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Here’s an alarming thought: one day in the near future, people will be having more sex with robots and AIs than with other people. Being a human has never been so passive, so isolated. Screens and computer hardware in their many forms are fast replacing great human past times. Real activities like sports, hobbies, even sex, are being transformed from shared face-to-face encounters to digital simulations. But technology doesn’t have to be the problem here. At the Mill we’re building digital experiences that foster genuine human interaction. We're bringing people together, in person, for IRL experiences. Just not sex. That’s not really our market. This is the thinking behind my proposal for a presentation at the inaugural SXSW London. If you think it's got the chops as a worthwhile talk, please take a minute to register and vote to support it. I'd be very grateful. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/eD5mT29j See you there!

Vote for us on SXSW London! I’m super excited that SXSW is coming to London in the Summer, and I have two sessions competing for a slot. Vote to hear from me and my incredible fellow panellist on: Time to Play: The Importance of Experimentation for the Creative Process. I’ll be joined by Cat How, Tina Touli and Natasha Szczerb on a discussion about how experimentation fuels creativity, even when staring at a daunting blank page. Our panel will cover why curious childlike exploration allows your mind the freedom to explore possibilities that are vital to the creative process, how playfulness unlocks imagination, why it’s essential to carve out time for risk-taking, and how developing a habit of “making” leads to breakthrough concepts. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/dJmk8reH (panel ID 4263 Design) Copy, Paste, Create: Drawing the Line Between References and Replication All our experiences shape us to different degrees. But how do we distinguish inspiration from imitation? Together with Vinicius Sales, Eva Yarza and Natasha Szczerb we’ll dive into the nuanced relationship between referencing and originality. The industry’s fast-paced demands make designers and creatives overly reliant on “safe” references, but how can we remix influences into something unique, navigating the fine line between originality and relatability, and avoiding the pitfalls of replication? Join us to explore whether creating something original and effective is still possible in a world where “everything is a remix. Vote Here: https://lnkd.in/dqcA6gG6 (panel ID 3549 Design) How to vote: - Register on SXSW London - https://bit.ly/4g2bgXu (anyone can register to vote). - Find our sessions (you can use these links   once registered, or search for the panels) - Vote by clicking the heart - You can vote for as many sessions as you want, but only each session once - Public voting ends 5pm GMT Dec 19th December

Help us spread the message and raise awareness of A Moment Of You -Amoofy- to more people. Please support us on this journey at SXSW 2025! Please visit: https://lnkd.in/e79pfGzB and vote for Amoofy To vote for our SXSW panel, follow these step-by-step instructions: 1. Create an Account: Go to the SXSW website and create an account if you don't already have one. You may need to provide your email address and create a password. 2. Log In: Log in to your SXSW account using your email and password. Access the PanelPicker: Navigate to the PanelPicker section of the SXSW website. You can directly access our panel using this link. 3. Review Our Panel: Click on the link to read the description and learn more about our proposal. 4. Cast Your Vote: To vote for our panel, click the "Vote Up" button (or similar voting mechanism) on the entry page. You may also have the option to leave comments or feedback.

As we head toward Election Day, on November 5, here’s a thought to carry with us: loyalty, duty, and the power of choice. Since selling FB Displays & Designs, Inc. to Apogee Exhibits in January, I've enjoyed diving back into the business from a consulting angle, supporting our existing and new clients in building unique spaces that truly connect at trade shows, museums, and branded environments. It’s a new chapter that reinforces what I’ve always valued: commitment—to clients, employees, and partners. With Election Day just around the corner, it is super important to exercise our rights and responsibilities, as citizens and business owners. Just as we have a duty to our country, we also have a duty in our work lives: to build trust, honor commitments, and make choices that benefit the broader community. Voting is a small but powerful way to contribute to the future, just as small business decisions shape the future of our industry. So as Tuesday approaches, let’s consider the impact of each choice, big or small, and keep aiming for growth, fairness, and integrity in what we do. #Vote #Duty #BusinessLeadership #ExhibitsIndustry

🗳️✨Vote: Your Voice, Your Power! ✨🗳️ Hey everyone! Today, I want to remind you of something incredibly important: Your voice matters. Your vote matters. 🌟 Don't let anyone silence you. Don't let anything hold you back. Head to the polls and let your voice be heard loud and clear. Together, we can create the change we want to see. 🌟 Share this message with your friends and family to spread the word. Let's make voting a priority and show the world the power of our democracy! 🗳️💬 🌟 Need further guidance, feel free to ask! 👉🏻 MDIDM Infoway 📞 : +91 83471 93531 #GoVote #YourVoiceMatters#LogoDesign #SocialMediaPost #VisitingCard #FestivalWishes #DigitalCard #LetterHead #BrochureDesign #CompanyProfile #PromotionalVideo #GoogleMapOptimization #InformativeWebsite #ECommerceWebsite #MobileAppDevelopment #DigitalMarketingSolutions

It's that time again! The most impactful campaigns start with organization! Be sure you've got all the proper pieces in place. Download this tool from CampaignNAV today! Found here: https://buff.ly/3vKwrLW #campaignnav #campaign #politicalcampaigns #checklist #readytolaunch #politico #grassroots #politicalstrategy

Digital discrimination is a systemic problem, largely impacting low-income communities & communities of color across California (and the nation). Our movement must be louder & stronger than the big internet service providers who benefit from the status quo. Stand with us as we call for a ban on digital discrimination in California: https://lnkd.in/gfX5yrGU #DigitalEquityNOW #AB2239  

We know media must play a critical role in lowering the temperature on political polarization and violence. If you want to do your part to promote civic discourse not discord, join Best-Case Scenario’s September event to learn how to engage effectively with the media this election cycle. The last presidential debate and resulting threats of violence in Springfield Ohio makes it clear: things may get tense with the elections. We want to make sure we have safe, healthy civic spaces filled with passion, not violence. The media plays a pivotal role to make that come true. That’s why the Best-Case Scenario Project is hosting an event to help communications directors and other organizational leaders identify the best way to engage media on civic discourse in the election season.    On September 26th, we’ll explore strategies that we collaboratively developed with leading media experts on how to pitch stories and shape coverage and the dos and don’ts on framing (with resources from leading organizations including Over Zero and Protect Democracy). Additionally, we’ll discuss when and how to hold the media accountable to shape norms and address headlines, images and language that normalize violence. Participants will come away with a clear understanding of how and when to incorporate it into their media strategies to support democracy and peaceful civic spaces.    Join us to register for this conversation, led by Spitfire’s experts, on Thursday, September 26th from 2:00-3:30 pm ET. See you there! https://lnkd.in/gcxmKXtK  

No Party is Immune: Calling for Transparency Across All Political Lines In today’s political climate, it’s becoming increasingly evident that no party is immune from scandals—big or small. While some headlines focus on major controversies, others highlight seemingly minor infractions like accepting concert tickets, complimentary glasses, or designer clothing. But perhaps these smaller stories are symptomatic of a larger issue. If these are the faults we’re finding on the surface, what might be happening behind closed doors? It’s time we connect the dots and acknowledge that accountability shouldn’t be a partisan issue. We need widespread investigations across all parties to ensure clarity and transparency in our political system. Trust in our leaders is paramount, and it can only be maintained through open and honest governance. Let’s advocate for integrity, demand transparency, and work together to restore faith in our political institutions. #Transparency #Accountability #GoodGovernance

🚨 Read Nathanael Scherer's latest in Broadband Breakfast - Lawmakers Take Important Step Forward with Spectrum Pipeline Act. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gqw-nwTv