by Brian Solis on March 13, 2009
by Brian Solis
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
The TechSet Joins the Rat Pack, for One Night Only
The TechSet and Windows Mobile invite you to a very special, free event at the classic Belmont Lounge on Friday, March 13, 2008 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Come enjoy the unique and stylish period-specific décor that conjures scenes from Las Vegas and Palm Springs during the Sinatra era. You’ll be surrounded by incredible and pioneering entrepreneurs and influencers as we create our own Rat Pack rich with relationships that will propel us long after the curtain closes on SXSWi 09.
Style. Swagger. Distinction.
Do it your way, this is your time to shine baby!
RSVP HERE
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by Brian Solis on March 3, 2009
by Brian Solis
Chris Shipley kicked things off at DEMO09 with a humbling, yet inspiring introduction that embraced the state of the economy, “This show is smaller with 39 companies instead of the usual 70-plus we typically showcase. The economy has had its effects.”
However, she noted that things always have a way of resetting so that they can flourish and prosper in a more meaningful way.
Ctrl-Alt-Del
This DEMO is much more intimate and productive. I’ve been able to meet every company, see demos and sit down and host deep, wonderful conversations with incredible people, which just isn’t typically possible at most events. I’m enjoying this experience tremendously.
Now, with that…this is the first DEMO that witnessed the changing of the guard for the first time in 13 years. Chris Shipley introduced Matt Marshall of VentureBeat to the DEMO audience and he was warmly welcomed. We’ll miss Chris indeed. Under Matt’s reign, we anticipate greatness.
I’ll let the pictures tell the rest of the story…
Chris Shipley passes the torch to Matt Marshall
Rafe Needleman, CNET
Home-Account
Don Dodge
CC:Betty
Citrix Online
Walt Mossberg
Loyal2Me
Skout
Matt Marshall, Eric Tilenius, Bryce Roberts, David Hornick, Christine Herron
Christine Herron
David Hornick
Matt Marshall
Touch Book
Avaak Vue
Mirasol
DEMO Jam Party
Shuly Ghalili and Deb Schultz
Ravit Lichtenberg and Eliane Fiolet
Palm Desert
For more pictures from DEMO, please my albums on Flickr:
Opening Reception
Day One Morning
Day One Afternoon
DEMO Jam
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by Brian Solis on March 2, 2009
by Brian Solis
I’m in Palm Desert attending DEMO09 and much to the disbelief of tech economists, the vibe and outlook is positive here. The companies are strong, the entrepreneurs are motivated, investors are evaluating options, and media, analysts, and bloggers are enjoying the more intimate atmosphere and actively meeting and covering presenting companies.
I’ll let the pictures tell the rest of the story…
Steve Larsen
Sobees
Matt Marshall and Don Dodge
David Needle
Graeme Thickins
Microsoft BizSpark
Eliane Fiolet Don Clark
Sarah Perez
Hashtag
Lisa Peterson
David Mason and Kevin Mobley
For more pictures from DEMO, please my albums on Flickr:
Opening Reception
Day One Morning
Day One Afternoon
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by Brian Solis on February 25, 2009
by Brian Solis
Explore the future of the Web with fellow developers and designers at MIX09, March 18 – 20, 2009 at The Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.
There are two ways to go:
One, click here to save $300 if you register by 2/27.
The second, you could win a COMPLIMENTARY pass by sending a tweet to @briansolis right now that explains in 140 characters what you hope to accomplish or learn at #Mix09 – make sure to include the hashtag. Update: All passes have been awarded. If you are a notified winner, you must register for the event by Monday.
Now in its fourth year, MIX is a unique technology conference that connects Web professionals with industry leaders to explore the future of the Web together. If you’re a designer or developer who builds on the Web, MIX09 is the place to learn about products and technologies that help you plan for the future while addressing today’s economic challenges.
* Bill Buxton and Scott Guthrie are keynoting. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from these industry luminaries on their vision for the standards-based web, next generation media, rich internet applications and the collaboration between designers and developers.
* Get real answers from the experts. MIX speakers come with top consumer website and top web agency credentials. They represent a variety of disciplines including web design, web development, marketing and business management.
* Tap into the trends and innovations of the next web. Not only will you learn about the future of technologies like Silverlight™, Internet Explorer®, Expression®, ASP.NET, Windows® 7, and Windows® Azure, you’ll also get a deep dive on topics like design, user experience, web standards, data visualization, workflow, product integration and cross-platform interoperability.
* Network with others from the web community. You’ll network with attendees from recognized companies like frog design, Yahoo!, MySpace, Baidu, ESPN.com, Adobe, Digg, Facebook, schematic, Netflix, Fidelity, NASA, Amazon.com, and many, many more. MIX is a perfect opportunity to share best practices with the people that understand your business challenges first hand.
* Be inspired. Broaden your horizons beyond the day-to-day operational concerns and consider the larger questions that drive your business: technology, architecture, workflow and scale.
For those of you going to #SXSW, make sure to RSVP for the Microsoft Windows Mobile and @Techset party and Blog Lounge.
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