On November 19, 2024, the University of Wisconsin-Madison hosted Talking Tech in San Francisco, featuring esteemed alumnus Andy Konwinski (BS ’07), co-founder of Databricks and Perplexity. This event provided a platform for UW alumni, friends, and parents in the Bay Area to gather, network, and engage with cutting-edge insights in the tech industry.
Andy Konwinski captivated the audience with his entrepreneurial journey, sharing valuable lessons from his experiences in founding two influential companies. His discussion with Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau, Director of the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences, delved into the transformative power of artificial intelligence, highlighting how technology is reshaping industries and daily life. The interactive Q&A session offered further opportunities for attendees to gain deeper insights into the rapidly evolving tech landscape and Konwinski’s own experiences in the industry.
This event was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences, the College of Engineering, and the Wisconsin School of Business.