ActiveRain RainCamp - Our New Training Program - Starts In Seattle and you're Invited!
This has to be one of the most exciting announcements I've ever had the privilege to post on AR. I remember signing up that "rainy" day back in February of 2007. My first question was, "Where Do I find the Owners Manual for this place?" My next thought was, "How do I get the most out of Social Networking and Blogging here? Does this stuff really work?" OMG! My Journey began that day, and would turn out to be way more than I ever anticipated or expected. We have all watched the AR community grow in more ways than just our membership and business growth, we have seen it change peoples lives and impact the Real Estate Industry.
It's time to take the Network and Community on the Road. We are going to "Rain" in cities all over the Country. It's New, it's Exciting, it's Awesome, and it's called RainCamp. The first one will start in our Corporate backyard, the beautiful City of Seattle. This is a huge turning point for ActiveRain, and also for our members and those who attend.
RainCamp.com - "Because the way we do business has changed!"
Who: Join Seattle's most forward thinking real estate professionals to master the nuances of modern real estate marketing.
What: Six hours of cutting edge real estate technology and social media training.
When: October 7th, 2009 (Registration is @8:00am)
Where: Bell Harbor Conference Center in Seattle, WA
Why: Learn how to use the latest innovations to exploit this ever changing environment, and redefine your position as an industry expert and leader. Because you are a pioneer and because you refuse to be left behind.
What Do You Get?
The Venue: This is a High-end, High-Tech facility with stadium seating and comfy Aeron Chairs with plenty of elbow room. All the comforts you'd expect at the Taj Mahal. The setting is a top-notch environment where you can relax, learn and enjoy the day and program we have planned for you.
- A single-track conference with quality content
- Wi-Fi, professionally managed (Bring your laptop.)
- Business networking opportunities
- Conversations and experiences of a lifetime!
How is RainCamp different from other Conferences?
- Assess how you stack up in the modern market.
- Listen to people that are practicing what they preach, and having outstanding success doing it.
- Learn the methodology of a newer agent who has leveraged the Internet to become a 'Mega Producer'.
- Walk away with executables you can put into action immediately.
- Hard core real estate technology education. This is not a fluff event!!
The "RainCamp" Schedule
Modern Day Real Estate Marketing (9:00a - 9:30a)
Find out where you rank before we kick off the day. How does your social profile rate against your neighbor? How can you expand that presence and create connections that are meaningful in a professional manner? Understanding where we are is the only way to figure out where we need to go.
Meet the Speaker: Bob Stewart
Search Engine Marketing (9:30a - 10:30a)
Advertising is undergoing a radical transformation. As advertising dollars make an exodus from print to online marketing, do you know how to position your advertising budget to get the most impact out of each dollar? As most of your potential clients go online to make purchase decisions, knowing how to target them in the places they reside will be instrumental in ensuring they do business with you.
Meet the Speaker: Ben Kinney
Break (10:15a - 10:30a)
Converting Leads Into Closings (10:30a - 11:30a)
It's one thing to learn how to drive traffic to your site, it's entirely different to actually convert that traffic into a commission. Learn the regiment required to get industry leading conversions with the prospects on your website. There is no reason the leads on your site should be treated like the rest of the industry treats theirs. Resolve to do something different.
Meet the Speaker: Ben Kinney & Bob Stewart
Lunch (11:30a - 12:30p)
Real World Social Media Success Stories - PANEL (12:30p - 1:15p)
Listen to real agents on the street who are using Social media to enhance their business. Let them tell you how they did it. Not every story is the same but the critical component is this: They took the leap and the rewards are well worth the effort.
Panel Moderator: Brad Andersohn
30 Technologies You Don't Know But Should (1:15p - 1:30p)
Does this really need an explanation? Yes it does, so you'll need to come and hear it.
Meet the Speaker: Ben Kinney
Becoming the Online Mayor of Your Community (1:30p - 2:00p)
The end game of all real estate social media strategies. Learn how to put yourself at the online center of your real community. This is market area "farming" and done by the cutting edge elite. Take full advantage of the resources available and create a plan to put yourself in the middle of the flow of information in your market.
