Ronald Reed Email and Phone Number

Ron Reed, Founder & Former Executive Producer of SXSW EDU, has been involved in educational publishing and technology since graduating from the University of Texas. He helped launch Optical Data Corporation in the mid-80's and was responsible for pioneering the first state-adopted technology program to access traditional textbook funding in Texas and other bell weather states. Ron subsequently joined Publisher's Resource Group (PRG), an Austin-based curriculum development company creating print and electronic materials for instructional content providers, ultimately serving as Vice President and General Manager. In 2006, he established R L Reed Consulting, an independent consulting firm specializing in strategic K-12 sales and marketing. In that role, he produced several educational panels at South by Southwest Interactive, focusing on digital instructional content and open education resources. The experience led him to launch SXSW EDU in 2011. The SXSW EDU Conference & Festival fosters innovation in learning by hosting a diverse and energetic community of stakeholders across a variety of backgrounds in education. The four-day event affords registrants open access to engaging sessions, interactive workshops, hands on learning experiences, film screenings, early stage edtech startups and a host of networking opportunities. By providing a platform for collaboration, SXSW EDU works to promote creativity and social impact.Join the passionate and innovative community at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas. For more information, please visit http://sxswedu.com.