NewCo Austin 2015

Session Title: The thrill and agony of hardware… A startup story

IoT and Connected Home are two of the hottest topics in technology today. Visit Plum, where smart home hardware and software collide, bringing the next generation of consumer products to our homes. CEO Utz Baldwin is a leading expert on connected home, having served as Chairman and CEO of CEDIA, the global trade organization that represents the connected home industry. A Plum’s founder, Utz will provide a transparent view into the successes and challenges of running a startup in this rapidly changing space, including development, gaining traction, building the right team, crowdfunding, and raising capital. You will also get to experience their flagship product, the Plum Lightpad before it reaches consumers. Be sure to come prepared to play “Connected Home Trivia” for a chance to win Plum Lightpads!