(Conferences listed in order of date; some conferences have multiple dates/locations, which are all listed under that conference heading)
BLISSDOM
Blissdom Conference Information
February 4-6th, 2010
Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN
Who: Women who blog/enjoy social media, PR pros/marketers
How Much: $299 for full conference admission
Twitter: #BlissDom, #BlissdomNewbies, @Blissdom
DISNEY SOCIAL MEDIA MOMS CELEBRATION
DisneySMM Conference Information
February 10-13th, 2010
DisneyWorld in Orlando, FL
Who: Moms who blog or who are social media enthusiasts
How Much : By invitation only
Twitter: #DisneySMMoms
MOM 2.0 SUMMIT
Mom 2.0 Conference Information
February 18-20th, 2010
Houston, TX
Who: marketers, mompreneurs and social media enthusiasts
How Much : $449 for full conference admission
Twitter: #Mom2Summit
2011 Information: April 2011 in New Orleans (see 2011 section)
Interview w/conference organizer Marla Treviño
BLOGGY BOOTCAMP CONFERENCES
Bloggy Bootcamp Conference Information
1). Baltimore, MD: March 6th, 2010
2). Phoenix, AZ: May 1st, 2010
3). San Francisco, CA: August 21st, 2010 (sold out; wait list)
4). Philadelphia, PA: September 11, 2010 (sold out, wait list)
5). Austin, TX: October 23, 2010 (sold out; wait list)
6). St. George, UT: November 13th, 2010 (tickets available here) $99
Who: Newbie or experienced social media enthusiasts
How much: $89-130
Twitter: #BloggyBootCamp @BloggyBootcamp
SXSW 2010
SXSW Information
March 12-21, 2010
Austin, TX
Who: Music, film, and social media/online lovers
How Much: See website for information
Twitter: #SXSW
MOMZ SHARE
Momz Share Information
March 13th at 5pm
DC Metro Region
Who: Blogging moms who enjoy chatting, learning, and connecting
How Much: FREE
Discussion Topic: Generating buzz; Forming on & offline relationships
Twitter: #momzshare
*Momz Share is a quarterly event
FIT BLOGGIN’
Fit Bloggin’ Conference Information
March 20th, 2010
Baltimore, MD
Who: Social media users focused on fitness, healthy lifestyles, & good food
How much: $99.95 (early bird registration sold out)
Twitter: #fitbloggin
Interview w/conference coordinator Roni Noone
SOCIAL FRESH PORTLAND
Social Fresh Conference Information
March 29th, 2010
Portland, OR
Who: Social Media conference for marketers
How Much: $275 (rates increase to $315 on March 17th)
Twitter: @SoFresh
BLOGPAWS
BlogPaws Conference Information
April 9 & 10th, 2010
Columbus, OH
Who: Pet bloggers and those passionate about pets
How Much: $129
Twitter: #BlogPaws
Interview w/conference co-creator Caroline Golon
MOMSPACE MOM’S EVENT
MomSpace Event Information
April 10th, 2010 (9a-12p)
Drexelbrook, in Drexel Hill, Pa
Who: Those interested in talking about the ins/outs of being ‘mom blogger’
How Much: $25 if register before OR $35 at the door
Twitter:
SOCIAL FRESH ST. LOUIS
Social Fresh Conference Information
April 19th, 2010
St. Louis, MO
Who: Social Media conference for marketers
How Much: $235 (rates increase to $275 on March 17th)
Twitter: @SoFresh
WE BLOG CONFERENCE FOCUS GROUP
We Blog Information
May 16-18th, 2010
Gatlinburg, TN
Who: Those wanting to give input on conferences (entry deadline passed)
How Much: Lodging free; travel & Monday’s lunch are your responsibility
Twitter:
*First FULL conference: May 2011 in Gatlinburg, TN (see 2011 list)
#140 Conference
#140 Conference Information
April 20-21st, 2010 in New York City, NY
June 17th, 2010 in DC
1). September 14th, 2010 in Atlanta, GA
2). October 5-6th, 2010 in Los Angeles, CA
Who: Twitter lovers looking to connect offline
How Much: $60-140 depending on # of days, registration date
Twitter: #140conf
CAMP BLOGAWAY BOOTCAMP
Camp Blogaway Conference Information
May 14-16th, 2010
San Bernadino Mts, So. CA
Who: Bloggers who write about or enjoy food/cooking
How Much: $325 (fee includes 2 nights lodging, all meals)
Twitter: #CampBlogaway
Interview w/conference creator, Patti Londre
MOMZ SHARE
Momz Share 2nd Quarter Event Information
Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 (7:30-9:30pm)
Great Kids Village, Silver Spring, MD
Who: Bloggers looking to connect & discuss current topics
How Much: Tentatively $10
Twitter: #momzshare
*Momz Share is a quarterly event
GLEEK RETREAT
Gleek Retreat Information
May 22nd- 23rd, 2010
Into The Woods Retreat Center, Michigan
Who: Bloggers wanting a retreat with information/networking
How Much: $99-149 (registration ends 5/14).
