Phew! You were in an uproar about the room block being sold out so we've worked it out with the W Hotel and we've added rooms to our block. You've got to call hotel reservations directly to book a room: (404) 892-6000.
Remember to connect with other attendees on the discussion board if you're interested in sharing a room. http://blogalicious2009.blogspot.com/2009/08/announcing-blogalicious-message-board.html
Friday, September 11, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Facebook privacy
Here is a helpful article for all you (us) social networking gurus out there, especially if you use Facebook. http://www.allfacebook.com/2009/02/facebook-privacy/
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
One Month Until Blogalicious!
With only one month until the conference, we are counting down the days until we are all in Atlanta, and we want to make sure that all of our Blogalicious ladies are all set to have a great time.
Register!
First things first, you've got to register! If you haven't already, please take a moment to register for the event. We've got some special promotions going on that we want you to take advantage of, like the Buddy Pass (bring a friend and get a discount!), a Skip Pass (attend on Saturday only and save!), and the Student rate (get your network on for a fraction of the price!)
Already registered? Fantastic! Pass the news along to everyone that you know that might be interested in coming. If they register, have them fill in your name in the "How did your hear about Blogalicious?" line, and you'll receive a special gift at the conference.
We've extended registration until September 25 so that no one misses out.
Blog & Drive!
Once you've registered, make sure to apply for the Chevrolet and OnStar Carpool. Our Exclusive Automotive Sponsors have been so thoughtful and generous in providing a brand-new 5-passenger Chevrolet to any group of 3 Blogalicious registrants that apply! Please visit their application for details and apply now to ride to Blogalicious in style.
Free Childcare!
Yup, you heard us correctly. We're pleased to be offering free childcare for your little ones so that you can attend sessions, network and enjoy the company of fellow bloggers, all while knowing your children are in good hands. The kids will enjoy complimentary meals and a slew of fun activities to keep them entertained.
We ask that you pre-register your child(ren) first. To do so, simply click here and fill out the information. Registration Form
*Note: Nursing Moms - you're more than welcome to bring your babies along too!
Hotel Guest Rooms!
Rooms our going quickly!! We sold out but have since added more rooms to our hotel block. Last to get the discounted rate is 9/25 or until all rooms are sold.
That's it for now. We hope you're getting as excited as we are!
Register!
First things first, you've got to register! If you haven't already, please take a moment to register for the event. We've got some special promotions going on that we want you to take advantage of, like the Buddy Pass (bring a friend and get a discount!), a Skip Pass (attend on Saturday only and save!), and the Student rate (get your network on for a fraction of the price!)
Already registered? Fantastic! Pass the news along to everyone that you know that might be interested in coming. If they register, have them fill in your name in the "How did your hear about Blogalicious?" line, and you'll receive a special gift at the conference.
We've extended registration until September 25 so that no one misses out.
Blog & Drive!
Once you've registered, make sure to apply for the Chevrolet and OnStar Carpool. Our Exclusive Automotive Sponsors have been so thoughtful and generous in providing a brand-new 5-passenger Chevrolet to any group of 3 Blogalicious registrants that apply! Please visit their application for details and apply now to ride to Blogalicious in style.
Free Childcare!
Yup, you heard us correctly. We're pleased to be offering free childcare for your little ones so that you can attend sessions, network and enjoy the company of fellow bloggers, all while knowing your children are in good hands. The kids will enjoy complimentary meals and a slew of fun activities to keep them entertained.
We ask that you pre-register your child(ren) first. To do so, simply click here and fill out the information. Registration Form
*Note: Nursing Moms - you're more than welcome to bring your babies along too!
Hotel Guest Rooms!
Rooms our going quickly!! We sold out but have since added more rooms to our hotel block. Last to get the discounted rate is 9/25 or until all rooms are sold.
That's it for now. We hope you're getting as excited as we are!
Monday, September 7, 2009
Spotlighting Jessica
You know you have an impact in social media; we know we make an impact in social media; now hear more from an expert on women of color and social media. Jessica Faye Carter will be one of our panelists on "Social Media and the Woman of Color" and we are looking forward to learning a lot from her.
Here's a little more about Jessica:
Jessica is the founder and CEO of Nĕtte Media, is a social media company for women, which provides opportunities for women to connect online across various aspects of their identity, including culture, profession/career, philanthropic efforts, and religion. Jessica was previously a corporate lawyer on Wall Street and is a member of the New York Bar.