Meet the Speaker: Brad Andersohn & Ben Kinney
Break (2:30p - 2:45p)
Hyper-local Blogging for Business (2:45p - 4:00p)
What is Hyper-local? Why does it matter? How does focusing on hyper-local content give you more qualified leads that are ready to act quicker? Find out how to target your next client by providing the information they are looking for when they are really getting close to buying.
Meet the Speaker: Bob Stewart & Ben Kinney
About The Speakers:
Ben Kinney, Mega Producer, Keller Williams
Featured: 2008 Realtor Magazines annual "30 under 30", RIS Media "Power Team" report, WCAR Realtor of the Year and Quarter
Bob Stewart, Director of Social Media Strategy, ActiveRain
Bob is responsible for growing and maintaining ActiveRain's vibrant community of real estate professionals. He has been actively involved as a member of ActiveRain from inception. Prior to ActiveRain, Bob was COO of Brio Realty and during his tenure he increased sales volume from zero to over $100 million a year.
Brad Andersohn, Community Manager, ActiveRain
Brad is the all around tech and member support services guru. His focus and goal is to make sure members are getting the most out of the network and community. He spends a great deal of time introducing new products, tools, and services with explanations and tutorials on how to best apply them to your business plans and growth strategies.
We're looking forward to your attending and participating in our newest endeavor. We're taking ActiveRain RainCamp on the road so you can take your Business to the next level. Check RainCamp.com for details regarding this and other RainCamps sprouting around the Country.
Register For RainCamp Below, but Hurry, these seats won't last.
Picture of Bell Harbor Conference Center courtesy of Josh Hallett
"RainMaker" Special - Signup Here for New Member Discount
Real Estate RainCamp™ - "Because The Way We Do Business Has Changed!"
ActiveRain University - "Where teachers were once pupils, and students become teachers!"
Sounds great! I have a previous commitment, but I will keep an eye out for the next camp.
Cheers,
Robin
Having attended ReBar camp with you andRich, I can assure anyone "thinking" about this to just make the time and get there! Best day I have spent at any training seminar in a L O N G time!
WOW that would be worth buying the airline ticket for! Wish I wasn't already booked with a relocating clients....and yes they found me on AR!
Please let us know how it goes and a schedule when you have one. Thanks.
Wow Brad! You guys are really ramping up some truely value added services here at AR!! Keep it coming!
Soon as you come to AZ, I'm there.
Seems like a reasonable fee for the value. When will you post the schedule for other cities?
It seems like many of our "rainers" would be willing to travel to go to this event. If you are not in the immediate location or near Seattle, not to worry, save your travel expenses. We will be bringing RainCamp on the road. Eventually we'll put together a "Dates & Locations" Calendar for future events. :-)
Wow, This sounds so exciting, I sure hope you make it to Utah. My partner an I thought of having a blogging party but we haven't been doing that long. I see you have a Keller Williams top producer as a guest speaker. I aven't seena retur yet form all the blogging but I am hoping, the word has gotten out that I've become a big blogger s that is a start.
Brad - Just let me know when you'll be hitting our area and you know I'll be there. I'll even offer my services to help pull it off and make it happen! Come on boys, everyone needs some time on the Riverwalk!
DALLAS PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm considering flying up there, though! How exciting!!
Brad: I'm in when you hit Washington, DC. This sounds awesome!
Looks like a great lineup. I really like the concept "mayor of your online community."
That sounds pretty darn awesome Brad! Good luck at the first event. I'm sure it will be very successful.
TWO weeks?!?! You give us TWO WEEKS NOTICE?!?!? I guess I'll have to wait for the East Coast show, even though I LOVE Seattle! I'll bring the Kentucky Fried!
I am waiting for that schedule! That just sounds way to cool, and I am very excited about the prospect of this coming to a location near me. Way to go AR!
I'm dropping everything, because I am so, so so so SO coming to this event. I added a tiny bit extra for the "those having a rough time" fund.
Can't wait!
Ps Air tickets are cheaper if you give a month notice...just saying.
