imerge 2019

Iron City

EDPA's annual conference and event showcases, celebrates and stimulates innovation to drive the economic growth and future of Alabama. It's the largest and most comprehensive innovation event in the state. Through talks, discussion, entertainment, awards and networking it brings thought leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders together to imagine, innovate and inspire.Join Alabama Launchpad for a night in the stars - from Black Jacket Symphony playing Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" to Lt. General Steven Kwast sharing insight into the next space race, to Lifetime Achievement Awards for those responsible for taking us to the moon... This is not an event you want to miss. Alabama was a crucial piece of the moonshot in 1969, and it can be a part of the next moonshot, whether it's in precision medicine, automotive innovation, the next wave of agriculture, or a variety of other sectors. Let's honor our past and spur innovation in our state's future!“Who will be first to lash together industry, commerce, and military strength to unleash new horizons of national prosperity? In this new space race there won't be many prizes for second place.”– Lieutenant General Steven KwastEVENT LINEUP:4:00 pm – Doors open 
4:30 pm – imerge 2019 begins 
Alabama Launchpad Cycle 3 Pitch Finale 
The Black Jacket Symphony performs Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon 
Awards for Lifetime Achievement in Innovation (including Hidden Figures) 
Apollo 11 movie in surround sound with producers' commentary 
Keynote speaker: Lt. General Steven Kwast

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