She is a nationally-recognized expert on cultural and gender diversity and an award-winning business author.
In your spare ten minutes each day, what would you wish you could be doing? What are you actually doing? I wish I could be in dance class (ballet, salsa, etc.), but I’m usually working—even in my spare time.
You're five minutes away from work and realized that you forgot something. What would be that one thing that would make you turn around and go back home? Probably my laptop or maybe my makeup bag, especially if I had something to do later.
When you were growing up what did you want to become when you grew up? A fashion designer. That didn’t go over too well with my parents, who immediately said no.
What do you do when (you think) no one is looking? I love singing and believe me, no one is looking (or listening) but me!
You can read more at http://nettemedia.com/ or follow @nettemedia
Here's a little more about Jessica:
Jessica is the founder and CEO of Nĕtte Media, is a social media company for women, which provides opportunities for women to connect online across various aspects of their identity, including culture, profession/career, philanthropic efforts, and religion. Jessica was previously a corporate lawyer on Wall Street and is a member of the New York Bar.
She is a nationally-recognized expert on cultural and gender diversity and an award-winning business author.
In your spare ten minutes each day, what would you wish you could be doing? What are you actually doing? I wish I could be in dance class (ballet, salsa, etc.), but I’m usually working—even in my spare time.
You're five minutes away from work and realized that you forgot something. What would be that one thing that would make you turn around and go back home? Probably my laptop or maybe my makeup bag, especially if I had something to do later.
When you were growing up what did you want to become when you grew up? A fashion designer. That didn’t go over too well with my parents, who immediately said no.
What do you do when (you think) no one is looking? I love singing and believe me, no one is looking (or listening) but me!
You can read more at http://nettemedia.com/ or follow @nettemedia
Friday, September 4, 2009
Carrie's in the spotlight
Our speaker spotlight today is on Carrie Ferguson Weir who will be on our "Possibilities and Pitfalls of Having YOU on the Net" panel and blogs at "Bilingual in the Boonies". Carrie is "a former newspaper reporter who now hangs with her bilingual-in-the-making chiquitica" and lives in Tennessee, "far from the Cuban-American homeland that is Miami, so for Spanish comfort I stalk Latina moms at the park, grocery store and gym."
The first thing that I loved about our Carrie's blog was its name "Bilingual in the Boonies" - being a city gal who always wonders whether I could ever survive a small town, her blog name alone captures my interest because I wonder what it would be like to not only be in "the boonies" but to be different in boonies.
Here's a little more about Carrie:
Tell us something about you that you would never tell your mom? That I do the same stuff I tell her not to do. (like skipping breakfast and eating too much ice cream...)
In your spare ten minutes each day, what would you wish you could be doing? Getting a massage. What are youactually doing? Twittering.
If money was no object, what item of clothing or accessory would you like to have? Italian shoes purchased during a Roman holiday.
You're five minutes away from work and realized that you forgot something. What would be that one thing that would make you turn around and go back home? If said item was for someone else.
Describe yourself in 5 adjectives? Talkative, creative, connector, opinionated, head-strong.
If you were granted three wishes from an angel or genie what would you want? An island, health and a never-ending mojito glass.
When you were growing up what did you want to become when you grew up? A writer.
Which is the trait you love the most and least about yourself? Grateful for my creativity and not so grateful about my bull-in-china-shop ways.
Do you have a tattoo, where is it located and what does it stand for? No tatt. Can't imagine what I would want to keep that long.
What do you do when (you think) no one is looking? Pluck my brows in the car.
You can find Carrie at http://www.bilingualintheboonies.com/
The first thing that I loved about our Carrie's blog was its name "Bilingual in the Boonies" - being a city gal who always wonders whether I could ever survive a small town, her blog name alone captures my interest because I wonder what it would be like to not only be in "the boonies" but to be different in boonies.
Here's a little more about Carrie:
Tell us something about you that you would never tell your mom? That I do the same stuff I tell her not to do. (like skipping breakfast and eating too much ice cream...)
In your spare ten minutes each day, what would you wish you could be doing? Getting a massage. What are youactually doing? Twittering.
If money was no object, what item of clothing or accessory would you like to have? Italian shoes purchased during a Roman holiday.
You're five minutes away from work and realized that you forgot something. What would be that one thing that would make you turn around and go back home? If said item was for someone else.
