Join us next week for our July online book discussion of "The Future We Choose: The Stubborn Optimist's Guide to the Climate Crisis" by Christiana Figueres and Tom Rivett-Carnac, which delves into the urgent topic of climate change and the pivotal role that technology and society play in shaping our collective future. This important conversation will be moderated by Nancy Salisbury, PhD (Professor, Entrepreneur, & Author). 📚 Register now for FREE at https://lnkd.in/gEZn_K3S.
The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
Civic and Social Organizations
Austin, Texas 1,979 followers
Connect. Collaborate. Contribute.
About us
The Austin Forum is a monthly community engagement activity bringing together technology leaders, advocates, and the public to learn about important technology topics every month. Technology leaders and experts share information via presentations, interviews, panels, lightning talks, and/or debates. The Austin Forum is both an outreach event to raise awareness, share information, and even increase advocacy, and an engagement activity designed to form connections, stimulate collaborations and contribute to technology applications that advance society. MISSION The Austin Forum engages and informs the Austin community about the importance and impact of technology on society and stimulates discussions, collaborations, and partnerships on new technology opportunities. COLLABORATIONS The Austin Forum is designed to bring people together with diverse professions and points-of-view in order to increase the collaboration and the cross-fertilization of perspectives, experiences, and ideas. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions and engage with presenters. Immediately following each presentation, everyone has the opportunity to share ideas and explore collaborations, while enjoying light refreshments and drinks.
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http://austinforum.org
External link for The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2007
- Specialties
- Networking, Partnerships, STEM, Technology, Engineering, Creative, StartUps, Engagement, Interactive, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, BlockChain, Entrepreneurship, and Civic
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710 W Cesar Chavez St
Austin, Texas, US
Employees at The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
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Stacy Vu
Chief of Staff | Strangeworks
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Michael Shepherd
Sr Distinguished Engineer | Chief Technology Office
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Jay Boisseau
Experienced technology strategist, educator, and community builder. HPC, AI, and (learning) quantum computing. CEO at Vizias, Executive Director of…
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Craig Aumann
Chief Executive Officer | Investments, Asset Management, Financial Modeling
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The Austin Forum on Technology & Society reposted this
Experienced technology strategist, educator, and community builder. HPC, AI, and (learning) quantum computing. CEO at Vizias, Executive Director of Austin Forum on Technology & Society, co-owner of Trifecta on 3rd.
Techies in Austin, please join us for a sustainability & climate tech innovation meet-up on Thursday, July 18 at 6pm to meet professionals and thought leaders, and to learn how you and your company/org can contribute! The Austin Forum on Technology & Society https://lnkd.in/gZPG8jKC. With Sylvie Guillon, Nancy Salisbury, PhD, Aamar Khwaja, Savannah Bush and others!
Sustainability & Climate Tech Meetup — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
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Join us THURSDAY for a meetup event for individuals who are working in or interested in sustainability and climate technologies to connect and learn more about current trends, challenges, and opportunities in those sectors from experienced industry professionals Sylvie Guillon (Consulting Partner, ADelta Impact), Nancy Salisbury, PhD (Professor, Entrepreneur, & Author), Savannah Bush (Strategic Partnerships Associate, Climeworks), Roy Johnson (Arborist and Sustainability Coordinator), and Aamar Khwaja (Founder, Modgarden). EVENT DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://lnkd.in/gm95FSk4
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Austin friends: Very excited to be speaking at this Sustainability & Climate Tech Meetup hosted by The Austin Forum on Technology & Society next week! Here's a link to register -- I hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gm95FSk4
The growing utilization of finite resources is causing environmental and societal challenges to escalate worldwide. Join us 7/18 for an exciting meetup event for individuals who are working in or interested in sustainability and climate technologies to connect and learn more about the trends, challenges, and opportunities in those sectors from industry experts Sylvie Guillon (Consulting Partner, ADelta Impact), Nancy Salisbury, PhD (Professor, Entrepreneur, & Author), Savannah Bush (Strategic Partnerships Associate, Climeworks), Roy Johnson (Arborist and Sustainability Coordinator), and Aamar Khwaja (Founder, Modgarden). See more details and register for FREE at https://lnkd.in/gm95FSk4.
Sustainability & Climate Tech Meetup — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
austinforum.org
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The growing utilization of finite resources is causing environmental and societal challenges to escalate worldwide. Join us 7/18 for an exciting meetup event for individuals who are working in or interested in sustainability and climate technologies to connect and learn more about the trends, challenges, and opportunities in those sectors from industry experts Sylvie Guillon (Consulting Partner, ADelta Impact), Nancy Salisbury, PhD (Professor, Entrepreneur, & Author), Savannah Bush (Strategic Partnerships Associate, Climeworks), Roy Johnson (Arborist and Sustainability Coordinator), and Aamar Khwaja (Founder, Modgarden). See more details and register for FREE at https://lnkd.in/gm95FSk4.
