WHAT IS THE KELLOGG TECH CONFERENCE?

Held at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, the Kellogg Tech Conference is a student-run MBA technology conference that fosters conversation between current and future technology leaders. The conference brings together top MBA students, professionals, executives, founders, entrepreneurs, investors and academics, in an engaging experience of keynotes, breakout sessions, demos, and networking.

WHAT IS THE THEME OF THIS YEAR’S CONFERENCE?

This year’s theme is TECHTONIC SHIFTS: Fueling Resilient Innovation in a Rapidly Evolving World

The tech industry stands at a crossroads. As the specter of a slowdown looms, tech giants face the daunting task of navigating a treacherous landscape, where cost-cutting measures clash with the relentless pursuit of innovation. Yet, amidst this uncertainty, glimmers of hope emerge, fueled by the transformative power of generative AI and the accelerating pace of digital transformation. While the tech economy faces an uncertain future, its potential to revolutionize industries and reshape the world remains as potent as ever.

In this rapidly evolving environment, how might technology leaders develop winning products and future-proof innovation? How should startups balance growth velocity and profitability to attract funding? How can leading technology companies continue to invest in cutting-edge innovation and resist the gravity of falling back to their core lines of business?

This February, the Kellogg Technology Club is excited to host the annual Kellogg Tech Conference to explore these questions with experts across a wide range of industries and backgrounds. Together, we can become more informed and resilient navigators of a shifting tech landscape.

The Winter 2024 Kellogg Tech Conference will highlight this dynamic by exploring three pillars:

Exploring Contexts
We will deep dive into the ability of tech to build bridges, transcend borders, and create innovative use cases across various industries and geographies.

Empowering Leaders
We will highlight diverse voices in the tech community that span different backgrounds, skill sets, and identities, C-suite will share their views from the top on how they are mobilizing and uplifting talent in todays social and economic climate.

Expanding Solutions
Technology has the power to radically shape our world. The best solutions will be inclusively designed to promote equity. Companies, products, and social movements that are redefining impact will be highlighted.

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE CONFERENCE HELD?

The conference will be held on Wednesday, 21st Feb, 2024. Join us in person at the Kellogg Global Hub as we bring together leaders and innovators during these fast-evolving times. Alternatively, join us virtually (to be confirmed) for a broadcast of our live keynotes and panels. Stay tuned for more details on registration.