Thursday August 17, 2017
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM CST
Wine & cheese reception to folllow
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
SCOTT VOGEL
Executive Director, Regional One Center for Innovation
PANELISTS:
JESSICA BUFFINGTON
CEO & Co-Founder, FrontDoor
ANDRE FOWLKES
President, StartCo.
SUSAN AKIL EWING
Marketing Strategist
Natalie Chandler
The Daily News/Memphis News
901-523-1566
nchandler@memphisdailynews.com
Memphis may best be known as the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, or America’s Distribution Center, or the barbecue capital of the world, but it is quickly earning a reputation as a major hub of entrepreneurship. Recently landing on several lists of the best cities to launch a startup, what is causing Memphis' startup scene to blossom? Join some of the biggest players in the city's entrepreneurial arena to discuss the city’s efforts in attracting and nurturing startups, what the future holds and how the city ultimately benefits.
Please join us for an engaging seminar featuring a keynote address by Scott Vogel (Executive Director, Regional One Health Center for Innovation) followed by an interactive discussion with our expert panel. Wine & cheese reception to follow.