WordCamp Orlando 2013: Stop Making Things Pretty and Start Designing

Michelle Schulp speaking on design at WordCamp Orlando 2013

What is design? How do you define it? My colleague Michelle Schulp of MarkTime Media explored those questions at WordCamp Orlando. She defined design as a problem-solving strategy, and not just making things pretty with colors, fonts and imagery. I met Michelle last year when she attended WordCamp Detroit. Last weekend was my first time… Continue reading WordCamp Orlando 2013: Stop Making Things Pretty and Start Designing

WordCamp Orlando 2013: Getting “Hooked” on WordPress

Mike Stowe talking about WordPress Hooks

When was the last time a conference session presenter asked for, and received a Stephen Colbert-like applause at the beginning of their presentation? It happened last weekend when Mike Stowe spoke on WordPress hooks at WordCamp Orlando 2013. One of the most entertaining talks I enjoyed at WordCamp Orlando 2013, Mike included references to pirates,… Continue reading WordCamp Orlando 2013: Getting “Hooked” on WordPress

Cool Event Ideas I Learned at WordCamp Orlando

WordCamp Orlando attendees in auditorium

I’ve been organizing events and conferences for over eight years, and you would think I have it down to a science. Not true, as I found out at last weekend’s WordCamp Orlando 2013. I discovered lots of good ideas for sponsors and attendees to add to my event planning toolkit. Keep Your Sponsors Happy I spent… Continue reading Cool Event Ideas I Learned at WordCamp Orlando