Roundup of L.A. tech events in the next two weeks.
Nov. 30
Event: The Future of Work and the Rise of Hybrid Jobs
Description: Hybrid jobs are among the fastest growing and best careers in today’s job market, according to a Burning Glass Technologies and General Assembly study. A panel of speakers at this event will discuss how that trend impacts job seekers and the economy.
6:30 p.m.
Sponsor: General Assembly
Location: 1520 Second Street, Santa Monica
Free
Dec. 1
Event: Bitcoin and the Blockchain for the Entertainment Industry
Description: This event will discuss use of bitcoin as a payment means for digital media.
7 p.m.
Sponsor: WeWork Hollywood, 7083 Hollywood Blvd.
Location: WeWork Hollywood
Free
Dec. 2
Event: User Experience Holiday Party & Panel Discussion
Description: A panel of user experience experts will give us their thoughts on the results of an annual user experience industry survey, including a discussion of trends, skills development and career paths.
6:30 p.m.
Sponsor: Vitamin T
Location: Blankspaces, 5405 Wilshire Blvd.
Free
Dec. 5 – Dec. 6
Event: Fashion Tech Hackathon
Description: Participants will compete to create fashionable wearable prototypes.
1 p.m.
Sponsor: GRID110
Location: 550 S. Flower St.
$20
Dec. 8
Event: Headspace Chief Executive Sean Brecker Shares Growth Strategies in Mobile
Description: Brecker will lead a discussion about growing a tech company while supporting the mental health of your employees.
6:30 p.m.
Sponsor: Real Office Centers
Location: ROC, 604 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica
Free
Dec. 9 – Dec. 10
Event: The Future of the Local Digital Media
Description: A conference featuring discussions around key trends driving local media and marketing.
All day
Sponsor: BIA/Kelsey
Location: Loews Hollywood Hotel, 1755 N. Highland Ave.
$1,695
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