Would love to get to know YOU! Of course you’re welcome to comment on posts as you see fit, but I’m curious to know who you are, what you do, and what you find interesting (or not) on this blog.
What’s your job function? Where do you live? What ‘juices’ your daily life? What do you want to see more or less of on this blog?
If you have a blog, Twitter or Facebook page, feel free to drop your link in as well! You can find me on Twitter and also on Facebook.
I lifted this idea for an About You page from Valeria Maltoni, the Conversation Agent, whose blog is one of my favorites. She emphasizes the networking potential (and reality) of commenting on blogs and connecting with people on many different platforms.
Please leave a comment below and tell us who you are, what you do, links back to your sites…whatever works for you!
Damian ,
Ok – here’s the first, I have a unique and easy exhibition design tool at
babycad.com
I read this blog to keep a finger on the pulse of the events and exhibitions industry. I need to provide the best possible tools for our clients, and so understanding the changing requirements industry is critical.
I’d like to see some more facts and figures to show the state on the industry, and would love to read your opinion on what you think the future holds.
Damian
Mike O'Neil ,
I’m The LinkedIn Rockstar – 30,000 connections, 1,000 concerts and Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp graduate (sang 3 songs on stage at The Fillmore in SF). It isn’t just LinkedIn and I don’t keep it all to myself. I’m perhaps the top LinkedIn trainer in the world, a Social Media expert in many ways and a lot of fun to hang with (so they say).
My partner Lori Ruff is the better half here. We speak and train together and we co-wrote a popular LinkedIn book entitled “Rock The World with your Online Presence”, available on Amazon.com.
See all my links at http://MikeIsOnline.com
Ken Newman ,
OK, Tim … since you were kind enough to ask …
My San Francisco-based company, Magnet Productions, has been producing live trade show presentations since 1985. Our approach is to use humor to help our clients communicate their message and keep their booths packed with people. If our client wants a presenter to simply tell their story in a straightforward way, we do that. If a client wants our presenter to tell their story while riding a six-foot unicycle and escaping from a straitjacket … well, we do that, too.
Our trade show business has been outstanding over the last couple of years in spite of a less than stellar economic climate. We honestly believe that this is in large part due to our social media efforts, as well as an emphasis on SEO. We have also gotten a lot of traction from our weekly blog: http://magnetproductions.com/blog
When I’m not producing trade shows or working as a corporate emcee, I work as an actor in film and television. I just finished shooting an independent feature, “Nominated”: http://nominatedthemovie.com which, if the stars continue lining up the way they have been, will be at The Sundance Film Festival this coming January.
Am currently fronting a rock and roll band here in San Francisco (Last Bastion) and having the time of my life. Had been away from the music scene for way too long and am very happy to be back in the mix with a great bunch of musicians. (Some things ARE a lot more fun when you’re older.) Our Fanpage: http://facebook.com/LastBastion.Rock
Finally, not only has Social Media helped our company immeasurably over the last few years, but it also (via Twitter) led me to a wonderful business associate, and good friend, Tim Patterson.
Barbara Palmer ,
I’m a senior editor at Convene magazine, published by the Professional Convention Management Association. You can read it online at http://convenemag.org, or read a less-pretty version on the Convene link at http;//www.pcma.org. Convene’s audience is meeting planners, a majority in senior positions, and we cover a wide range of meetings- and events-industry-related topics. Very happy to have come across your blog, filled with great ideas and resources. I will be a regular.
Also about me: I am very enthusiastic resident of Brooklyn, love live music, have a family I am crazy about, and visit a bookstore or library at least three times a week.
Karen Silvers ,
Hi Tim, what a great idea! It’s so great to see what kind of people are following your blog.
I am THEE Promo Marketing Expert. I create all sorts of branded merchandise programs from trade show giveaways, signage, and employee apparel, to pre and post show mailings. I can put your company logo on anything…or anyone…and I keep it interesting.
I’m known for having the hottest and most unique items in the industry through my blog “Oh, Are You Marketing? I Haven’t Noticed!” http://promomarketingexpert.com/Blog/
You’ll never look at a promo pen or boring ceramic mug the same way again…try me.
Your blog is my favorite source of education and tips in the industry. Your writing brings out your personality and your expertise and I really enjoy the links you share as well. I’d love to see more case studies of clients you’ve worked with. I’m intrigued to see your creations after the fact.
Cheers and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
-Karen Silvers