Similar to PodCamps, Ohio LinuxFest is a grassroots conference for the Linux/Open Source Software/Free Software community. It is very much a community event and run by volunteers, some of which also volunteered at the first PodCamp Ohio.

Register to attend

In the spirit of supporting an open community, there are three ways you can register to attend. For those who are enthusiasts or are new to Linux, feel free to register with the FREE “Enthusiast Package”. If you would like to support the community, you can register either with the “Supporter” $65 or the “Professional” $350 package.

See you at Ohio LinuxFest!

The VIP event featured products and services you can find right here in Columbus. The one that stood out was SKREENED, a custom apparel company that has a fresh twist on the cafe press approach. They have a number of very funny shirts, I think the funniest one is the </GOP>, which if you’re familiar with web programming you’ll get the joke.

The last portion of the VIP event covered the www.notincolumbus.com web site which will be launching very soon. They demonstrated all the functionality of the site followed by an open discussion session. Many of the guests including myself had many suggestions and expressed opinions/concerns regarding the site they have planned. They seemed very eager to receive our input. It will be interesting to see if and how the Not In Columbus site evolves.

The campain should be very exciting and I’m hopeful they will set some guidelines to allow others to create viral videos that would help sturr buzz and and give many Columbus area residence a lot of fun and pride making their own Not In Columbus videos.

We’ve created an event information sheet which includes some basic event information including the schedule of events, what to expect on PodCamp day, map with directions, basic hotel information and a list
of dining options in the immediate area.

https://2008.podcampohio.com/event_info.pdf

Social Networking @ PodCamp Ohio

Some organizers and volunteers will be sending twitter messages throughout the day to the @PodCampOhio account with important event information, session announcements and general event reporting. Please be sure to follow @PodCampOhio so you are in the loop during PodCamp Ohio.

Chris Brogan created a general PodCamp Twitter Group Account for all PodCamps. For those Twitter users who follow @podcamp, all you have to do is type pod (space) your message send to this group.

Travel Safely!

Please travel safely this weekend. If you’re running late, don’t worry. A number of PodCamp volunteers
including Coefficient Media will be recording the sessions. Please take your time and be safe.

Thank you and see you at PodCamp Ohio,
Angelo Mandato

The Guys Podcast reviews movies, video games, science fiction, technology and what ever else fits the conversation. D.G., Court and Brad (Brad via Skype from Florida) will be recording a live podcast at PodCamp Ohio. This special episode will give PodCamp attendees the opportunity to join The Guys record their podcast and observe in the process. They will be covering tech news and discuss favorite quotes from Sci-Fi/Fantasy movies and T.V. shows. (Angelo’s fav TV show quote: I love it when a plan comes together) Audience participation will be encouraged during this eventful session. Following the recording there will be a Q&A session to ask The Guys any questions attendees may have about the entire process.

Agenda items:

• Friday night before event plans
• Saturday night after plans
• ComFest
• Sponsors Update
• What ever else comes up

Call in information:

Talkshoe link: http://www.talkshoe.com/tc/80720
Phone number: (724) 444-7444
Talkcast id: 80720

PodCamp Meetup 6 This Saturday!

This will be the second last meetup before PodCamp! Meetup 6 will take place on Saturday, May 17 from 11:00 am – 1:00 PM at the Hilliard Panara Bread (3625 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard, OH 43026) close to ITT Technical Institute (map). Immediately following, we will visit ITT for event organizers and volunteers to check out the facilities.

The conference will focus on integrating online and traditional marketing campaigns to generate more sales, leads and awareness online through corporate websites. The conference costs $199 to attend.

More details about the conference are available on the Ohio Web Leaders web site (OhioWebLeaders.com).

The Internet Marketing Conference is not affiliated with PodCamp Ohio. We’ve added this announcement since it may be relevant to some PodCamp attendees.

Current plan for Session Times:

• 9-9:40 am – Opening Session
• 9:50-10:50 – Session Set 1 (5 concurrent sessions)
• 11:00-12:00 pm – Session 2 (5 concurrent sessions)
• Lunch and Music
• 1:30-2:30 – Session Set 3 (5-7 concurrent sessions)
• 3:40-3:40 – Session Set 4 (5-7 concurrent sessions)
• 3:50-4:50 – Session Set 5 (5-7 concurrent sessions)
• 5:00 – 5:30 – Closing Session

Door Prize ideas:

• Furthest traveled podcaster/blogger
• Youngest podcaster/blogger
• Toy Master / Gadget Belt – attendee with the most gadget gear

PodCamp Ohio Identity
We’re discussing how to best describe PodCamp for those who don’t understand what the event is about. If you’re interested in joining the conversation, please join the Google Group, http://groups.google.com/group/podcampohio.

