I wrote my first book when I was 18. The publisher in China picked it up and somehow it became a hit. The sudden fame was quite over overwhelming as were the book royalties that I was getting paid.And then at a book signing, I was just sitting at a desk scribbling my name on book after book, thanking everyone who had kindly waited in line. And a guy came up. He was wearing those orange socks so bright that they could blind you.And he very cheerfully took out a book for me to sign. Except it wasn't my book. ...

Every great achievement in history started as a dream. the phone in your pocket, the car that you drive, and all the businesses we admire. It all started as someone imagination.But here's the thing. Not everyone gets the chance to turn their dream into reality. How many of you here has a childhood dream that you never pursue.Really. Okay. All right.Maybe life gets in the way. Maybe someone tell you isn't practical. Or somewhere along the line you stop believing it is possible.I know that feelings. I had a d ...

Have you felt that the most challenging or creative part of your job or schoolwork is figuring out how to respond to an email or writing a last minute assignment that sounds original? Are we all just turning to chat GPT? Now, we'll get back to that in a second. See, I've spent years in the tech industry doing different roles and different environments, but I've seen the same thing everywhere. creativity getting slowly waterboarded by processes, mandatory tools, quarterly goals. I mean, imagine this. It's ye ...

[Music] All right, with that, let's give a warm welcome to our first speaker, Adam Bennar, the co-founder of new, a company that connects students with real world challenges while helping decision makers tap into fresh young talent. Tonight, he's here to inspire us all, to challenge boundaries, embrace creativity, and see life as a sandbox for exploration. Please join me in welcoming Adam Bedar.Hey everyone, thank you for having me. I want to tell you my personal story of why I think the world is supposed t ...

[Music] I'm excited to introduce our next speaker. Hi Savager is a passionate educator performer and advocate for the arts. She holds a bachelor's degree in theater arts with a double emphasis in acting and costumeism as well as a minor in psychology so she can put on a show and analyze the wine art. The career has been driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of creative expression. Tonight she will take us on a journey through the importance of arts through history and life itself. Please welco ...

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Core Insights - Comcast is celebrating the intersection of art and technology by showcasing sculptures that represent mobile solutions for small businesses [1][2] - The sculptures are displayed in four high-traffic locations in Miami and will remain until the end of June [2] - A sweepstakes is being held for local businesses, offering a chance to win a $15,000 grand prize [7] Company Initiatives - Comcast Business aims to support the business community in Miami-Dade County, regardless of size, by providing technology solutions [8][9] - The company has partnered with local artists to create visually impactful sculptures that highlight the importance of connectivity and creativity [2][8] Artist Contributions - The featured artists include Abstrk, Atomik, Brian Butler, and Jose Mertz, each bringing unique styles and perspectives to the project [3][4][5][6] - Their works reflect Miami's vibrant culture and aim to illuminate the often-hidden contributions of local artists [6][7] Community Engagement - The initiative encourages community interaction with the art pieces and promotes local business participation through the sweepstakes [2][7] - Comcast Business is committed to fostering innovation and expression within the Miami community [9]