Rohit Bhargava Book Signing

Event ID: PP1150729

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | 8:45 PM - 9:05 PM

Venue: Level 6 Foyer (Hilton Austin Downtown)

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Summary

Rohit will be signing copies of “Non-Obvious Thinking & Future Normal” at the SXSW Bookstore.

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