Social Equity in the Cannabis Industry

Though what we think of as the cannabis industry is relatively new, the selling of cannabis has continued in spite of decades of prohibition — with targeted persecution of these sales devastating many communities of color. Now that the very thing that put people from these communities in prison has…

BY Nicole Cappabianca

RSVPs Now Open For 2020 Mentor Sessions, Round Tables, Professional Development Sessions & More

Attention all who seek career advice, inspiration, and learning opportunities at SXSW 2020 – RSVPs are now open for Mentor Sessions, Round Tables, Workshops, and Professional Development sessions! We are also excited to announce the third wave of 2020 Convergence, Interactive, Film, and Music Mentors. These quick one-on-one talks allow…

BY Nicole Cappabianca

Explore the Echoes of the Invisible – SXSW Filmmaker In Focus

The 2020 SXSW Film Festival is almost here! Before you make your way down to Austin, TX, take a look at the films in our lineup a little bit better with our Filmmaker In Focus series. Check out our Q&A with director Steve Elkins as he tells us about his…

BY Neha Aziz

2019 SXSW Programming Trends

BY Helen Hollyman

SXSW Music Weekly Roundup: 070 Shake, Betty Who, and More

BY Hailey Hess

Convergence Tracks at SXSW 2020: Cannabis, Politics, Journalism, Sports & More

SXSW 2020 is just about here! From March 13-21 explore common threads between different industries during SXSW Conference Convergence programming to achieve new levels of creative collaboration. Participate in various Convergence formats of programming like panels, workshops, Keynotes, and Featured Speakers that delve into the worlds of climate change, cannabis,…

BY Nicole Cappabianca

TT the Artist Discusses Her Love Letter to Baltimore – SXSW Filmmaker In Focus

Just a few short weeks until the 2020 SXSW Film Festival! In order to make the most out of your experience, get to know the films in our lineup a little bit better with our Filmmaker In Focus series. Check out our Q&A with director TT The Artist as she…

BY Neha Aziz

Build your Network at the Trade Show Meet Up Pavilion

Every March, the SXSW Trade Show hosts an array of profound Exhibitors, cross-industry panels, and unique pavilions. Back for 2020, the Trade Show Meet Up Pavilion encourages attendee networking from a wide sector of industries and backgrounds. Expand your inventory of meaningful connections, and carve out some time to connect…

BY Allison Belcher