The Future of Human Connectivity

As people and devices become linked in an increasingly digital world, connectivity is central to how we live, work, and play. Yet millions of Americans lack access to the benefits of this technology and are being left behind. On July 14, The Hill will convene leading technologists, policymakers, urban/rural planners, and social and community leaders to discuss today’s challenges while preparing for the future of an ultra-connected world.

Wednesday, July 14

1:00 PM ET/10:00 AM PT

Speakers:

• Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH), Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Communications & Technology
• Dr. Rhea Lawson, Executive Director, Houston Public Library
• Sam Liccardo, Mayor, San Jose
• John May, Chair & CEO, John Deere
• Marc Morial, President & CEO, National Urban League
• Sethuraman Panchanathan, Director, National Science Foundation
• Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Chair, Subcommittee on Communications, Media, and Broadband
• Mari Silbey, Program Director, Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research
• Geoffrey Starks, Commissioner, Federal Communications Commission

Moderator:

• Steve Clemons, Editor-at-Large, The Hill
• Julia Manchester, Politics Reporter, The Hill