That is awesome news! How exciting! WooHoo. I better start mega producing so I can one day be worthy of speaking/teaching in one of these venues. ~Rita
I hope you're including Tennessee on your itinerary!
I LOVE your new header...it really suits you!
Blog-N-Roll Brad...
I'll come to Seattle if you and WidowMaker give me permission to start a donut fight :)
The round ones with hole zip threw the air just like a frisbee. You don't want to know how I know that :)
TLW...ROAR!
While I doubt Sussex County NJ is on the venue roster, I'll hit any spot in the Northeast, Brad! Wish I had some airline miles...
Oh Brad, I wish you were closer with this..... Do you know when you are going to be where?
Brad ..How exciting! I am anxious to hear when you are coming to the Philadelphia area..we would love to have you hear on the East Coast! I do think you could take over continuing education.You guys are the best!
Three cheers for ActiveRain Hip Hip Hooray! ROCK ON GUYS!
HELPFULHANNAH your friend in Philadelphia
Brad,
Sounds like a great event and I'm sure it will grow into a multi-day event as you get the initial kinks worked out. It would be nice to attend (not only for the session, but my aunt keeps telling me I MUST come to Seattle for a visit), but it is very expensive to fly from Indy to Seattle. I'd love to see the schedule when it comes out. Do you Have any idea how long before you start to develop the road schedule?
Chanda panda
I know you are dying to come to Miami, esp since we just had such a kick butt REBarCamp!
Brad, since I don't live that far from you, how about taking it easy and hosting a mini-camp in your living room? I got dibs on the recliner!
Would love for you to come to California - great weather :)
That sounds exciting. I'm looking forward to your meeting somewhere closer to (or in) New York. I'm sure we'll hear a lot more about this from your attendees. Accommodating those in financial difficulty right now is an incredible move.
Looks great - Will you be doing seminars in other areas?
Looks like we better put a Calendar together to cover all fifty states and Canada soon. I'll talk to the guys and see if we can't get something put together shortly. Right now, we're all pretty busy getting everything setup for this event. We are setting the bar pretty high, and I can tell you, we're going all out. We're Reaching for the stars!! :-)
Hi Brad~ This is a great news!! If you guys need any volunteers once you get to Cali, I'm happy to help out!
That sounds like a great time, Brad. If it's even 1/10th of the fun the Phoenix AR workshop was, you'll have quite a success on your hands. I wish I was able to attend. If it was at another time, I would be able to. It would be a great excuse to get up there and see family, too. But, that happens to be a really (thankfully) busy time in my schedule right now. Keep us updated as you add new venues and dates. I may be back to see you guys again and learn more. You and Bob put on a fantastic workshop!
Allrgight this is absolutely fantastic. Way to go you guys for pulling this over- the-top project to outer space. Look forward to seeing you back in Arizona soon! Give me a holler and I'll help out - way fun!
Great concept, efficient way to get a ton of bang for your buck. I sure hope you come to Cleveland. You are coming to Cleveland...aren't you? The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and many other great venues await you...:-)
Love to have this in utah or at least available on-line to join in. Looks like a fabulous opportunity! Great job
I forgot to tell you, California Association of Realtors is Oct 6,7,8. (Of course I'm offing them for you, but if CA turn out is low, that's why.)
I wish you guys would come to seacoast NH so I could attend some of these great courses.
Patricia Aulson/portsmouth nh homes
We need a Rain Camp here in the Raleigh area Brad!
There's so much to learn from you guys, I think we'd have a full house.
Knowing the reputation of AR and staff, I'm confident I'll get my $$$ worth and then some!! (in)patiently waiting for a date in St. Louis :)
Hi Brad. I love Seattle/Kirkland. I lived there for 13 years and graduated from UW. Awesome area but what about Tampa or Orlando? Hope you bring it to Florida :-)
I love Seattle too but will be in Italy then. I'm looking forward to RainCamp coming to the east coast.
Ben, Bob, and Brad- Don't forget sunny SOUTH FLORIDA can be pretty inviting in the winter!!!!! Plenty of gold, the Dolphins and did I mention the nice warm winters??!!
Brad...
I can't wait until you come to Atlanta! I hope to see all of you then!