Describe yourself in 5 adjectives? Talkative, creative, connector, opinionated, head-strong.
If you were granted three wishes from an angel or genie what would you want? An island, health and a never-ending mojito glass.
When you were growing up what did you want to become when you grew up? A writer.
Which is the trait you love the most and least about yourself? Grateful for my creativity and not so grateful about my bull-in-china-shop ways.
Do you have a tattoo, where is it located and what does it stand for? No tatt. Can't imagine what I would want to keep that long.
What do you do when (you think) no one is looking? Pluck my brows in the car.
You can find Carrie at http://www.bilingualintheboonies.com/
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Headline NEWS!!!!
Announcing new admission specials. These are for a limited time and a limited quantity, so take advantage of them before they are gone.
Student Pass - A special discounted price of $75 per ticket is now available for students. A Student Pass admission gives you access to all conference activities BUT you'll have to present current college or university student identification at conference check in and you'll have to be at least 21 years of age to party.
2 for 1 Pass - A special discount of $350 for admission for 2 will be offered to you and a friend if you register together. Admission includes all the perks of a regular admission - just at a discount.
Party Pass - For those of you who want to network a little and party a lot, this pass will give you admission as a conference attendee to the exclusive Blogalicious events on Friday and Saturday nights and will give you access to the Exhibitor Marketplace during the day on Saturday.
Skip Pass - If you only want to attend the general sessions, then this pass is for you! For a special price of $100, you'll get admission to the Saturday Morning Keynote Session; Keynote Luncheon (includes lunch); Town Hall Session; Coffee & Snack Breaks; and the Exhibitor Marketplace.
Don't sleep because these offers are for a limited time only! http://blogalicious2009.eventbrite.com/
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Denene Millner is shining bright
Today's speaker spotlight is on the incomparable Denene Millner who will be making a couple appearances at the conference. She will be a panelist on the "Mom 2.0" session, as well as gracing us with a book reading/author insight during Sunday brinch.
I must disclose that I love Denene! She's smart, funny, gracious, humble, beautifual and she keeps it real. She's an accomplished writer and parenting expert and most of all she's a devoted mom and wife. Here's a little more about Denene in her own words:
"I’m a parenting and relationship expert who’s written or co-written 18 books exploring love—between men and women, parents and children, siblings, and friends. I’m also a member of Parenting magazine’s Mom Squad of experts, who help women negotiate the ins and outs of motherhood. In my spare time, I write entertainment, relationship, and travel features for magazines like Essence, Health, and Heart & Soul, and run MyBrownBaby (www.mybrownbaby.blogspot.com), a blog where I give thought-provoking, insightful, wickedly funny commentary on motherhood, pregnancy, childrearing, sex, work and relationships—all filtered through the lens of the African American experience. I’m also obsessed with African American art and children’s books, and, in my next life, I’ll have the astonishing ability to whip up drapes and fancy pillows. I live near Atlanta, Georgia with my husband, three children, and goldendoodle, Teddy.
Here are some extra tidbits about me:
I would never tell my Dad this, but he was right to make me go to the prom with my brother’s best friend, Mike. Had I gone with the guy I really wanted to go with, I definitely would have broken curfew (11:30) and I definitely wouldn’t have come home a virgin.
If I had a spare ten minutes every day, I would troll the internet looking at art by and featuring African Americans. I’m obsessed. Romare Bearden is my favorite; to me, his work—especially his collages—is absolutely magical. And these days, I’m really digging Tamara Natalie Madden, Franks Deceus, and April Harrison. Alas, I’m too broke to buy their art, and can NEVER find that spare 10 minutes because I’m too busy writing.
If money was no object, I’d buy an original Romare Bearden (as explained in the entry above this one).
I work from home these days—no getting dressed up, no traffic, no wasting money on expensive lunches, no annoying co-workers (my dog Teddy is the perrrfect officemate!). But if I sit down to my MacBook and I don’t have gummy bears, double bubble bubble gum and a Hersey’s chocolate bar with almonds? Oh, it’s a situation. Everything must stop until I get my fix. There’s magic in that sugar!
If I had my way when I was little, I would have grown up to be an architect and interior designer. Alas, my Physics grades sucked, so I ended up using my left brain in other ways (writing) and, for kicks, rearranging the furniture and drooling over Ethan Allen, zgallerie and Williams Sonoma furniture.
