Introducing Web 2.0 September 3, 2008

PLEASE NOTE: This event is sponsored in part by Biznik Seattle. If you would like to attend, visit the Biznik website here to sign up for Biznik (it's free) and register for the event. Call (206) 962-9119 for more information.

Interested in learning more about Web 2.0? Join us for our next seminar:

Introducing Web 2.0: New Ways to Market and Manage Your Business Using Online Media Such as blogs, LinkedIn, Facebook, wikis and collaborative websites.

You'll get a clear, jargon-free overview of new ways to market and manage your business using online media.

SUMMARY
"Social Networking", "Social Media", LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, blogs, Wikis, Podcasting, RSS, XML. The Web 2.0 movement has ushered in a host of new technology and business opportunities that can leave one feeling dizzy and confused. In our 60 minute seminar you’ll learn the basics about popular Internet trends that can help you promote and manage your business.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Business owners, marketing communications and IT professionals, independent consultants, designers and project managers who are interested in learning the basics of social networking and other forms of online interaction and collaboration.

EVENT DETAILS
Our 45-minute presentation will be followed by an open question-and-answer period that will allow attendees to ask specific questions. Seminar attendees will also receive additional workshop material, along with a list of online resources and recommended reading.

SEMINAR SPONSOR
Web 2.0 Media Group
This seminar is sponsored by the Web 2.0 Media Group, a Seattle group dedicated to spreading the word about the Web 2.0 movement through education and participation. Learn how social media and collaboration technologies can empower you by joining the conversation at web20mediagroup.com.



ABOUT THE PRESENTERS
Wayne Bishop owns Arbutus Software Inc., creator of Joint Contact, a Web-based project collaboration tool for sharing and managing information that is used by business owners, project managers, freelancers and independent professionals.



Mark McLaren is the owner of McBuzz Communications LLC, an online marketing and web development firm based in Seattle. Mark is an avid blogger (see mcbuzz.com) and the creator of a popular collection of YouTube video tutorials for WordPress blogging software.



EVENT REGISTRATION
To RSVP for this event, sign up on Biznik.com. There are only 12 openings for this free event so be sure to reserve your seat now! Call (206) 962-9119 for more information.

What: Introducing Web 2.0
Who: Arbutus Software Inc & McBuzz Communications LLC
When: 6:00 pm, Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Where:
Mercer Island - The Community Center at Mercer View
8236 SE 24th Street
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Cost: Free
Parking: Free, easy access

Official Website: http://web20mediagroup.wordpress.com/intro/