I can't wait until you come to Missouri! BTW...my comment on this post just put me on Page 1 for my state. That's right. I'm cool.
U2 is coming to Raleigh in October.... I'd rather go to RainCamp
Never mind all those other cities L.A., L.A., L.A., L.A.,and in case you didn't hear - LOS ANGELES!!!!!
Brad, Please, please come to beautiful upstate South Carolina, Please!!!
Can you guys send the jet out to pick me up? This sounds like a blast...
Interesting post. So any chance you guys will take this to the Northeast any time soon? Any plans on attending Triple Play in Atlantic City in Dec?
Hey guys:
Could you set up something in San Diego either before, during or after the NAR conference in November. REBar camp is meeting then too? Are you going to be there?
Sounds like AZ a few weeks ago was just a teaser. I'm looking forward to seeing the schedule. I jumped over to Raincamp.com to see the schedule, but there wasn't one :(
Hoping to see the schedule for CA soon . . .
I can't wait until you come to the midwest. it sounds like a great time and lots of good information
Sounds great! Are you coming to Colorado Springs? Or at least Denver???
What a great idea! Maybe I can drop in on one if I gets near Kentucky.
Brad,
How exciting! I would love for you guys to come to the D.C. area! Looking forward to hearing how this great event goes.
Brad- This is just what we need to kick things up in the northeast. Don't forget to schedule "Rain Camp" in the NY Metro area.
Rain Camp - coming to my neighborhood, soon? Can't wait to buy a ticket.
Rain Camp. How exciting! Nashville would be a killer location in the south...I can't WAIT to see you guys ! Yal come on down, lol. Really! :)
Brad, we'll drive up to Atlanta and catch a ride on the jet with Lane!
Brad - this looks like so much fun, I hope we can put a trip to Seattle together in time. :) Thanks for the update!
What a great opportunity! Hope you make it somewhere close to Murphy, NC.
Do you have a rain camp scheduled for anywhere on the east coast? I live in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.
Brad,
First for the kind words in the email you sent me earlier today on my featured post - it really is overwhelming when something like that happens.
If I might offer a suggestion. I was at a small 'social networking' conference with about 50 participants about 2 weeks ago. The first half was content and the 2nd half of the day was suppose to be spent online having us all set up basic profiles on some of the popular social sites.
The problem was there were participants with all levels of experience and some of us already had some of the profiles - and we were all using different browsers. So needless to say when the instructors were showing us something 2/3's of the room went "Huh, how did he get there?"
My suggestion is to break the group into 2 or even 3 skill levels and teach accordingly. Also, control what everyone is looking at on their own laptops.
As savvy as you are you are no doubt part of the top 1% of users who really understand the technology. The problem is when you have 20% er's there they get really bogged down by the 50% that haven't got a clue and slow the whole process down.
I'm sure you guys will be much better prepared than the local instructors I gave my money to, but just words of advise that I'm sure you'll have covered.
With that being said, I want to know if you have a schedule for the 'road show'? Looking forward to So Cal - maybe Hemet or San Jacinto? yeah right.
Your friend,
John
and wait a minute - that's not an AR event in the picure - it can't be...they are ALL using those apple computers. That will NEVER happen
Sounds great. When will you be bringing this to Sunny Southern California. Sounds like a great program and we all love Active Rain, so you know you will pack the house.
Brad - this is wonderful news! Now, lets see ... when will you be in the Raleigh area? Oh yeah ... you will be here on Nov. 6th, right? Then we can talk more about the Rain Camp program!
Awesome Brad, I love the concept! Are we still on for round 2 in Phoenix?
Oh my Brad.. this is great ! Looking forward to one in the Clarksville, TN or Nashville, TN area. has the schedule been posted ?
Well it looks like we're getting a great response from almost every area, maybe we'll have to use this post to schedule our future raincamps.
I promise, as soon as we have a calendar put together, we'll be adding it to the raincamp.com site. We have to get through the first one before we can setup and schedule all the others.
