Design Has Its Own Rhythm: NeoCon 2023 Keynotes Look to Hip Hop, Community and Technology to Build Our Future
CHICAGO, IL -- NeoCon, June 12th to14th, at THE MART, is pleased to announce the keynote speakers for this year’s edition: world-renowned futurist Amy Webb (founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute), celebrated designer, writer and teacher, Michael Murphy (co-founder of MASS Design Group), and "The Hip Hop Architect” Michael Ford, AIA, NOMA, alongside Chicago Hip Hop legend and visiting MIT professor, Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, a.k.a Lupe Fiasco. Pulling from diverse backgrounds and experiences and drawing inspiration from music, poetry, technology and the power of community, the thought leaders will explore how to build a more sustainable, equitable and brighter future.
“As a resource for timely education, we are committed to delivering a rich and varied NeoCon conference program that brings together the most provocative and influential leaders across all verticals and beyond,” comments Allison Kearns, director of programming for NeoCon. “Our 2023 keynotes are emblematic of how diverse perspectives can drive and effect positive change.”