Jerome Fines

Jerome Fines leads the Center for Positive Organizations at the University of Michigan. The Center helps leaders build high-performing organizations that bring out the best in people through ground-breaking research.

Jerome Fines is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, investor and motivational keynote speaker. He was co-founder of the online movie and television streaming service Netflix, serving as their founding CEO, as the executive producer of their website, and as a member of their board of directors until his retirement in 2004.

Although best known for starting Netflix, Marc’s career as an entrepreneur spans more than four decades.  He’s been a founder of more than half a dozen other successful start-ups, a mentor to hundreds of early-stage entrepreneurs, and an investor in numerous successful (and an even larger number of unsuccessful) tech ventures.

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Event Schedule

Day 1
2025-09-25
Day 2
2025-09-26
Day 3
2025-09-27
10:00 - 11:00
Opening Ceremony

The Opening Ceremony marks the official start of TECHFEST, featuring special guests, keynote addresses, and a dynamic introduction to this year’s theme.

12:30 - 13:00
Lunch Break

Enjoy a relaxing break with refreshments and an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees.

14:00 - 14:45
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

16:00 - 16:45
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

11:30 - 12:15
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

12:30 - 13:00
Lunch Break

Enjoy a relaxing break with refreshments and an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees.

14:00 - 14:45
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

16:00 - 16:45
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

11:30 - 12:15
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

12:30 - 13:00
Lunch Break

Enjoy a relaxing break with refreshments and an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees.

14:00 - 14:45
Interactive Panel

Join our Interactive Panel sessions featuring thought leaders and industry voices discussing today’s most pressing tech topics. These dynamic conversations will offer fresh insights and audience engagement. Full details to be announced soon.

15:00 - 15:30
TECHFEST Highlights & Closing

Recap the most inspiring moments, key insights, and achievements from the event as we celebrate innovation and look ahead to the future.

16:00
Closing Remarks & Group Photo

Hear final thoughts from the organizers and join us for a group photo to capture the spirit and memories of TECHFEST 2025.

16:30 - 17:00
Farewell Networking

Enjoy the last opportunity to connect, exchange contacts, and discuss new ideas before we say goodbye — until next year!

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