Madison Tech & Society Meetup

press release: Join the Madison Tech & Society for its first meetup, hosted at Edgewood College! You'll learn about what we're all about and engage in a lively discussion about technology's impact on our lives and if we are in fact, addicted. There is no denying that we are connected. According to a Nielson study, Americans spend more than 10 hours a day looking at screens. This group will ask important questions like how do we “unplug” within a society that encourages hyper connectivity and a mindset that seeks constant stimulus? How did we get here, and where is the healthy balance?

at Edgewood College, 1000 Edgewood College Drive. We'll be in Predolin 122 . Special Note on Parking: Parking is free at Edgewood but you will need to check in, with your license plate number at the front desk in Predolin. Here is more information about parking on campus and a campus map.

Bios of Organizers:

Ali Maresh is an adjunct faculty member at Madison College’s Journalism department and public speaker on the topic of moderate technology use and the importance of limiting digital distractions. Ali has worked with the nation’s first Internet addiction center, reSTART Center for Technology Sustainability, and has been a communications manager and international student advisor at Georgetown University.

Born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, Nick Lombardino has spent his professional career helping young organizations become more efficient, accountable and scalable. Nick is a part of the leadership team at Farwell (www.gofarwell.com), a Madison-based advisory firm that helps corporations successfully plan and implement strategic change. In 2016, Nick co-founded Atlas Providers (www.atlasproviders.com), a free platform that helps connect emerging companies with local, specialized startup service providers. Most recently, Nick helped co-found CultureCon (www.cultureconusa.org), a largescale culture-centric conference hosted in Madison. Outside of work (or during work), Nick is passionate about cribbage, soul music, breakfast buffets…and just about anything you’d find in a Senior Living Community.