Sonoma Speaker Series: In Conversation with ANDREW YANG
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Sonoma Speaker Series: In Conversation with ANDREW YANG

Andrew Yang was a Democratic presidential candidate in 2020, and is the co-founder of the Forward Party, working to restore our democracy.

By Sonoma Speaker Series

Date and time

Monday, May 13 · 7 - 8:30pm PDT

Location

Hanna Center

17000 Arnold Drive Sonoma, CA 95476

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About this event

  • 1 hour 30 minutes

Andrew Yang is the cofounder of the Forward Party, a new, independent political movement dedicated to restoring the promise of American democracy. He was a Democratic presidential candidate in 2020 whose campaign outlasted over a dozen mainstream political officeholders and raised $40 million from hundreds of thousands of everyday Americans, dubbed “the Yang Gang.” He served as CEO of Manhattan Prep, growing the company until its acquisition in 2009.

Named by President Obama as a Presidential Ambassador of Global Entrepreneurship, he is the founder of Humanity Forward and Venture for America. He lives with his family in New York.

Andrew Yang will be interviewed by David McCuan, PhD, Chair of the Political Science Department at Sonoma State University.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a VIP Reception with the speaker?

For guests who purchase a VIP ticket, there is a VIP Reception from 5:45-6:45pm in the Legacy Center at Hanna that includes a 'meet & greet' with the speaker, complimentary beer, wine & light appetizers, plus reserved seating in the first 4 rows of the auditorium for the speaker presentation.

Is there reserved seating?

The first 4 rows are reserved for VIP ticket buyers. Beyond that, there is open seating for General Admission ticket buyers.

What time do the doors open?

Doors to the auditorium open at 6:15pm.

Are food or beverages available for sale?

Beer, wine, sparkling water and light appetizers are complimentary for VIP ticket buyers during the hour-long VIP Reception. Beer ($5), wine ($7) and sparkling water ($3) are available for sale for General Admission ticket buyers at the auditorium bar from 6:15 - 7:00pm.

Is there ample parking at the venue?

There is ample parking, although some parking areas are located a bit further away from the auditorium. We suggest bringing a flashlight or using your cell phone to provide additional lighting after dark.

If the speaker is an author, will there be books for sale?

Yes, we partner with our local independently owned bookstore, Readers Books, to provide signed copies of all books written by the speaker. These books are on sale in the lobby before and after the on-stage interview.

What is the format of these events?

There is a 5 minute 'welcome & introduction' starting at 7pm, followed by an interview with the speaker till 8:00pm. We then open it up to Q&A with the audience from 8-8:30pm.

When do tickets go on sale?

Tickets go on sale 4 weeks prior to each Speaker Series event. Since events sell-out quickly, we recommend you get on our mailing list in order to get email notification of upcoming speakers and ticket sale dates - www.SonomaSpeakerSeries.com.

Do you sell annual subscriptions or membership packages to the Sonoma Speaker Series?

Presently, we do not sell subscriptions or membership packages, and will not do so until we are able to schedule a year's worth of speakers in advance. We are tirelessly working to make that happen in the not-so-distant future.

Is the Sonoma Speaker Series a 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization?

Yes, the Sonoma Speaker Series is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization, meaning all donations made to support our efforts are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law - Federal Tax I.D. #81-4625504.

Does the Sonoma Speaker Series have employees?

No, the Sonoma Speaker Series is an all-volunteer non-profit organization with no employees, a true labor of love. We are run by a CEO and a Board of Directors, plus a trusted team of volunteers that make these events happen.

How often do you schedule Speaker Series events?

We try to schedule a speaker on Monday evenings every 6-8 weeks throughout the year.

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Sonoma Speaker Series is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We bring to the Sonoma Valley major thinkers & players in the world of politics, art, celebrity, sports, science and inspiration.