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Caroline Pegram
Head of Tech & Innovation at SXSW Sydney
Caroline Pegram is the Head of Tech & Innovation at SXSW Sydney, a role she has held since February 2023.2 With over two decades of experience in media production and live event production, Pegram brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her position at SXSW Sydney.2
Professional Background
Media and Event Production: Pegram has an extensive background in media production and live events. She has worked on various projects throughout her career, including:
- Co-creator and series producer of "The Big Questions" podcast with Adam Spencer2
- Series producer for the "ChangeMakers" podcast2
- Science producer for "Dr Karl's Outrageous Acts of Science"2
- Producer and manager for Karl S. Kruszelnicki Pty Ltd for 21 years, where she built and created strategy for all media around the 'Dr Karl' & Sleek Geeks brands2
Tech and Innovation: In addition to her media background, Pegram has been involved in various tech and innovation-related roles:
- Co-curator for the Australian National University School of Cybernetics2
- Visiting Fellow at UNSW, contributing to creative design software commercialization projects involving AI and machine learning2
- Innovation Strategy Advisor for Uncanny Valley - Music + Sound + Tech2
- Strategy Advisor for Melodie Music, an independent music licensing service2
Role at SXSW Sydney
As Head of Tech & Innovation at SXSW Sydney, Pegram is responsible for shaping the tech and innovation aspects of the event. She has expressed excitement about the 2024 Tech & Innovation festival, describing it as "a true cross-pollination of industries, skills and sectors".4 Under her leadership, SXSW Sydney aims to provide a comprehensive look at the technologies shaping our future, covering topics such as AI, robotics, health tech, and sustainability.1
Pegram's role involves curating conference tracks, overseeing the Tech & Innovation Expo, and managing initiatives like the SXSW Sydney Pitch competition for startups.13 Her goal is to create an environment that fosters learning, connection, and inspiration for tech enthusiasts, startups, and industry professionals.1
