The Future is Radio?

The Future is Radio?

“Radio” does not really have the same buzz quotient as many of the technologies used to amplify conferences. However, yesterday Brian Kelly drew my attention to the Pontydysgu: Bridge to Learning event, which is happening in Helskini later this week. The organisers...

What is an Event Amplifier anyway?

I have been reflecting on this issue recently as my role emerges and takes on a more coherent shape.  As a concept, the amplified conference has been around since 2007, but the role of a professional event amplifier is relatively new.  It can often be tricky trying to...
Twitter Buzzword Bingo

Twitter Buzzword Bingo

One of the key elements of amplifying an event is getting the physical audience involved with the online dimension of the event. This allows you to capture their insights and facilitate community building beyond the event itself. Some of them will be actively engaging...
A Case for a Live Blogger…

A Case for a Live Blogger…

In Choice and Trust: Amplifying an Event with Twitter I argued that it was not enough to simply promote and event hash tag and then expect the general topical tweeting to provide a clear representation of the actual content of your event to any remote participants....