Sustainability & Climate Tech Meetup — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
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Thank you to everyone who joined us Tuesday evening to learn more about climate change and how groundbreaking innovations are poised to mitigate and avert the worst impacts from our panel of climate and tech innovation experts Jacob Borgeson, James Gray, Sylvie Guillon, David J. Neff, and Dr. Michael E. Webber. After the presentation, the experts answered audience questions and one lucky attendee who asked the best question won a badge to SXSW! Don’t forget that July is dedicated to climate change at the Austin Forum. 🌎 There is more programming focused on exploring the causes, risks, and potential solutions to the climate crisis to come. Stay tuned for our podcast episodes coming soon and be sure to register for our upcoming events: Sustainability & Climate Tech Meetup on 7/18 - https://lnkd.in/gm95FSk4 Online Discussion of "The Future We Choose" on 7/25 - https://lnkd.in/gEZn_K3S
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The Austin Forum on Technology & Society reposted this
Experienced technology strategist, educator, and community builder. HPC, AI, and (learning) quantum computing. CEO at Vizias, Executive Director of Austin Forum on Technology & Society, co-owner of Trifecta on 3rd.
As Hurricane Beryl sets records and the world heats up, remember that #climatechange may be most important long-term challenge facing humanity. Fortunately, innovators are pursuing new tech solutions aggressively. Join us on Tuesday, July 2 as The Austin Forum on Technology & Society presents *six* climate tech innovation experts explain the challenges and share results, progress and directions. Jacob Borgeson, James Gray, Sylvie Guillon, Margaret Morales, David J. Neff, Michael E. Webber. Come to learn more (and what you can do), and stay after to network with climate tech experts over margaritas and tacos! https://lnkd.in/gJ9zDr6X.
Climate Change: Challenges, Solutions, and Emerging Technologies — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
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☀ ⛈ 🌡 Hot and hottest. Wet and wettest. Drought and extreme drought. Science is speaking directly to us and trying hard to get our attention. Time to listen, join the climate conversation, and be part of improving outcomes for everyone. The Austin Forum on Technology & Society is leading important climate tech efforts on Tuesday, July 2nd in downtown Austin: Explore emerging climate technologies Collaborate across industry sectors Find solutions for your business Take climate action An impressive list of topics and speakers, ideas and networking for everyone. Big shout-out to Sylvie Guillon for discussing the role of climate tech communication in balancing profits and purpose. #leadership #makeanimpact #texas #energy #sustainability #climatesolutions
Experienced technology strategist, educator, and community builder. HPC, AI, and (learning) quantum computing. CEO at Vizias, Executive Director of Austin Forum on Technology & Society, co-owner of Trifecta on 3rd.
#climatechange is an existential threat, but #climatetech innovators are working on urgent solutions. Join us on Tuesday, July 2 as *six* experts share the stage to share their expertise and the latest technologies for addressing this issue at The Austin Forum on Technology & Society! With Jacob Borgeson James Gray Sylvie Guillon David J. Neff Michael E. Webber Margaret Morales
Climate Change: Challenges, Solutions, and Emerging Technologies — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
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Join us in person THIS TUESDAY for our annual presentation and networking event focused on climate change. Our panel of climate and tech innovation experts Jacob Borgeson, James Gray, Sylvie Guillon, David J. Neff, and Dr. Michael E. Webber will offer a comprehensive overview of the causes, risks, and potential solutions to the climate crisis and highlight the transformative power of technology in combatting climate change. After the presentation, there will be an audience Q&A, and as usual, one lucky in-person attendee who asks the best question will be selected to win a badge to SXSW. Register for FREE at https://lnkd.in/gxu5VefJ.
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The Austin Forum on Technology & Society reposted this
Experienced technology strategist, educator, and community builder. HPC, AI, and (learning) quantum computing. CEO at Vizias, Executive Director of Austin Forum on Technology & Society, co-owner of Trifecta on 3rd.
#climatechange is an existential threat, but #climatetech innovators are working on urgent solutions. Join us on Tuesday, July 2 as *six* experts share the stage to share their expertise and the latest technologies for addressing this issue at The Austin Forum on Technology & Society! With Jacob Borgeson James Gray Sylvie Guillon David J. Neff Michael E. Webber Margaret Morales
Climate Change: Challenges, Solutions, and Emerging Technologies — The Austin Forum on Technology & Society
austinforum.org