Community panel talk video

Speakers: Cherie Werner, Laura Santamaria, Cyndi Schultz, Emily Gupton and Kasey Randall

Civo Navigate Austin 2025 featured a panel discussion on the art of building and sustaining thriving tech communities, with industry experts Cherie Werner (FIESTA), Kasey Randall (Good Code), Cyndi Schultz (Capital Factory), Laura Santamaria (Red Hat), and Emily Gupton (SKG Texas) sharing their experiences and insights on creating inclusive and supportive environments that foster innovation and growth.

The panelists explored the challenges and opportunities of building strong, diverse, and connected communities, highlighting the importance of community building in driving the tech industry forward and sharing their perspectives on what it takes to create a vibrant and thriving tech ecosystem.