In February we held the inaugural Keynote Mobile Developer Live: Silicon Valley to give mobile developers and enthusiasts an open platform to discuss the issues and strategies at the forefront of the competitive landscape. The February event was a big hit and our guests immediately asked when we'd be doing it again. We'll it's here and it promises to be another great show.
We came up with the concept realizing that mobile technology and innovation were not going to slow down even as the economy began to tank. Those of us who love all things mobile would still want to gather in a collegial environment, share ideas, and network. However, it didn't require great foresight to see that corporate budgets for expensive events and travel would take a hit and that inexpensive, local alternatives were needed.
After seeing the packed house at Mobile Monday Silicon Valley last night and SF Mobile 2.0 Meetup the week before, it's obvious that the number of great mobile ideas continues to blossom. Developers and enthusiasts are increasingly choosing more grassroots forums-- held here in the Valley.
But it would be a mistake to think that attendance is up because the economy is down. Grassroots forums encourage a two-way dialogue, enriching all that attend. Each gathering is a unique experience and you don't need to wait for a coffee break to talk about the issues that matter to you. Often the best content comes from audience participation. Most important, grassroots events seem to attract the most passionate personalities. If you haven't signed up for next week's event, now's the time.
Once again, it's free but you must register to reserve a seat. We have a great set of speakers lined up and are expecting a full house. See ya' there.
“Innovation is the central issue in economic prosperity”
--Michael Porter
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