With her finger on the pulse of technology, Segall knows what's hot now and what trends companies should be looking for in the near future. She will offer the SSOW audience a unique behind-the- scenes view into the world of technology that few people get to witness. With anecdotes from her interviews with top tech CEOs, Segall shows business leaders and audiences what it takes to start a successful tech startup and what makes a successful entrepreneur. She will also discuss the digital age of journalism and how she has used technology to investigate stories. In March of 2022, Segall debuts her book Special Characters , which chronicles the ups & downs of her personal life coinciding with her professional life and featuring behind-the-scenes stories of the tech world, including interviews with Jack Dorsey, Mark Zuckerberg, Kevin Systrom, etc. Former technology correspondent for CNNMoney, Laurie Segall’s keen understanding of innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship is illuminating. She specialized in news from Silicon Valley, emerging technology companies, and venture capital. Her work has appeared across all CNN platforms.