Supernova in the Philly Inquirer
The Philadelphia Inquirer ran an article earlier this week about the upcoming Supernova Forum 2010. It focused on how companies that are competitors in the marketplace and public policy debates are willing to share the stage and sponsor list at Supernova. This is something we’ve always been proud of. Supernova is a thought leadership forum. Being affiliated with a university reinforces the fact that even though we tackle major controversies, our goal is to generate insights rather than advocacy. Supernova is a place where those with different perspectives can come together to find common ground.
This is not just true for policy battles. Supernova has always drawn a mixture of entrepreneurs, executives, technologists, investors, law firm partners, bloggers, academics, government officials, researchers, and corporate strategists, among others. The ability to interact with influencers from other industries and professional environments is what often sparks new connections and ideas. One of the lessons of network science research such as Mark Granovetter’s “strength of weak ties” or Ron Burt’s “structural holes” is that occasional contacts across different communities are often the most productive and influential. Supernova is built to create those pathways.
I’ve got to tell you, I’m very excited about this conference. I’ve been a blogger for years but have only recently redirected my efforts towards a theme for my blog that aligns perfectly with the goals of your organization. I’m signing up tomorrow!