The Rise and Fall Of The Tech Rock Star

Exploring the evolution of tech entrepreneurs from reclusive visionaries to controversial figures and their impact on their industry and further.

This event is hosted by Preston Tech Connection. A group centred around an interest in digital technologies. We meet monthly to discuss interesting and topical subjects. 

Our May meet-up is themed 'The Rise And Fall Of The Tech Rock Star'

This will be a panel discussion with opportunity for attendees to join the discussion with their questions and thoughts. It is sure to be an interesting conversation. We will look at ideas such as:

The media’s role in glorifying tech founders
The startup culture and "move fast, break things" mentality
The tech industries Influence on politics, culture, and the economy
Tech as modern rock ‘n’ roll: cult followings and brand evangelism
Ethical dilemmas
Are we seeing the end of the “tech rock star” era?
The rise of decentralised leadership and collective innovation
Responsible tech leadership moving forward.
Full details about our panel will follow shortly.

About Preston Tech Connection

Preston Tech Connection is a group centred around an interest in digital technologies – our events and meet-ups are a place where tech enthusiasts can come together, exchange ideas, work on projects, and support one another.

Preston Tech Connection is founded by Tom Crawley Neon Mountain and Catarina and Brendan King, Society1. We host monthly meet-ups.

Our events cover topics like software, programming, hardware and emerging tech. We have a shared interest in the latest advancements in the digital realm. We host events with a social and collaborative aspect, workshops, guest speaker events, and networking.

We are an inclusive group and open for anyone to attend. You don’t need to work in tech. If you are interested in the topics or just want to come and be part of a friendly community of people exploring the digital and tech world, you are welcome.

Getting there:

Society1 is located on Cross Street, just off Winckley Square (PR1 3LT). It is easily accessible by bus and train.

If you need to drive, public parking is available at Fishergate Shopping Centre or Avenham Public Car Park. The Avenham multi storey car park closes at 8pm, so as this event runs later we advise that you park in the open air one or on the streets around us.

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