PSFK SALON DETROIT

On the morning of August 12th, PSFK will host a special event designed to Fuel Imagination with the support of Syfy. There will be a number of inspirational talks by key creative minds and a panel discussion about trends and ideas in Detroit and beyond.

PSFK hosts event around the world and our PSFK SALON series is designed to focus on single themes with an element of networking between likeminded PSFK readers.

Agenda

8.30 Doors Open

9.00 Three Inspirational Talks

Reigniting The Conversation
Scott Monty, Head of Social Media at Ford, will describe how his team's use of social media has engaged new audiences and changed the way the motor company does business with its customers.

The $500 Architecture Project
Architect Catie Newell and Monica Ponce de Leon, Dean of Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning at University of Michigan, will discuss the Five Fellows: Full Scale project that re-interpreted abandoned houses to bring creative spirit back to communities.

Creating Sustainable and Renewable Economic Realities for Urban Areas
Milan Stevanovich and Jeremy Eckhous of Advanced Energy Group discuss hybrid geo-utilities, impact on energy expenditures, and the long-term benefits for cities.

10.00 Coffee Break

10.20 Panel Discussion

PSFK founder Piers Fawkes will engage local creative minds and commentators to discuss imagination and trends in Detroit. Panelists include Jerry Paffendorf, an artist that is buying property in Detroit to create community experiences; Rebecca Powers, managing editor of Hour Detroit; and Terry Parris, a cultural commentator and journalist for Detroit’s online news-site Model D.

11.00 Mixer

12.00 Event Ends

Support

This event is inspired by Syfy.