Chicago, August 8, 2023- World Business Chicago has assembled four compelling proposals poised to take the stage at SXSW 2024, from March 8-16. These proposals span critical topics such as marketing for economic development, engaging next-generation leadership, under-represented founders and the racial wealth gap, and food entrepreneurship and investment.  You’re invited to explore these proposals here: https://worldbusinesschicago.com/wbc-sxsw-2024-proposals/

•  Rebranding a City Calls for Equity and a CMO: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/143492
• The Friends & Family Round for Under-represented Founders: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/143446
• The Future of Markets – A View from the Trenches: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/132682
• Market Your City to the Next Gen – the How, the Y & the Z:  https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/132465

Community voting for these proposals will be open from August 8th to 20th, 2023, through the SXSW PanelPicker. This platform empowers both attendees and the community to play a significant role in shaping the conference program for SXSW and SXSW EDU, including presentations, panels, and workshops. Consider lending your support by up-voting each proposal and sharing them on your social media platforms.

Let us amplify together Chicago’s presence at SXSW 2024. Share and vote for these Chicago stars!