Hugh Forrest no longer leading SXSW
AUSTIN (ABJ) — Hugh Forrest, the president of South by Southwest — one of Austin's most consequential events — is no longer running the organization.
'Leaving South by Southwest was definitely not my decision,' he said. 'I put my heart and soul into this event for more than 35 years, and I was looking forward to leading several more editions. To this end, I will be rooting big time for the Austin team on the go forward. The city, the country, the world needs the positive energy South by Southwest has traditionally provided and needs it now more than ever.'
Multiple sources said it was part of a broader staff reduction at SXSW but details weren't immediately available. Jody Arlington, communications director for SXSW, declined to comment.
Read the full story on the Austin Business Journal website.
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