Techweek Kansas City 2016: Full Schedule

5:30pm CDT

Transforming Brands in a Digital World – Official Tuesday Night Happy Hour at VML

Join us at the VML World Headquarters for our Tuesday Night Happy Hour from 5:30 to 7:30 where you will enjoy drinks, appetizers and a glimpse into VML.

VML is a global marketing agency with over 28 locations and 2500 VML team members around the world. Founded in Kansas City in 1992, their business has grown for the past 24 years by partnering with the world’s top brands in transforming of how they communicate and connect with consumers. VML is built upon a unique balance of world-class creativity and deep enterprise technology expertise.

During happy hour you will learn about how VML helped activate Kansas City with the power of baseball through the “Relay The Way” campaign. This campaign united fans in raising donations for the KC MLB Urban Youth Academy, a program dedicated to reshaping experiences of children living in the urban core.

Come join us for a fun night at VML during Tech Week Kansas City 2016.

Tuesday September 13, 2016 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
VML Headquarters 250 Richards Road, KC, MO 64116

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

7:30pm CDT

Night at The Nerdery featuring "Veer Pong" and "The A/R 8-Bit Challenge"

Where in Kansas City can you find passionate Nerds ready to tackle your toughest software challenges?

At The Nerdery of course!

We'd love to have you join us in our space that we've created specifically to inspire, energize and aid us in doing what we do best...redefining what's possible through technology.

Innovation Stations

Postcard Station Wish you were here! Join us for Night at The Nerdery and get your personalized augmented reality postcard #NerderyKC.
Virtual 8-Bit Challenge You think you know your classic 8-Bit video game characters? Test yourself during Night at The Nerdery with our AR challenge.
VeeR Pong Beer pong for the digital age. Virtual beer pong also means virtually NO hangover!

Beer, wine, and hors d'oeuvres will be served!

Tuesday September 13, 2016 7:30pm - 10:00pm CDT
The Nerdery 100 E 7 St #401, Kansas City, MO 64106

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

4:00pm CDT

Tech Leader Happy Hour, hosted by Lead Bank with Mayor Sly James

Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Enjoy networking and relaxing while soaking in the view of downtown KC on The Exchange rooftop event space of Lead Bank Crossroads. Award winning local caterer Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions and local distiller J. Rieger & Co. team up to showcase what’s trending on the local Kansas City gastronomy and mixology scene. While you meet and get to know the Midwest’s emerging technology leaders, experience J.Rieger’s Horsefeather’s cocktail and delight in Inspired Occasions fun, fresh and innovative appetizers. And look forward to a twist on a traditional favorite....the sundae (think savory though!)

Wednesday September 14, 2016 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
The Exchange at Lead Bank 1801 Main St., 4th floor Kansas City, MO 64108

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

5:00pm CDT

Husch Blackwell Entrepreneur Celebration

Mix it up with other Techweekers and talk tech as you sip on craft cocktails at Tom’s Town, Kansas City’s first legal distillery since Prohibition. 1701 Main Street, right on the streetcar line, in the Crossroads district. Sign up early to reserve your spot!

Drinks provided!

Wednesday September 14, 2016 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Tom's Town 1701 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

8:00am CDT

Launch KC Semi-Finals

LaunchKC is designed to attract tech entrepreneurs locally, regionally and nationally to apply and compete for ten $50,000 non-dilutive grants, mentorship, transitional work space and other incentives. LaunchKC selects the top-scoring entrepreneurs and then supports and assists them with coaching, mentoring and funding to develop high growth, successful businesses in Kansas City, Missouri.

http://www.launchkc.org/

Friday September 16, 2016 8:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Chamber Board Room at Union Station 30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

3:00pm CDT

Launch KC Awards

Friday September 16, 2016 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Extreme Screen at Union Station 30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

4:30pm CDT

Capture: A Community Filmmaking Project

Capture joins community members with professional film editors and musicians to create short films.

Register to Become a Capture 2016 Community Filmmaker

Capture brings together the creative power of the communities. You can be a part of this unique project and register to contribute your five, 30 second video clips based on the Capture 2016 Theme announced on Friday, September 16th at 5:30 PM.

Once the theme is announced, the video upload will open and you will have 24 hours to get your shots! http://www.capturefilmproject.org/

Editing Teams: $600 in compensation
Musicians: $600 in compensation
AWARDS
Guest Juror Awarded Best In Show: $800
(shared prize with the entire awarded team of both editors and musicians)
People's Choice: $600
Sponsored by: KC Film KC Digital Drive Missouri Film Office Visit KC andAVA - Association for Visual Arts Google Fiber Google Fiber Space

Friday September 16, 2016 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Google Fiber Space 1814 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY

4:30pm CDT

Capture 2016 Premiere Screening and Celebration

Sunday September 18, 2016 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Google Fiber Space 1814 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111

Entrepreneur+Executive ONLY