MITA TechTalks 2013

The MITA TechTalks are the premier tech and venture capital event of the year in Latin America. From November 18-21, this exclusive event unites decision-makers from the world’s leading visionary companies, established tech industry veterans, prominent venture capitalists, analysts, policy makers and universities that are leading global innovation and entrepreneurship in Mexico and Latin America.

Event Location

The MITA TechTalks will take place at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, both located inside of the gates of the Punta Mita Resort, along Mexico’s Pacific coast, 30 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). Punta Mita is situated on a 1,500-acre natural peninsula of land, bordered by nine miles of coastline. This geography assures its privacy, and the gated entry ensures its exclusivity.

TechTalk Sessions

• Developing a Mobile-led strategy
• Human centered-design vs.technology-led design
• Building a digital innovation culture within a large corporate organization
• Tech Innovation in Mexico today: exits/defining success along the way
• Funding & your Startup: the optimal mix of funds + external involvement; valuations today
• Payments & Payment Systems: Challenges for e-commerce/ opportunities for entrepreneurs
• New strategies for Universities to lead in Tech and Entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurial roundtable, lessons from the field
• Emerging resources for entrepreneurs: The role of public policy in innovation and entrepreneurship

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Registration, Discounts and Refunds

1. What do I need to know about the differences and prices of the conference passes? - The conference passes are sold in blocks, with the price increasing as each block sells out. Passes include all TechTalks sessions, coffee breaks, lunches, active-networking afternoon activities, and dinners. There are options for including your accommodations (at either Four Seasons or St. Regis) or, just attending the sessions + social activities. Note, too, that tickets are not refundable, but they are transferable.

2. What else is there to do at the conference beside attend the TechTalks sessions? - We'll have plenty of fun ways to get to know your fellow TechTalk attendees. On Tuesday afternoon, our active-networking is Punta Mita by Land: your choice of mountain biking, tennis or championship golf on the private Jack Nicklaus Signature Pacifico golf course, with its signature island green. On Wednesday, our afternoon active-networking is Punta Mita by Sea: your choice of a surf/SUP session, a boat trip for snorkeling the Marietas Islands, or an instructional Kite-surfing session at Sea Breeze Beach Club at St. Regis. Evenings at TechTalks are known for their cool, casual, under-the-stars cocktails + dinners by the sea, with a few after-parties to follow.

3. How will you help me meet other attendees? - In addition to events and meals designed to help you connect with each other, we'll have a pre-arrival kit emailed to you, with a brief bio of each attendee, and how they are looking to connect. We limit the number of participants to just 150, to encourage building great connections with other attendees.

4. When will you announce the agenda? - We're confirming new speakers and panelists every week, and we'll announce the schedule for speakers and complete conference agenda by early November.

5. What are the hotel options for conference attendees? For those purchasing full event passes, your accommodations are included, at either Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita or St. Regis Punta Mita Resort. We will do our very best to place you in your resort of preference. Single rooms and double-occupancy (shared) rooms are available, but both individuals sharing a room must register at the same time. We also offer conference-only passes which include the TechTalks conference, active networking sessions and all socials and dinners, if you have your own accommodations.

6. Are there discounts for startups/entrepreneurs or volunteer opportunities? - We are offering a limited number of discounted event passes for startups. Please email TechTalksRegister@mitainstitute.com for more information. We can’t guarantee volunteer spots at this time so we urge you to register for your tickets while prices are still relatively low. We’ll give priority to students if we need volunteers at the event.

7. How can I learn about sponsoring the event? – Send us an email: TechTalksSponsors@MitaInstitute.com

8. How do I apply to register as press? – Send us an email: TechTalksMedia@MitaInstitute.com

9. How do I apply to be a speaker or presenter? - Send us an email: TechTalksSpeaker@MitaInstitute.com

10. What is your refund policy? - All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable for the price you paid or less.

Additional Questions? Please check our site (which includes complete information and agenda), email TechTalksRegister@MitaInstitute.com, or call us at 415.426.7804.