Here's an idea, maybe we could rent an RV limo, and just hit all 50 states in 50 days. Bob and Ben? :-)
If you are renting an RV, I need to be involved. That's my dream life. In any event, I'll head your Cheerleading team in WNC if necessary. I'm curious how you plan to market the program to those who, well, you know... the disparity lies in those who, unbelievably, have not heard of AR, or who don't get it when they go to AR and look around... those who are waiting until next Spring when things go back to the way they were. Can't wait until you are on the East coast (did I hear AR might be in Raleigh-Durham?).
Brad, sounds like a great event. When are you coming to Florida?
Brad,
This sounds like an awesome event and I hope that you will be coming to Missouri in your travels.
Brad, When AR Rain Camp comes east I'm at the beach in NC but willing to travel to a venue on the East Coast for this one.
Question: One of the comments mentions that Bard will be in Raleigh November 6th! Is this true? What is the event and where? I'd love to attend.
Just went online to check out airline rates from BWI to Seatlle, and it's surprisingly affordable. In fact, there's a layover in Dalls - and it costs me more for a flight to Dallas to visit my daughter than it does to change planes and keep traveling to Seattle. LOL. Maybe I should have checked my schedule first... off to do that next.
This is awesome news, Brad. Can't wait for you to hit HOTlanta.
Kathy
Don't forget the midwest. How about Chicago?
Linda Metallo, Re/max Impact, Lockport, Il.
New York is waiting for you. Or I plan to be in FL sometime this Fall or Winter so that would be nice too! Please come soon!
Brad - Wish I was in Seattle! When you're in Phoenix again or, better yet, Vegas, I'll be the first to sign up! Great way to support the Rainmakers!
Ok When I made this comment months and months ago you took it to heart? LOL I am all for this is soooo many ways. Active Rain goes on tour. LOVE IT! I knew it was coming and it is exciting!
Blog-N-Roll...
Sometimes I simply can't help myself :)
TLW...ROAR!
I can't wait for you to post your calendar. Alabama needs you to bring the training program here!
Well, it seems like we need to try & get the rest of the gang over to my neck of the woods. A major demand for this on the east it appears. Don't worry folks, I am sure there will be some east coasting taking place too!
Hey Brad, you're already in California so that one should be easy, right? I'd be happy to help too if you need it. (Did event coordination in a previous life).
Brad - I have to agree with John from Hemet re: the skill level issue at hands-on trainings. I've put on 5 hands-on AR workshops here in the Phoenix area. They are designed to get people familiar with AR's layout, complete a profile, learn how to search, join groups, and post that first, simple blog post. I am having a lot of success with these, and yours will be a grand slam!
As for the skill levels, my workshops have from 8-12 people. My sales rep, Paul Guenther, helps me work the room as problems pop up. Sometimes the "problems" tend to be with one or two people only;). Are you prepared to have extra hands on deck to work the crowd? It only takes a couple people to slow down the affair dramatically. I'd love to volunteer my assistance when you make it back to the Phoenix area. Heck LA, San Diego or Vegas are not that far if we could work something out...
I'm a huge believer in the benefit AR brings to the Real Estate community. Best of luck with Seattle!
Great song TLW
AWESOME!!!!! Come to Texas....PLEASE!!!! We want rain in Texas!!! Both kinds...Active Rain and the real stuff! This is great news!
Apparently I am missing the boat guys! All I do is get on and read your blogs and comments. I'm clueless as to how Active Rain can help my business. I'd appreciate any pointers you can offer. Do I need to attach a blog to my website?
Would LOVE to go, but out of my range. Any chance of coming to the Northeast in the future or doing webinars so we can get in on this?
Brad the ticket price is not the issue for me, airfare and travel expenses would be. When do plan to take it on the road and where too? Suggest the SF Bay Area would be a good place to start.
You probably won't make it to Oklahoma, but Dallas would be nice. Lot of nice restuarants down there.
Let us know when you are coming to sunny Southern California!!!
@Melonie - I just left you a Voice Mail message in case you come back here to see if I responded. Call me. :-)
Since everyone is wanting a RainCamp in their area, we may be contacting many of you in each of your areas to help us work out some of the details like: Best Locations, Venues available, Best dates and times etc. The offering of help and member support here is phenominal. Your assistance and involvement in these RainCamps will be what makes them all a success. Thanks in advance for helping us bring these to you.