I am talented, sweet, no-nonsense, thoughtful, and a bit of a procrastinator —#workingonthat. And while I love my face and round hips, this baby weight is k-i-l-l-i-n-g me. (Yeah, my youngest child is 7—and? #whatsyourpoint?)
If I were granted three wishes from an angel, it would be to see my mom one last time, so that she could see the beautiful flowers her grandbabies have become, so that I could thank her for her grace, wisdom, and firm hand, all of which have factored greatly in my accomplishments and the woman, wife, and mother I’ve become, and so that I could tell her just one more time how much I love her. With that, I wouldn’t need any more wishes.
When I think no one is looking, I sang, chile—loud and strong and wrong. Especially if it’s a Stevie Wonder song. Stevie makes me happy!"
You can reach Denene at MyBrownBaby (http://www.mybrownbaby.blogspot.com) or
on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/mybrownbaby. You can also read some of her work at essence.com and parenting.com, and get her books at major traditional and online book stores.
I must disclose that I love Denene! She's smart, funny, gracious, humble, beautifual and she keeps it real. She's an accomplished writer and parenting expert and most of all she's a devoted mom and wife. Here's a little more about Denene in her own words:
"I’m a parenting and relationship expert who’s written or co-written 18 books exploring love—between men and women, parents and children, siblings, and friends. I’m also a member of Parenting magazine’s Mom Squad of experts, who help women negotiate the ins and outs of motherhood. In my spare time, I write entertainment, relationship, and travel features for magazines like Essence, Health, and Heart & Soul, and run MyBrownBaby (www.mybrownbaby.blogspot.com), a blog where I give thought-provoking, insightful, wickedly funny commentary on motherhood, pregnancy, childrearing, sex, work and relationships—all filtered through the lens of the African American experience. I’m also obsessed with African American art and children’s books, and, in my next life, I’ll have the astonishing ability to whip up drapes and fancy pillows. I live near Atlanta, Georgia with my husband, three children, and goldendoodle, Teddy.
Here are some extra tidbits about me:
I would never tell my Dad this, but he was right to make me go to the prom with my brother’s best friend, Mike. Had I gone with the guy I really wanted to go with, I definitely would have broken curfew (11:30) and I definitely wouldn’t have come home a virgin.
If I had a spare ten minutes every day, I would troll the internet looking at art by and featuring African Americans. I’m obsessed. Romare Bearden is my favorite; to me, his work—especially his collages—is absolutely magical. And these days, I’m really digging Tamara Natalie Madden, Franks Deceus, and April Harrison. Alas, I’m too broke to buy their art, and can NEVER find that spare 10 minutes because I’m too busy writing.
If money was no object, I’d buy an original Romare Bearden (as explained in the entry above this one).
I work from home these days—no getting dressed up, no traffic, no wasting money on expensive lunches, no annoying co-workers (my dog Teddy is the perrrfect officemate!). But if I sit down to my MacBook and I don’t have gummy bears, double bubble bubble gum and a Hersey’s chocolate bar with almonds? Oh, it’s a situation. Everything must stop until I get my fix. There’s magic in that sugar!
If I had my way when I was little, I would have grown up to be an architect and interior designer. Alas, my Physics grades sucked, so I ended up using my left brain in other ways (writing) and, for kicks, rearranging the furniture and drooling over Ethan Allen, zgallerie and Williams Sonoma furniture.
I am talented, sweet, no-nonsense, thoughtful, and a bit of a procrastinator —#workingonthat. And while I love my face and round hips, this baby weight is k-i-l-l-i-n-g me. (Yeah, my youngest child is 7—and? #whatsyourpoint?)
If I were granted three wishes from an angel, it would be to see my mom one last time, so that she could see the beautiful flowers her grandbabies have become, so that I could thank her for her grace, wisdom, and firm hand, all of which have factored greatly in my accomplishments and the woman, wife, and mother I’ve become, and so that I could tell her just one more time how much I love her. With that, I wouldn’t need any more wishes.
When I think no one is looking, I sang, chile—loud and strong and wrong. Especially if it’s a Stevie Wonder song. Stevie makes me happy!"
You can reach Denene at MyBrownBaby (http://www.mybrownbaby.blogspot.com) or
on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/mybrownbaby. You can also read some of her work at essence.com and parenting.com, and get her books at major traditional and online book stores.
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