Round Rock Chamber of Commerce, Austin Chapter of World Entrepreneurs Network, and Flix Brewhouse are proud to present are proud to present, From Punch Card to PC: The Rise of the Computer Industry by Gary Hoover.
On Tuesday evening, May 22, Austin’s own world-renowned speaker, teacher, and entrepreneur Gary Hoover will present a big screen visual business show at Round Rock’s own world-class Flix Brewhouse. This engaging, enlightening, surprising program will tell the story of the rise of the Computer Industry in America. Learn how IBM came about and what made it such a great company, even in its early years. Learn about J.C.R. Licklider, Ed Roberts, and the other visionaries who foresaw the digital age in which we live today. Learn the secrets of some of the most remarkable leaders and entrepreneurs in American history, how they saw a future that no one else did and continue to shape our daily lives long after they are gone. There is a good chance you know little about these visionaries, but there is a great deal that any entrepreneur, business person, or not-for-profit leader can learn from them.
May 22, 2012 Schedule:
6:15 PM Doors open for those desiring to purchase dinner.
7:00 PM Program
8:00 PM Discussion of what we can learn from these people
8:30 PM Cash bar, mixer, and reception
9:30 PM Event ends
$12.00 Seating is limited.
Members of the sponsoring organizations receive a discount by entering the promotional code that has been provided.
You must sign up via http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3388532191
Don’t forget the promotion code for a 50% discount: WEN
We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
FLIX BREWHOUSE
2200 South IH-35 (Exit 251), Sky Ridge Plaza on Hester’s Crossing, Round Rock