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Hilton Austin Downtown
Salon A
500 E 4th St.
Speakers
Ross Devol
Walton Family Foundation
Erika Lucas
StitchCrew
David Robinson, Jr
Blueprint Local
Matt Tarver
RZC Investments
Entrepreneurship and innovation are at the heart of most vibrant local economies, but how do communities in the Heartland rejuvenate their communities when most venture capital funds flow to coasts? What are the resources available in larger cities that communities in the central corridor of America need to offer to foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem that diversifies local economies, injects new life into existing businesses and prevents talent drain?
Programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.
Primary Entry: Music Badge, Platinum Badge, Artist Wristband, Film Badge, Interactive Badge
Format: Panel
Event Type: Session
Track: Cities, Government & Politics
Level: Intermediate