aurp 2014 international conference: creating a density of shared experiences
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Scott HendersonSandbox Communities@scottyhendo @thesandboxcrew
So who’s in the room?
So then, who is Scott Henderson ?
#1 Thing You Need to Learn:The destiny of your research park comes from the density
of its shared experiences
The time for patting ourselves on the back is over
We’ve got this physical plant and financing thing figured out
People no longer need to be at the office to work, so how can we make it so they want to be?
How can we make sure ourbuildings are vessels for
human experiences?
During an era when power & influence is shifting from control to collaboration
http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2011/10/a-visual-guide-to-atlantas-startup-scene/247400
2011
http://pando.com/2014/07/07/hip-hop-housewives-and-hot-startups-a-guide-to-atlantas-startup-scene/
2014
Atlanta is emerging as a global tech hub because of connections between three
essential elements
Talent Aquifer(Education System)
Corporate Oaks(Enterprises)
Southern Fried Culture(Entertainment)
Which two words best describe
Atlanta’s past?
Fragmented Awesomeness
World class people & companies disconnected from each other.
Which two words best describe
Atlanta’s future?
Connected Awesomeness
World class people & companies connected with each other.
Density is Destiny. Density leads to serendipity. Serendipity gives people more chances to collaborate and build trust with each other. Trusted relationships are what every strong innovative community is built upon. Change your density, change your destiny.
Density of what? Shared experiences
Shared experiences thru places, events, and media
Why do they matter?
Shared Experiences
FinancingPhysical Plants
Commerce
More shared experiences, more commerce
Tech Square anchors
Atlanta’s tech startup
community
13.3 acres$340 million investment1.8 million sq. ft.Public/private partnerships
Tech SquareATDC - VentureLab - Flashpoint
AT&T Foundry - AT&T Drive Studio - NeuroLaunch Panasonic Innovation Center - Collider ATL -
Thyssen-Krupp - Tech Talent South - Home Depot SQ5 Apartment Tower - Starbucks at 5th & Spring
Cypress Street Pint & Plate - Barrel House
How do we collaboratively create
these shared experiences?
Not everyone cares, but some do and they know others
Social club for Tech Square and nearby environs
Physical Spaces + Events + Media
How can Tech Square be a physical hub
connecting with the other nodes in Atlanta?
Tech SquareBuckhead/Brookhaven
WestsideO4W
DowntownPerimeter/Alpharetta
Decatur/Avondale EstatesEast Point
Start with who is already there
Leverage existing public and semi-public
collision spaces
How can our events connect Tech Square with other nodes in
Atlanta?
Start with who is already there
Meetups in AtlantaAtlanta Web Design Group (2800+) Atlanta Startup Village (2700+) PyAtl: Atlanta Python (1300+) The Atlanta Javascript (1700+) Data Science ATL (1700+)Atlanta Big Data User Group (800+) Atlanta Ruby Meetup (1600+) Atlanta Scrum Users Group (1400+) Atlanta Hadoop Users Group (700+) Atlanta Game Developer Meetup Group (800+) Geek Girl DinnerStartup LoungeStartup Drinks AtlantaStartup Chowdown
Sources of InspirationCreative Mornings AtlantaForge ATL (healthcare)Foster ATL (consumer focused companies)Root City Market Hive ATL (no lonely leaders)
Support AssociationsTiE Atlanta Atlanta Tech AngelsTechnology Association of Georgia Metro Atlanta Chamber Atlanta CEO CouncilTechnology Executive RoundtableStartup ChicksWomen’s Entrepreneur Center
Look for holes in the community
and fill them
How can our media connect Tech Square to other nodes in Atlanta?
Start with who is already there
Fun with Elevator Signs
Showcase the people already there
Game Changer
Hasn’t all been roses though
Too big to fail?
Can the “man” be the “rebel”?
What’s next
Feedback Loops:Camel Council & Online Surveys
Enough of my blabbering,
what questions or insights do you have?
Ways to find meScott Henderson Connector of Awesomeness Sandbox Communities
[email protected] 404.725.4441