizert

It's time to sign up for our second annual SXSW Ping Pong Tournament. Join us on this kickoff event which occurs at Startup Village on Friday, March 8th from 2:00pm-6:00pm at the Hilton Downtown, Rooms 400/402. You don’t have to be a professional to compete, this single elimination doubles tournament is open to SXSW Interactive, Gold or Platinum registrants – and there's no charge to participate.

Your Chance to Score SXSW Fun Money

Created by chris on February 18, 2013
Music Film Interactive

Photo courtesy of Antony Ng

Need some extra cash for South By? Between February 15 and 22, Esurance, the official insurance sponsor of SXSW, is giving you the chance to win $500. Swing by facebook.com/Esurance to check out The SXSW Dream Gig and vote for your favorite of 3 finalists. Once you've voted, you can then quickly enter the sweeps for a shot at $500.

New for 2013 - SX Lockers!

Created by Cori on February 18, 2013
Music Film Interactive

Photo Courtesy of JW WalthallWhether you are coming to SXSW straight from the airport or bought an overwhelming amount of merch, find your storage sanctuary at SX Lockers. With 24 hour security, you can feel safe storing your luggage in the adjacent bag + coat check area, or leaving your phone to charge in our powered locker system.

Located on 2nd & Trinity and open from 10:00am-3:00am, come and go as you please from daily panel sessions and late-night showcases.

Check the SXSW Getting Around page for more information on how to pre-register for your daily or multi-day rental or click here to pre-register for your SX Locker now!

SXSW Interactive 2013 Advisory Board Recommended Programming: Jennifer Peck, Karen Ingram and Jim Butler

Created by Sarah Garcia on February 18, 2013
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Photo courtesy Jennifer Peck, Karen Ingram, and Jim Butler.

SXSW Interactive Festival Advisory Board consists of industry experts, as well as veteran members of the community that come together in Austin each spring. Advisory Board members are very involved in helping select the best of the best proposals, which SXSW receives each year through the SXSW PanelPicker. We asked Advisory Board members Jennifer Peck of Banjo, Karen Ingram of kareningram.com, and Jim Butler the following question...

"What are you most excited about for SXSW Interactive 2013?"

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