South by South West has announced its first Keynote and the second round of featured speakers for the 37th edition of the SXSW Conference in 2023.
Attendees can hear from the first Keynote, Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert, as well as editor-at-large of New York Magazine Kara Swisher, Grammy Award-nominated artist Valerie June, and more next March.
Featured speakers announced today include Andrew Callaghan, David Chang, Julia Ducournau, Scott Galloway, Valerie June, Miranda Kerr, Paul “Triple H” Levesque, Cheech Marin, Hamilton Morris, Esther Perel, Ginni Rometty, Kara Swisher, Anne Wojcicki, and more.
Hugh Forrest, chief programming officer of SXSW said, “At SXSW, we thrive on creative ideas that lead to bold action when it comes to addressing society’s biggest challenges.
“Our first announced Keynote Speaker, Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert, is a true leader in the world of business who is unafraid of pursuing the systemic reform needed to protect our planet in the face of climate change.”
Mediaweek will be conducting an exclusive tour of SXSW next year, offering a custom experience designed and curated by Greg ‘Sparrow’ Graham in Austin, Texas.
The tour will inspire new tech innovations and maximise both attendees’ careers and overall experience while at SXSW. The packages include travel, accommodation, SXSW registration, and exclusive experiences including a VIP happy hour with SXSW guest hosted by Mediaweek.
Sparrow has been an attendee at South by South West for years and is excited to use his experience and knowledge to curate the ultimate experience in Texas.
“I’m thrilled to be the host of the first Mediaweek Official SXSW Tour in Austin, Texas in March 2023,” he said.
“I love the city and can relate to its Keep Austin Weird motto. SXSW is awesome – it celebrates the convergence of tech, music, film and culture. Innovation and inspiration are literally on every corner, it’s the best festival in the world. As an Official tour, you will have an insider’s view, VIP access to tips and experiences, and the time of your life.”
Jules Lund Founder Tribe, Lindsay Bennett (Global head of Marketing DDB New York, ex AdNews) with Sparrow visiting TikTok at SXSW
The packages are:
Premium Package ($12199)
• 1 x Premium Economy seat on Qantas
• 1 x single room at the Hyatt House Downtown
• Travel between Austin airport and Hyatt House
• 1 x SXSW Platinum Badge
• Mediaweek happy hour
Business Class ($18499)
• 1 x Business Class seat on Qantas
• 1 x single room at the Hyatt House Downtown
• Travel between Austin airport and Hyatt House
• 1 x SXSW Platinum Badge
• Mediaweek happy hour
Business Plus ($19499)
• 1 x Business Class seat on Qantas
• 1 x single room at the Hyatt Place Downtown
• Travel between Austin airport and Hyatt Place
• 1 x SXSW Platinum Badge
• Mediaweek happy hour
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Top image: Ryan Gellert