SXSW 2011 will mark the 25th edition of an event that draws over 30,000 creative professionals from around the world to Austin each March. Born in a time before the web, email, or smart phones, SXSW history bridges the analog and digital eras. As wireless communication has connected people with the entire planet from their desktops, the need for face-to-face encounters has only grown. The value of meeting people to share ideas and do business is what makes SXSW work. SXSW is a yearly reintroduction to the passion and artistry required to produce meaningful creations that can engage the imagination of a global audience.

We’ve been honored to provide a launching pad for creative endeavors from around the globe for 25 years. Join us in March of 2011 to discover what comes next. The planning for 2011 is underway. Start talking, registering, applying, and getting involved. March will be here before you know it.

-Roland Swenson, SXSW Managing Director