Join Rolling Stone & SHE Media at an intimate, unique venue in the heart of SXSW for four packed days of inspiration, innovation, and collaboration. Together, we’ll examine how businesses and society can come together to deliver a better and more inclusive tomorrow through thought-provoking panels and all-star spotlight talks.

Our can’t-miss sessions include a sit-down with Seven Seven Six Founder & Co-Founder and Former Executive Chairman of Reddit Alexis Ohanian, teachings from ‘happiness professor’ Head of Silliman College at Yale & Host of Happiness Lab Laurie Santos, and Best-Selling Author & New York Times Columnist David Brooks. We’ll close out each evening with outstanding musical performances curated by Rolling Stone, famed Austin rock band Spoon, and beloved rapper and performer T-Pain.

Saturday, March 12th | Doors Open At 10:30AM

11:30AM - 12:30PM CT Panel Topic: DEI: Creating and Measuring Authentic Change

A conversation on how individuals and companies can work towards a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Our panelists explore what it means to cultivate inclusion, how to measure success, the importance of core values, and the role of technology. Moderator: Denise Hamilton—Inclusion Strategist & CEO, WatchHerWork *no audience Q&A

Panelists:

• Kathryn Finney — Founder and General Managing Partner | Genius Guild
• Jennifer Risi - Founder & President, The Sway Effect
• Jennifer Brown - Founder & CEO, Jennifer Brown Consulting

2:00PM-3:00PM Spotlight: Building Trust | David Brooks — Best Selling Author & New York Times Columnist

Best Selling Author and New York Times columnist David Brooks is well known for his ability to bring audiences face to face with the essence of our times in a comical and insightful way. He’ll share his perspective on how to establish trust and have meaningful conversations with those of opposing views in order to form the connections and community that allow us work together toward a more inclusive future.

9:00PM Evening Event: Wyclef Jean

Sunday, March 13 | Doors Open At 10:30AM

11:30AM Panel Topic: The New Decision-Makers

Technology and social media platforms have given the average consumer unprecedented influence on products and services. With more access to research and increasing demands for transparency, consumers are driving change at record speeds. In this panel, we talk to thought leaders about how consumers are wielding this power for good. Moderator: Tania Yuki, Chief Marketing Officer of ComScore

Panelists:

• Bonin Bough – Founder & CGO of Bonin Ventures
• Adam Gamwell— Business & Design Anthropologist, Podcaster at This Anthro Life

2:00PM Spotlight: The Future of Business with Alexis Ohanian Founder of Seven Seven Six & Co-Founder and Former Executive Chairman of Reddit

The Future of Business | People and companies alike are looking for ways to be able to make better decisions more efficiently. With more information than we know what to do with, how can we keep the human focus in our decision making? Whether he’s advocating for paid family leave, investing in the Grand or his latest endeavor, Seven Seven Six, Alexis Ohanian Sr looks at how he is fostering empathy to re-imagine the future of work. Moderator: Bonin Bough, Founder & CGO of Bonin Ventures

9:00PM Evening Event: Spoon—Austin pop-rock band

Monday, March 14 | Doors Open At 10:30AM

11:30AM Panel Topic: Trust and Relationships

The speed of society, a 24-hour news cycle, and digital access have revolutionized the way journalists and organizations engage with consumers and other audiences. Our panel of changemakers and thought leaders discuss why it's crucial to build strong and trusting relationships with followers and the importance of empowering people with the truth. Moderator: Brittany Jones-Cooper, Journalist, Yahoo

Panelists:

• Michael Tennant, Founder & CEO, Curiosity Lab
• Jason Steinhauer, Best-Selling Author of History, Disrupted and Global Fellow at The Wilson Center
• Talia Stroud , Professor at UT-Austin and Director of the Center for Media Engagement
• JJ Ramberg - Co-Founder, Goodpods

2:00PM Spotlight: Does the New Normal Need a New Mindset? | Speaker: Dr. Laurie Santos, Head of Silliman College at Yale & Host of Happiness Lab

“Happiness Professor,” Head of Silliman College at Yale & Host of Happiness Lab, Dr. Laurie Santos talks about the power of truly listening to build empathy and connection, live with less judgment, develop more meaningful relationships, and open the door to tackle suffering and difficulties as a global collective.

9:00PM Evening Event: Jade Bird— Folk / Pop/ Singer/Songwriter

Tuesday, March 15 | Doors Open At 10:30AM

11:30AM Panel Topic: Business as a Force for Good

In a historic period of severe unrest, the world is looking for leadership. Beyond our traditional dependence on governments and political leaders to help us navigate these times, it is increasingly our expectation that businesses will help to solve some of the world's biggest problems. Join us as we explore the role that companies can and must play in shaping a better future for all. Moderator: Kris Alexander

Panelists:

• Jasmine Crowe, Founder & CEO, Goodr
• Thomas Debass , Managing Director | Office of Global Partnerships, U.S. Department of State
• Katherine Gehl, Founder & Chair, Institute for Political Innovation

2:00PM Spotlight: Hold My Beer | Speakers: Mike Murphy and Robert Gibbs

Who says you need to share a political ideology to grab a beer and debate your friend? Join Mike Murphy and Robert Gibbs, Co-Hosts of Hacks on Tap, for a lively debate on the current state of politics, how business leaders are taking over the mantle of real change in the country, and to remind us how to agree to disagree.

Panelists:

• Mike Murphy, Co-Host, Hacks on Tap Podcast
• Robert Gibbs, Co-Host, Hacks on Tap Podcast

9:00PM Evening Event: T-Pain - Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, and Record Producer