Automation and the Workplace

Automation is changing everything. We know this. In fact, at the 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival Jeanniey Mullen, Global CMO of Mercer, and Benji Decker, the current Entrepreneur in Residence at Mercer, kicked off their talk by speaking with Warren, Mercer’s AI digital assistant, about the changes automation will bring to the workplace.

Data Privacy for Small Businesses

At the 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival Burt Powers, Senior Director at Dell EMC, and Kevin Robinson, the Founder of Juniper Jones, talked about one of the most pressing issues facing small business owners today: data privacy. In a world where half of the 28 million small businesses in the U.S. have had a cyber breach, data privacy is a critical concern.

Highlights from the 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival

The third annual 2018 Propelify Innovation Festival went down on May 17, 2018 with over 10,000 attendees and 80+ speakers turning up to turn ideas into action. Attendees connected with fellow game changers, hired and got hired, learned how to overcome business obstacles, and pitched to investors.

Quotes from 2017 Speakers

Want to improve your communication, networking, and pitching skills? Check out some of our favorite quotes from our 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival speakers for practical tips on how to connect, build relationships, and communicate effectively.

Success in Entrepreneurship

At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, over 80+ speakers shared their knowledge with over 10,000 members of the innovation community. A frequent topic? Success, or how to pursue, achieve, and maintain it.

Big Data and Entrepreneurship

Some of the biggest trends discussed included big data, machine learning, and personalization, and how entrepreneurs can solve future problems.

Tips for Effective Sales Conversations

Daniel Moskowitz, founder of The Superhero Sales Academy, shared three great tips on how to amplify sales conversations effectively.

Advice from James Altucher

James Altucher, a bestselling author and angel investor, shared his nine best pieces of advice that emphasize finding the right people for your business success.

Career Change Panel

At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, Rebecca Price and Holly Rose Faith spoke about surprising tips on standing out when trying to get hired.

Inspirational Mantras from John Henry

John Henry, founder of the non-profit incubator Cofound Harlem, offered three mantras to inspire others to pursue their dreams.

Data Science Impact

Data science is becoming an important field with the potential to improve human society. At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, a panel moderated by Justin Hendrix discussed this impact with esteemed industry leaders.

Trends in Transportation

Jason Post from Uber Technologies detailed upcoming trends in transportation that may change how we think about mobility.

The Future of Healthcare

The healthcare industry is ripe for innovation. At the 2017 Propelify Innovation Festival, discussions centered on how technology and data can improve healthcare.

The Big Players Want to Collaborate

Beth Polish and Kristina Hahn discussed key criteria that larger companies look for when partnering with smaller startups.

Attracting Venture Capital

David Sorin moderated a panel discussing the surprising qualities that attract V.C.s’ attention to startups.

Accessibility and Disability in Tech

As over 53 million Americans deal with disabilities, accessibility remains a crucial topic in tech development. Panel discussions revealed opportunities for improvement in this area.

Collaboration and AI

Dr. Kelland Thomas discussed how A.I. could help create connections and address human challenges during the festival.

Tips for Pitching Investors

Tom Wisniewski provided 18 tips for entrepreneurs aiming to pitch successfully. Each tip was concise, clocking in at under 140 characters.

The Future of Retail

Jason Abbruzzese discussed the changing landscape of shopping and branding, offering predictions for the future.

Accelerating Inclusivity in Tech

A panel moderated by Philip McKenzie focused on how to enhance inclusivity in tech and media.

Remote Work Dynamics

The future of work is leaning toward remote settings, according to co-founders Ari Meisel and Nick Sonnenberg.

Building an Authentic Community

Founder Aaron Price provided insights into building meaningful communities at events like the Propelify Innovation Festival.

Avoiding Product Mistakes

Jack Hanlon shared his tips on how to avoid sloppy product execution to ensure product success.