Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer – SXSW

CEO Insider host Sandy McIlree talks with Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer of SXSW Interactive. Hugh discusses the growth of SXSW, how Austin is a perfect fit for SXSW and how SXSW has become a hotspot for politicians.

• • • The history of SXSW and it’s original goal
    • How SXSW as grown to over 2000 showcases and 300 panel discussions
    • Who is Hugh trying to get to SXSW?
    • How Elon Musk and Instagram came to SXSW
    • The evolution of SXSW Film and Interactive
    • Hugh’s advice to businesses looking to relocate to Austin