Twitter: #GleekRetreat10
CASUAL BLOGGERS CONFERENCE
Casual Bloggers Conference Information
May 28th, 2010
Sandy, UT
Who: Those who blog casually, but value the chance to connect/learn
How Much: $149 (early bird/save $26!). Rates increase March 1st
Twitter: #CBC10
MASHABLE MEDIA SUMMIT 2010
Mashable Media Summit 2010 Information
June 8th, 2010
NYC, NY
Who: Those wanting to hear about the newest in social media from leaders
How Much: $499 (includes breakfast/lunch/snacks & wine/cheese)
Twitter:
EVO
Evo Conference Information
June 24-26th, 2010
Park City, UT
Who: Women looking to grow their blogs, brands, & social media presence
How Much: $249 (early bird/save $100!). Rates increase April 1st.
Twitter: #evo10
Interview w/co-creator Jyl Johnson Pattee
SAVVY BLOGGING SUMMIT
Savvy Blogging Summit Information
July 8-11th, 2010
Breckenridge, CO
Who: Those looking for practical skills to create blog brand/business
How Much: $5 application fee/application due by April 1st./$250
Twitter: #sbsummit or #savvyblogging
UPSTATE NY BLOGGER CONFERENCE
July 9-11th, 2010
Who: Mom/dad bloggers who want to network, connect, & talk blogging
How Much: TBD (details coming soon)
Twitter:
SHE SPEAKS
She Speaks Conference Information
July 30-August 1st, 2010
Concord, NC
Who: Those who love Jesus, writing, and connecting with others
How Much: $445 (without hotel included)
Twitter:
BLOGHER 2010
Blogher Conference Information – (sold out; waitlist)
August 5-7th, 2010
New York City, NY
Who: Bloggers, social media enthusiasts, and businesses
How Much: $198 (early bird). Rates increase March 1st
Twitter: #BlogHer #BlofHer10
SOCIAL FRESH CHARLOTTE
Social Fresh Charlotte Information
August 16h, 2010
Charlotte, NC
Who: Those interested in bringing social media insights to marketers
How Much: $397
Twitter: @sofresh
BLOG INDIANA CONFERENCE
Blog Indiana Conference Information
August 20-21st, 2010
Indianapolis, IN
Who: Midwesterners (or anyone!) who loves blogging/social media
How Much: Sold out; wait list
Twitter: #BIN2010
BARKWORLD EXPO
Barkworld Expo Information
August 20-22nd, 2010
Atlanta, GA
Who: Those who love pets & social media
How Much: $129 for 3-day pass or buy a la carte
Twitter: #Barkworld
INTERNATIONAL FOOD BLOGGER CONFERENCE
International Food Blogger Conference Information
August 27-29th, 2010
Seattle, WA
Who: Those who love food, writing, & technology
How Much: Sold out; waiting list ($350)
Twitter: @IFBC
BLOGPAWS 2010 WEST
Blogpaws West Information
September 9-11th, 2010
Denver, CO
Who: Pet bloggers and those passionate about pets
How Much: Early bird rate of $129 by 8/15; $149 thereafter
Twitter: #BlogPaws
Interview w/conference co-creator Caroline Golon
MINNESOTA BLOGGER CONFERENCE
MN Blogger Conference Information
September 11th, 2010
Coco Space in St. Paul, MN
Who: Those in MN or midwest that love social media & blogging!
How Much: Sold out; Waitlist here
Twitter: #MNBlogConf, @MarketingMamaMN
MODERN MEDIA MAN SUMMIT
Modern Media Man Summit Information
September 9-11th, 2010
Atlanta, GA
Who: Those discussing how the role of Modern Media Man is changing
How Much: $225
Twitter: #M3Summit or #M310
TRAVEL BLOGGERS SHOW
Travel Bloggers Show Information
September 11-12th, 2010
Orlando, FL
Who: Those who enjoy meshing traveling and blogging
How Much: $35 until 8/1; $49 thereafter
Twitter: @trvlbloggershow
SOBCON COLORADO
SOBCon Colorado Information
September 17-18th, 2010
Broomfield, CO
Who: “Strategy & Focus” for integrating online and offline social marketing
How Much: Early Bird Price: $299 before 8/17; $349 thereafter
Twitter: @SOBCon
LATINO 2.0
Latino 2.0 Information
September 18th, 2010
Los Angeles, CA
Who: Those wanting to celebrate all things Latino & social engagement
How Much: $300
Twitter: @Latino2Conf
TYPE-A MOM
Type-A Mom Conference Information
Type-A Mom Conference Tickets- (Tickets on Sale)
September 24-26th
Asheville, NC
Who: Those interested in taking blogging/social media to the next level
How Much: $199 (early bird rate saves $50!) through 7/23
Twitter: #TypeAMom, @TypeAMom
MOMZ SHARE EVENT
Momz Share Information
Register here
October 2nd, 2010
DC Metro Region
Who: Blogging moms who enjoy chatting, learning, and connecting
How Much: FREE
Discussion Topic: Generating buzz; Forming on & offline relationships
Twitter: #momzshare
*Momz Share is a quarterly event
PODCAMP PHILLY 2010
Podcamp Philly Information
October 2-3rd, 2010
Philadelphia, PA
Who: Those into podcasting, blogging, and social media
How Much: $20
Twitter: #PCPhilly2010
SOCIAL MEDIA CAMP
Social Media Camp Information
October 3rd, 2010
Victoria, BC (Canada)
Who: Lovers of social media; there’s something for everyone
How Much: $125 plus HST
Twitter: #smcv0
BLOGALICIOUS
Blogalicious Conference Information - (tickets available)
October 8-10th, 2010
Miami, FL
Who: Those who celebrate diversity in the blogosphere
How Much: $200 (early bird/save $65!). Rates increase July 7th!
