RAR at SXSW EDU

04.04.2023 Events

RAR’s President and CEO, Michelle Torgerson, traveled to Austin in March to attend SXSW EDU 2023. 

This year’s SXSW EDU was driven by four themes: Bold, Imagine, Converge, and Evolve. 

Kicking off each day and wrapping up the last, were Keynote sessions featuring powerful thought leaders who inspired and connected with attendees from around the world.

Michelle listened, learned, and loved reconnecting with some of our national partners, including Malcolm Mitchell from Share the Magic Foundation.

Click here for a recap.

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