10 Years, 10 Speakers. PINC Experience Returns with Oscar-Inspiring Stories, Climate Experts, and Global Changemakers
The PINC Experience is returning to the Sarasota Opera House on Thursday, December 5, marking its 10th anniversary with a day dedicated to inspiration and innovation. This milestone event brings 10 global thinkers, artists, and advocates to Sarasota, each poised to immerse attendees in innovation and creativity. Early Bird tickets are now on sale for the sellout event and can be purchased at PINCexperience.com.
“For a decade, PINC has been Sarasota's catalyst for remarkable stories and world-changing ideas. Now, more than ever, we embrace the power of coming together, sharing ideas, and inspiring each other to rebuild and heal,” says Anand Pallegar, founder of DreamLarge. “This year’s event is designed to inspire, shift our mindsets, and recognize the seismic shifts we’ve all encountered.”
From reuniting families across continents to giving voice to the voiceless, unraveling nature's mysteries to preparing for its forces, PINC speakers embody the power of human ingenuity and compassion. The first four speakers announced are:
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Saroo Brierley
International bestselling author of A Long Way Home, Brierley’s remarkable story of being separated from his family in India at age five, and his 25-year journey to reunite with his birth mother using Google Earth, became the inspiration for the Oscar-nominated film Lion.
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Phil Klotzbach
Renowned meteorologist and climate scientist, Klotzbach leads the Tropical Meteorology Project at Colorado State University. His highly regarded hurricane forecasts are widely cited by major outlets like CNN and National Geographic, shaping public understanding of tropical storms and climate change.
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Sonita Alizadeh
Afghan rapper and activist whose powerful music challenges child marriage and advocates for women’s rights. Her viral song “Brides for Sale” brought global attention to her fight against forced marriages, sparking widespread conversations on gender equality.
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Laura Krantz
Acclaimed journalist and creator of Wild Thing, a top 50 podcast blending science, culture, and curiosity. Wild Thing has been featured in Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and Smithsonian Magazine for its compelling storytelling on topics like Bigfoot and space exploration.
Dubbed "a bubble bath for your brain," and the “most creative day in Sarasota,” the gathering has brought hundreds of global changemakers to Sarasota, including names like Temple Grandin, Stefan Sagmeister, and Michael Bonner, sparking countless conversations and collaborations.
As Sarasota rebuilds, PINC remains committed to its mission of bringing people together. Early bird tickets for PINC and the PINC Dinner are on sale now at a significantly reduced price of $199.
For those seeking a more intimate experience, the PINC Ideas Dinner on December 6 offers a unique opportunity to “dine with a speaker” and engage in deeper conversations with leading thought leaders.
PINC is made possible thanks to our partners and sponsors, including presenting sponsor Ringling College of Art & Design, the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Gulfside Bank, Michael Saunders & Company, Sarasota Magazine, Sarasota Modern and others.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.PINCexperience.com.
About PINC
PINC is People, Ideas, Nature, and Community. PINC is an inspiring cascade of new ideas, great stories, and impressive visual presentations that culminate in a day-long experience delivered by a superb selection of international speakers from every imaginable discipline. The PINC Experience aims to bring together thought leaders, innovators, creative thinkers, entrepreneurs, specialists, designers, artists, scientists, and people looking to stimulate their minds, heart, and brain.
The PINC Experience is on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 8 am to 6 pm. The all-day event includes 10 international speakers, artistic intermezzos, and exceptional food.
About DreamLarge
DreamLarge is the first registered Benefit Corporation on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Located in the historic Rosemary District in Sarasota, Florida, DreamLarge is a community catalyst that exemplifies how businesses can embody service, responsibility, and kindness.
DreamLarge's activities span a wide range of community-focused initiatives, from environmental sustainability projects and educational programs to support for local arts and entrepreneurship. By leveraging our business acumen and creative energy, and engaging in innovative projects and partnerships, DreamLarge not only contributes to the well-being of our community and sets a precedent for how businesses can be a force for good.
Through its work, DreamLarge invites everyone to dream large and act locally, proving that together, we can make a difference in the communities we call home. Why? At the heart of our being, we truly believe in one thing: Wherever we are, whatever we do, we have a duty to serve our community. For more information, visit www.DreamLarge.org.