Session Survey

Please help us decide which sessions will have the most demand by filling out the session survey.

Pre-PodCamp party
We will have a Pre-Podcamp Ohio meetup/party on Doctor Anonymous’s Podcast Thursday night (June 26, 2008) before PodCamp Ohio.

The ITT Hilliard – Columbus facilities are perfect for a PodCamp. There are multiple rooms available ranging in seating between 24 and 75 with screen projectors and network access. The location has ample parking and easy to access from the highway. The main lobby and lounge area will provide ample space for attendees to socialize and network between sessions. There are also a number of break out rooms that will be available for podcasters to perform interviews and record podcasts.

Thank you ITT Technical Institute for providing us such a great venue location.

“It’s all about learning, getting hands on with new media and spending time with folks that make up your online community,” said Angelo Mandato, coordinator of PodCamp Ohio. “By attending PodCamp Ohio, members of the blogging, podcasting, marketing, academic, and business communities will lead the charge toward embracing and effectively utilizing new and social media in our area,” he added.

PodCamp Ohio offers a unique opportunity for attendees to learn, share or grow their new media skills. They can attend informal sessions, created and driven by participants, about podcasts, blogs, digital music, web video and related aspects of new, Internet-based media. The format allows both beginner and expert media producers, as well as listeners, watchers and readers, to participate, discuss and network.

PodCamp Ohio is presented by ITT Technical Institute in Hilliard, OH (Columbus metro). The event is open to the public, but registration is required. To sign up or learn more, visit 2008.podcampohio.com. Experience with podcasting or blogging are not requirements to participate; professionals of any industry, hobbyists and students are encouraged to attend.
Sponsors are still being accepted. If you are interested in sponsoring PodCamp Ohio, contact Angelo Mandato by calling (614) 429-4474 or sending an email to angelo [at] podcampohio.com.

Download this release as a PDF

Please RSVP by leaving a comment on Daniel’s post announcing the New Media Cincinnati March Meetup.

See everyone tomorrow!

Register Now

I would like to thank Joe for his hard work developing the registration system. This custom registration system is allow us to gather information that we otherwise would not have gathered. If time allows, Joe will be adding some very cool features to the registration system that will allow us to see a Google map with points marked where attendees are coming from.

If you plan on attending PodCamp Ohio, we strongly encourage you to register as soon as possible that way we can accurately report attendance to sponsors, vendors and session planners.

If you will need accommodations, please visit the Travel Information page for special hotel rates and directions.

Tonight’s agenda items:

• Brain storm session planning
• Registration system
• Seeking out sponsors
• Pre/Post event planning
• What ever else comes up

Angelo may be 5-10 minutes late to the meeting.Talkshoe link: http://www.talkshoe.com/tc/80720
Phone number: (724) 444-7444
Talkcast id: 80720

March 15 Meetup in Cincinnati

PodCamp Ohio Meetup 4 will be taking place with the New Media Cincinnati meetup on Saturday, March 15 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM at the Panera Bread (405 East Kemper Road, Springdale, OH 45246) by Tri-county mall (map). Thanks Daniel for helping us get this meetup coordinated.

For those driving from as far as Northeastern Ohio and plan on shopping at the new Ohio Ikea, please contact Angelo (angelo [at] podcampohio.com).

For those driving from as far as Cleveland, the new Ohio Ikea‘s grand opening is that weekend. The new Ikea is within 2 exits of the Tri-county mall (Same exit as the Cincinnati Microcenter). That news may make it more worth while to make the 4 hour drive.

Besides talking about PodCamp Ohio planning, we also talk about video editing, winamp, Miro and one click subscriptions.

The next Talkshoe meeting is planned for Thursday, January 10th, 2008 at 8 pm.

Out of all of the locations available, this location is the most ideal for Ohio’s PodCamp. Based on the needs expressed at the first meeting and meet-up, this location gives us the ability to implement many, if not all, of the ideas everyone had.

ITT Technical Institute, Hilliard, OH web site: http://www.itt-tech.edu/campus/school.cfm?lloc_num=22

Our next tasks will include obtaining event insurance, planning a budget for the activities and setting sponsorship levels.