Sounds like a vaulable program. Looking forward to seeing you in the Northeast.
We would love to host The Bay Area one at our warehouse in Dublin...we have already had two stagers expos here and have the logistics pretty well lined up.
Checked on price of flights from Dallas and realized that we may have to wait until you come to either Dallas or Austin. Can't wait to see schedule. Please keep us posted.
Checked on price of flights from Dallas and realized that we may have to wait until you come to either Dallas or Austin. Can't wait to see schedule. Please keep us posted.
Checked on price of flights from Dallas and realized that we may have to wait until you come to either Dallas or Austin. Can't wait to see schedule. Please keep us posted.
Hi Brad, This is wonderful and I suspect that While everyone is here in San Diego for NAR, we can do a training here as well. Sign me up. San Diego REBar Camp is scheduled for the 12th of November ( just a reminder)
I'm going to REBar camp!!! I hope to see lots of you there.
Do you have a schedule for other cities yet? In particular Austin.
Hi Brad,
Love to have the camp in NJ/NY - can't wait to see the schedule.
This sounds like a blast! I wish I could afford to go =( This is actually one of the first things I've actually thought I'd like to do. (You had me with comfy chairs and plenty of elbow room)
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This will probably be a better solution than a calendar for now.
Future Events will also appear here.
Brad, can't wait for you to come to the east coast. Personally, I think tripleplay is a great idea and venue but would be happy to help with a visit to NY/NJ areas.
Of course I'd be happy to help with ATL. And if you are doing the limo/RV thing, you need a day between events, so it would be 50 events in 100 days... Unless the event was shorter.
Brad, I look forward to meeting you and the rest of the facilitators. I signed up right away and really look forward to being there.
Come to Denver next please. You know the Rebar camp was awesome out here.
@Lane - no 50 events, 50 states, 50 days. We don't sleep remember?? lol~
@Jirius - Looking forward to meeting you too. :-)
Brad. Are you going to have this training in the Los Angeles area? If not, can you arrange an online "recorded" version? I would be willing to pay for this important info.
Mark - all I can say is we have some pretty big visions and plans, that's one thing everyone knows about AR, always driving forward fast and furious and pushing the envelope. :-))
There will be videos available I'm sure, but we"ll probably be coming down there soon. RainCamps will continue to grow and just keep getting better, just like the network here has done. They'll also be a lot of fun. So keep your ear out....
Imagine. A whole lot of people anxious to go to a r-a-i-n camp. We've all been walking between the drops a ltttle too long.
Florida, Florida...Come on down to Florida! Count us in when you get here!
I look forward to the date and time set for Houston/The Woodlands! I will be watching for the schedule.
This really is a gorgeous facility, check it out. http://bellharbor.com
O_H_I_O
Sounds great and I can't wait for one of these to come closer to my location. Would it be feasible to somehow combine them with the various Realtor conventions? Just a thought.
Metro Detroit wants you - I would like the idea of a RV road trip but you probably wouldn't come to Michigan until the Spring/Summer :-) It would be great FUN - not to mention the learning. Have a great one in Seattle!!
Brad---I have signed up, looking forward to it:)
Content looks great...now you just need to teach it in Phoenix :)
Brad, you know what I really love about this concept? Your butt is in one comfy Aeron chair for the day, and you don't have to make a bunch of choices about whose session to sit in on and whose you'll miss!
Please let me know when you come to Atlanta, Orlando or anywhere else close to Tallahassee!
Brad, I hope you do one in SACRAMENTO CA. I'd like to attend.
Brad-Please come to Boston!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDRLZFgEoGw
Coming to Los Angeles any time soon? I'm going to check out flights to Seattle- maybe I can use airline miles...
Coming to Los Angeles any time soon? I'm going to check out flights to Seattle- maybe I can use airline miles...
Scott Leaf and I just registered and we're coming down! :-)
Liz - I am so looking forward to meeting you... finally! :-)
Any recommendations about places to stay in the area -and do we pack a lunch? :-)
Awk, I want to be there. Seattle is the closest you will ever get to me. I hope there are still tickets left when I get paid Wednesday.
