Austin, TX
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor multiple events during 2026 South by Southwest (SXSW), a premier event of the film/TV, music, and tech industries.
Texas Futures Summit
Thursday, March 12, 2026
1:30 – 9:00 p.m. CDT
Austin, TX (Register for address)
Register here
Wilson Sonsini has joined Texas Futures Coalition to bring to life the Texas Futures Summit. The day will bring together the leading investors, entrepreneurs, policy-makers, corporate leaders, and solutionists building the future economy in our home state of Texas and beyond.
Attendees will enjoy expert experts, a Texas Science Fair, startup pitch showcase, networking opportunities, entertainment, art, and more. Partner Matt Lyons and associate Lucas Sheets will attend.
Space is limited. Register today.
South by Happy Hour
Thursday, March 12, 2026
5:00 – 7:30 p.m. CDT
Austin, TX
Wilson Sonsini and Banc of California will kick off SXSW 2026 with live music, libations, and networking with C-level leaders, operators, and investors. Partner Brian Dillavou will attend.
This event is by invitation only.
Industrial Tech Breakfast
Friday, March 13, 2026
9:00 – 11:00 a.m. CDT
Austin, TX
We are a proud sponsor of Industrial Tech Breakfast, co-hosted by Energize Capital and Ironspring Venture. Together with J.P. Morgan and CDW, we will welcome founders, funders, and innovators advancing modern, digital solutions for industrial resiliency and critical infrastructure. Partners Matt Lyons and Brian Dillavou will attend.
This event is by invitation only.
Impact House – SXSW Founder Salon
Friday, March 13, 2026
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. CDT
Austin, TX
We are excited to collaborate with Impact Ventures on an exclusive event designed for high-potential founders, ecosystem leaders, and capital partners. We look forward to helping foster meaningful conversations and early-stage alignment. Partner Brandon Middleton-Pratt will attend.
This event is by invitation only.
The Sports, Tech, & Venture Brunch
Saturday, March 14, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CDT
Register here
Wilson Sonsini is thrilled to continue our partnership with Plain Sight, the host of The Sports, Tech, & Venture Series. This high-impact event will bring together innovators, business leaders, venture capitalists, elite athletes, and culture-makers for intentional connections and authentic community building.
Partner Brandon Middleton-Pratt will moderate the “Pro Athletes Turned Founders & Investors” panel, featuring three former NFL players: Adrian Tracy, Rashad Jennings, and Terrence Murphy.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event. Request an invitation today.