Twitter: #Blogalicious10
BLOGWORLD EXPO
BlogWorld Expo Information
BlogWorld Expo Tickets (Affiliate)
October 15-17th, 2010
Las Vegas, NV
Who: Those interested in blogging, vlogging, & other new media formats
How Much: $75-1195 (see website for details); use “Tweet20″ for 20% off
Twitter: #bwe10
Interview w/conference co-coordinator Rick Calvert
CREATIVE ALLIANCE 2010
Creative Alliance Information
October 15-17th, 2010
Ojai, CA
Who: Creative women online looking to create alliances
How Much: $200 (sold out)
Twitter: #CA10
RELEVANT
Relevant Conference Information
October 21-24th, 2010
Harrisburg, PA
Who: Christian Women Bloggers & Social Media Enthusiasts
How Much: $259
Twitter: #Relevant
“SHOW ME THE BLOG” CONFERENCE
Show Me The Blog Information
October 23rd, 2010
St. Louis, MO
Who: Those who love to mix fun, learning, social media & blogging!
How Much: Early Bird rate $40 ends 9/1!
Twitter: #SMBSTL, @ShowMeBlogSTL
Read the interview w/conference coordinator Danyelle Little here
BLISSDOM CANADA
Blissdom Canada Information
October 27-29th, 2010
Delta Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, Canada
Who: Those who love blogging, social media, & fun!
How Much: Sold out; waitlist
Twitter: #BlissdomCanada, @BlissdomCanada
GEEKEND 2010
Geekend Information & Tickets
November 4-6th, 2010
Savannah, GA
Who: Those calling themselves “geeks” & love social media!
How Much: Early bird rate $95 by 9/15…$165 full price
Twitter: @geekend2010
I_BLOG
I_Blog Conference Information
I_Blog Tickets
November 5-7th, 2010
Hotel Pattee in Perry, Iowa
Who: Those who love to blog!
How Much: $199 or a la carte
Twitter: #iblogconf
INTERNATIONAL BEER BLOGGERS’/ ONLINE MEDIA CONF
Beer Bloggers’ Conference Information
November 5-7th, 2010
Boulder, CO
Who: Those interested in talking with others who love beer & blogging
How Much: $95-295 depending on affiliations
Twitter: #beerbloggers, #BBC10
Social Media University
Social Media University Information
November 10-13th, 2010
Orlando, FL
Who: Those wanting to learn a social media crash course from pros
How Much:Before 8/20: $295 members, $350 non-members; 8/20-10/1: $395 m, $450 nm; 10/1 & after: $595 m & $695 m
Twitter: #smu2010, @socialmediaclub
SOCIAL MEDIA PROM
Social Media Prom Information
November 11th, 2010 at 6pm
San Francisco, CA
Who: Those who never made it to their prom or who like a prom for geeks!
How Much: $15 per person; $20 per couple…tickets here
Twitter: @eventsfornerds, @funnyordie
LADY BLOGGER SOCIAL
Lady Blogger Social Information
November 13th, 2010
Las Vegas, Nevada
Who: Members of the Lady Bloggers Society
How Much: $147
Twitter:
LAVISH UNCONFERENCE
Lavish Information
December 10-11, 2010
Atlanta, GA
Who: Lifestyle social media enthusiasts
How Much: Registration opens soon
Twitter: @lavishXperience, #lavishconf
Read Lavish’s Conference Coordinator Interview here
WORD CAMP CONFERENCES
WordCamp Conference Information
Various Dates & Locations:
Savannah 8/20-22, Utah 8/28, Montreal 8/28-29, Los Angeles 9/11, Mid-Atlantic 9/11, Birmingham 9/18-19, Portland 9/18-19, Kelowna 9/25
Who: WordPress users or those who want to learn more about it
How Much: Varies (approximately $30-60)
Twitter: (depends on specific location)
2011 Blog Conferences
(click link above to see 2011 list)
Let me know if you want your conference or seminar listed!
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