I’m Going to SXSW!
Vernā Myers
I help companies approach change, embrace cultural shifts and foster inclusive environments | Keynote Speaker | DEI Advisor | TED Talk Speaker | Author
By Vernā Myers
Hey everyone, I’m doing my happy dance!! Because…wait for it…I’m going to SXSW!!!!! (YES, I AM 5-EXCLAMATION-POINT-EXCITED!) It’s not until March, but I will be happy dancing all the way there!
I’m going to be on National Geographic’s panel called Responsible Visual Discourse in Media,
with the talented Susan Goldberg, editor in chief of National Geographic magazine and photographer, writer and filmmaker Ami Vitale. We’ll be talking about the way imagery works on us subconsciously to inform our understanding of the world, including our biases, and why responsible visual discourse the media is so important.
I know it will be an amazing discussion. And of course I’m ALSO looking forward to the conversation, the awesome music, great thinkers, killer food and revitalizing energy of Austin.
I’m not going to lie, I’m feeling a little like Sally Field at the Oscars: “You like me!” You young folks like me! (Oops. Did that cultural reference show my age? Oh well.)
I’m officially giddy about my good fortune. So thankful for this incredible opportunity. Like my nephew Eric Bigger says, “It’s miracle season!”
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Senior Managing Director Marketing at Siebert Williams Shank Co., LLC
7 年Congratulations. Art McClearin
Shareholder at Maynard Nexsen PC
7 年Congratulations Verna! I’m excited for you and for those who will exposure to keen and cutting edge insights. I’m even more impressed now with #SXSW. It just got much cooler in my book.
Experienced attorney, business leader and diversity and inclusion advocate with a diverse professional background.
7 年Very cool and well deserved. Congratulations! Enjoy the experience.
Advocate for Voting Rights. Member of Massachusetts League of Women Voters. Member of DEI Committee for League of Women Voters of US.
7 年I can't wait to see this. Great choice !
Integrated Marketing at The Walt Disney Company | MAIP & MPMS 2018
7 年Congratulations, I'll hopefully see you there!