Springboard is headed to Austin! We will be hosting a brunch event and networking event on Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm CT.
The event will include a networking reception, brunch, feature a Springboard Alumna innovating in tech and more! We’re putting a Texas twist on this brunch with a “Best Boots Contest.” Wear your best cowboy boots and enter the competition or as a host committee member, you can serve as a judge!
See y’all in Austin!
When and Where
Sunday, March 10, 2024
11:00 AM CT – 2:00 PM CT
Austin, TX, USA
Please note: This will be an in-person event.
Confirmed Speaker
Abe Minkara, Founding Partner at Legacy Knight, Springboard Enterprises Board of Directors
Abe Minkara is the Founding Partner of Legacy Knight. Prior to Legacy Knight, Abe was the Managing Director at Mark Cuban Companies. Abe managed the portfolio of investments at Mark Cuban Companies with a focus on technology, logistics, and consumer product goods (Shark Tank).
Abe is also actively engaged as an advisor and board member with a number of companies leveraging his expertise in strategy, operations, and capital allocation to help accelerate their growth. CEO Magazine has recognized Abe as one of the 500 most influential business leaders in North Texas for 2020.
Additionally, Abe is a Member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO Dallas Gold Chapter), Advisory board member at Eosera, Advisory board member at Productable, Advisory board member at Institute of Excellence in Corporate Governance (IECG), Advisor at City Rock Ventures, Mentor at Stadia Ventures, Advisory Council Member at Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT), and Advisory board member at Eisemann Edge Initiative.
Abe received his MBA from the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX.
Special Guest
Stephanie Quayle, Singer Songwriter, Author, Speaker, Founder of Big Sky Music Group
Stephanie Quayle is a Nashville recording artist who tours the world with her music and an entrepreneur with her own record label, Big Sky Music Group. Rolling Stone Country called her “an artist you need to know,” CMT named her as part of its “Next Women of Country” franchise, and she’s appeared on popular programs like The Kelly Clarkson Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. As an independent artist with two Billboard charted singles, “Selfish” and “Whatcha Drinkin ’Bout,” she has repeatedly performed at CMA Fest and the Grand Ole Opry. The Montana native has teamed up with recognizable brands like Wrangler, Harley-Davidson, Bass Pro Shops, Montana Silversmiths, as well as Lucchese Bootmaker in the creation of her exclusive boot line. Quayle’s latest album On the Edge chronicles her personal experience in a toxic relationship and the healing she’s gone through since—inspiring others and redefining her future. Stephanie is the author of the new book, Why Do We Stay? How My Toxic Relationship Can Help You Find Healing, releasing April 30, 2024. Please welcome Big Sky Music Group recording artist, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur, Stephanie Quayle.
Special Thanks to Our 2024 SXSW Host Committee
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Event Partners
Interested in partnerships or have any questions?
Email Rachel Rong, Director of Operations for Springboard Enterprises at [email protected].