presented by The Tech We Want 2025
March 6-8, 2025 at The Belmont in Austin, Texas.
LIGHT HOUSE 2025 IS ON IT'S WAY IN...
About The Light House
Join responsible innovation champions for two days of connection and conversations that put people at the center of the digital revolution.
Join your fellow responsible innovation champions for two days of connection and conversations that put people at the center of the digital revolution.
Alt (but too long): Join #TeamHuman to connect with funders and tech leaders that put people at the center of the digital revolution, and join an effort to collectively create a more responsible tech future.
(2024 version: Join tech leaders for a day of connection and conversations offering a different perspective on technology and its impact on communities.)
Tech, Teamwork & Good Trouble
Over two days filled with inspiring talks, immersive activations, and exciting entertainment, The Light House is a wayfinding point and beacon for those seeking to find new teammates, get the ball rolling on new collaborations, or find new solutions to champion in our collective responsible tech future.
The Tech We Want is designed to be a broad platform for those seeking to seed and embed responsible tech values in emerging tech. The convening is designed to bring together a coalition of funders, tech leaders and workers co-creating an alternative tech ecosystem built on inclusivity, mutualism, sustainability, accountability, and responsible innovation.
Working with our fellow champions Omidyar Network, Siegel Family Endowment, Stanford d.school, and Black Innovation Alliance, The Light House offers a vision of a tech ecosystem that centers people, not technology, as protagonists in shaping our shared technological future.
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Day 1
Day 2
Program Curated by Omidyar Network
Have you already registered for our day 1 Programming linked here
And don’t forget about Lights Out! Our closing party registration here
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Day 1
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Day 2
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Lights Out
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What is The Tech We Want?
The Tech We Want’s mission is to build this new tech ecosystem by centering, amplifying and shifting power to leaders, advocates and entrepreneurs in the tech space already working toward a future in which everyone thrives; and together, experimenting with and funding new cultural and economic infrastructure.
Where
Belmont in Austin, Texas.
When
March 6-8, 2025
What does it look & feel like?
In 2024, over 1500 attendees joined us for a day packed with interactive networking, thought-provoking panels, curated entertainment, and one of the best parties of the weekend. Watch the recap video here.
Agenda
March 6th
Day 1
12:00pM - 12:30Pm
Doors Open
12:30PM - 1:30PM
Seal makers networking hour at The Public House (hosted by stanford d school, sponsored by SFE)
1:30PM - 1:45PM
Welcome to the main stage
1:45PM - 2:30PM
Panel: Ecosystem Hubs and Building Coalition
2:30PM - 2:45PM
Break and turn over
2:45PM - 3:15PM
Lighting talks
3:15PM - 3:20PM
Break and turn over
3:20PM - 4:05PM
Funder Panel
4:05PM - 4:15PM
Break and turn over
4:15PM - 4:45PM
Collective activity JM and AW
4:45PM - 4:55PM
Break and turn over
4:45PM - 5:25PM
Lightning talks
5:25PM - 6:30PM
Potential entertainment set block
6:30PM - 6:35PM
Day 1 Closing Remarks
6:35PM - 8:30PM
Funder and friends happy hour
March 7th
Day 2
12:00pM - 1:30Pm
Doors open for deal makers networking hour at The Public House (hosted by stanford d school, sponsored by SFE)
1:00PM - 1:45PM
Interactive group activity and opening remarks with Jocelyn Macodugal and Omidyar CEO Mike Krubinski
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Panel 1: AI and Speculative fiction, from dystopia to delight
3:00PM - 3:20PM
Break & Turnover
3:20PM - 4:20PM
Panel 2: Worker Power
4:20PM - 4:40PM
Break & turn over
4:40PM - 5:40PM
Panel 3: Artificial Intimacy
5:40PM - 6:00PM
Break & Turn Over
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Comedian Set
7:00PM - 7:15PM
Closing Remarks – space is turned over into the party
10:00PM - 1:30AM
Party
Acknowledgment
By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you have read this agreement, that you are executing this agreement voluntarily, and that this agreement is to be binding upon you, your heirs, executors, administrators and representatives, in the event of an accident.
SXSW badges are NOT required. Event VIPs will receive priority admittance. Get a wristband during our Spotlight programming to skip the line later.
Terms
Your registration does not guarantee timely admission to the event. Space may be limited and there may be a delay in entry to the venue, subject to capacity. We have the right to refuse admittance to anyone for any reason.
This event will have flashing or strobe lights and loud music.
All participants must be 21 or older and provide valid ID upon entry.
When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.
Disclaimer
ASSUMPTION OF RISKS: In consideration of your participation in THE LIGHT HOUSE, you acknowledge that you am aware of the possible risks, dangers, and hazards associated with your participation in THE LIGHT HOUSE, (including the possible risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others). These risks include but are not limited to the following:
The risks associated with travel to and from the venue, including transportation provided by commercial, private and/or public motor vehicles;
Intoxication and/or alcohol poisoning from the alcohol you consume whether voluntarily or through coercion;
The possibility of bodily injury (broken bones and soft tissue damage) including dental damages from falling down, being knocked down or being involved in a physical confrontation whether caused by you or someone else;
The risks associated with returning to your residence.