Liz - you can check on yelp or google for places to stay, you can also pack a lunch or go out to lunch with others, it's your call.
Hi Fran - I just sent you an email, we should still have a couple left on Wednesday. I'll see that you get a ticket. :-)
I'll find out more about future locations and dates for RainCamps in other areas once I get to Seattle. Headed out to New York this week for the MLSTechFair, looking forward to seeing many of you at "RainCamp" next week.
Registered!!! Wouldnt miss it for the world. Liz can pack a lunch, Im networking! see you soon
Hi Brad....Will we get a Chance to go to heaven(AR Head Quarters) and see all the AR Gods too.
Cheers, hope to be there, just need to shift my appointments etc :O)
Hi again..since I mostly use my desk top PC, I'll bring my wife's Lap Top, what programs should I have..I have Drop Box so most of my stuff will be available on her Lap Top:O)
I am so excited! Taking the 6:20am ferry - hope the walk to the venue is what Google map says - under a mile. It is either get there early or right at 9 - I picked early!
Scott - networking is at the top of my list as well. :-)
Fred - I know there will be wireless access at this venue, the laptop should be all you'll need. I'm not sure about the AR headquarter tour, but you can bring that up when you get there.
Jo - maybe we could have someone come get you, I'd rather see that then have you walk the mile.
Looking forward to finally meeting you in person.
This sounds like the event that EVERYONE needs. It going to be packed full of info and of course wonderful guys who are doing it.
Now...when did you say you were planning a Hawaii Raincamp?
Sally - you know we'll be bringing the Camp to Hawaii for sure... right Jon?? :-)))
Brad, Thank you so much - it really is .8mile - I am sure I will be fine. Picking up might be more of a hassle for the person driving. Put on your Nikes and meet me half way - j/k. See you early!
I don't see ATL on the schedule yet... I know a venue... It is REALLY cool. Don't tell my broker, though.
I would like to see a RainCamp come to Clarksville, Tennessee... Can we get this on the schedule ?
ORLANDO! We could use some Active Rain (camp) here.
Please come to the NORTHEAST!!! Next month would be great!!!
Well as you all know Southern California is a hotbed of terrific bloggers and social media types, along with being home to some of the best weather around. Certainly that alone warrants a trip south, perhaps to the Los Angeles area. There have been 2 RE BAr camps so far with a 3rd in San Diego on Nov 11. Surely AR Bar Camp wants an opportunity to shine here in SoCal! Early in 2010?
Jeff
I hope you come to Dallas, because I need to get out of town. Besides two of my favorite Japanese restuarants are there, Steel and the Tei Tei Robata Bar.
I spoke with Jon yesterday at RainCamp Seattle, and there were many cities discussed that we will be visiting. A post will be coming out soon announcing the dates and locations. To see more about what folks are saying about RainCamp, go to http://search.twitter.com and type in the hashtag #raincamp. Looking forward to bringing the raincamp to your areas very soon. Thanks you guys. :-)
Adding my vote for a SE Rain Camp. Charlotte, NC is awesome, and I will help grease the skids for you!!!!
Raleigh-Durham area would welcome you with open arms. Anywhere on the east coast would work, how about DC?
I'll travel, now, anywhere in the US and canada for your camp. When Is the next one? so I can build a vacation around it.
Linda - we are coming to DC next year for sure!! WooHoo! :-)
Virginia - we just wrapped up San Francisco, next stop is New York 1/12/10. We'll announce the other cities shortly, we have 6 or 7 others almost confirmed.
Can you please put the dates on the website somewhere so we can stay apprised of them? I am unable to make the one in January - not enough notice - I'm already booked through mid February and have limited availaility through September 2010! I want to get it on the calendar as soon as possible so I can make it!!!!
Melissa - great to hear you're that busy!! We'll post a calendar at RainCamp.com once we have more dates and venues confirmed. As you can imagine, the planning and cordination of these RainCamps is enormous. We probably won't have anything on the calendar that goes past April or May 2010. We'll keep you posted though... :-)
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