As we begin the planning stages for WordCamp Chicago – it will be extremely helpful for us to know how many people are interested in attending. So, before we start official registrations – help us out and leave a comment here and let us know that you plan to rock the WordCamp Chicago!
Many thanks, in advance ~ the WordCamp Chicago team
I am definitely interested!
I am interested as well.
I think I can speak for the Des Moines, IA crowd and say there are several that would be interested in attending!
Me me me!!!
I’ll be there.
My only concern is that this is close to the SOBCon’09 event– I probably can only afford to attend one, not both…
@Karen – we’re not sure on the date yet. I know that SOBCon is in May. We’re still in the planning stages for a time/date – your feedback helps. thanks!
It would be cool to have it back to back with SOBCon (exhausting, though) for those of us flying in for the event. Two weekends of bloggy fun would be terrific – would save on airfare.
This is so exciting. Let me know how I can help!
@Karen: I don’t know what they have planned, but WordCamps are supposed to be free or really low cost. In Chicago, it should be easy to find sponsors and keep it unconferency, which is what has worked beautifully for many WordCamp events, keeping the cost really low. $20-$25 is normal. I hope they can do the same here.
Lorelle – thanks for plug on wordcamp.info! Hmm .. back to back w/ SOBCon – – if we could just sneak a barcamp in the weekdays in between, we could get sufficiently exhausted. haha 🙂
Thank you for your offer to help, as well – we will most definitely be in touch.
@Karen – we absolutely intend on keeping costs way low on this.. free, if at all possible! We’ll update here as soon as we have specifics and such 🙂
There’s a bunch of us in Milwaukee who are considering doing a Wordcamp up here, and I’m pretty sure some would love to come and check out WordCampChicago.
Excellent news, Sam – – I’m in the West Bend area, so I’d be very interested in knowing that the Milw. area was organizing a WordCamp 🙂
i’m definitely interested. for chicago and/or milwaukee wordcamp 🙂
Definitely interested! Also in the Milwaukee area… but would be willing to head down to Chicago for a Wordcamp!
PS- also willing to help
I’d definitely attend and would also be willing to help in any way I can (social media, press releases, journalistic needs, etc).
Count me in. Just last night I was saying how we need to bring wordcamp to Milwaukee. I’ll be there in Chicago, and then hope to plan one in Milwaukee after learning a little more from you guys.
Scott / twitter: @offordscott
I don’t see the dates. I would LOVE to come though and if I can swing it, I’ll be there!
I’m interested but depends on the cost?
Definitely interested, but this things needs a date.
@Jeramey you’re telling me 🙂 We are inches away from confirming a date on this – we’re just waiting for confirmation on one thing, and we’ll be ready to announce it!
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I am in. What can I do to help?
Matt Kern
mk@mattkern.com
I love Chicago! We’re coming down from Toronto!
I’m in!
>>I’m in!
Copycat…
I’ve been waiting for a WordCamp in Chicago for a while! It’s awesome that it’s coming to my hometown! I definitely want to be there…let me know if there’s anything I can do to help out.
You’ve got my support, sounds great.
I’m in Chicago + I live/breathe WordPress = ATTENDING. If you guys need help on the ground here, holla at a brother.
Count me in – I’d be willing to volunteer in anyway possible as I live in the Burbs of Chicago.
Jeff
I am definitely interested in the WordCamp in Chicago. Let me know when the schedule is set.
I am interested in coming. It all depends on the price. I am near Detroit so it is only a short drive away for me. I just started using WordPress and I am extremely excited about its potential.
It’s been around 11 days since this last post… Any news about the timeline/status/planning of your event? Have you narrowed it down to a certain month, etc?
We’re still working on the timeline/location. We have narrowed it down to June. Brian is arranging the venue – – and he is currently at sea on a cruise with his wife, and our other co-organizer, Cory Miller. Soon as those two clowns get back on land – – we’ll be able to get together and solidify plans.
Hang tight – we’re getting there 🙂
Please count me in!
Hey,
How do we apply to do a presentation? – email me!
I would be able to make it from Australia if it was in the later months (November / December)
Cheers
I’d make a trip down to Chicago from Saginaw, MI.
I will definitely be there!
I am going to try my best to get up there. I love Chicago, and I love WordPress!
I’d love to make it if I my schedule allows!
I’m definitely there! As soon as I found out the date and exact location, I’ll be booking my room. More than likely I will be bringing a few others. Awaiting more details…
I’d love to come – I am interested in SEO and blogging, as well as using WP as a CMS for small business.
Count me in!
any new info?
depending on the dates, i will be there!
I’ll be there.
I’ll make it!
I am definitely interested in attending this event as well. I just wonder if the event will happen in June which may conflict with WordCamp Dallas. I’ll have to choose between which one to go to which isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
Sounds like a plan! If it’s warm enough I’ll ride their on one of my bikes.
Depending on the cost and schedule, I might be interested.
I’m definitely interested in attending. I Love Chicago (the art, the food, the industrial science museum, the food)! I’ll check back and I’m on the RSS feed. One thing I would strongly recommend is working out a hotel contract with *very* reasonable room rates for attendees. Chicago is one of the most expensive cities in the U.S. attending conferences (not as bad as SF, but 1 of the top 5).
If you need any hotel negotiation tips, feel free to drop me a line.
Late to the party but … I’ve never been to one of these before and I’m interested. And I’m in Chi!
Interested for sure
I’ll be there!!
Based on when it’s going down, I may be interested in flying in to check out the event.
I will almost certainly be there, even though I’ve moved to texas. Some members Blueprint will be there.
Will I be attending? OF COURSE!
I’m sooo glad you guys are organizing this here in Chicago. Can’t wait!
Count me in. I’m also local and can volunteer if needed.
I live in Chicago and love WordPress. I’m in!!!
Long time WP’er, first time camper. I write my syndicated column in WP, so could certainly share some stories.
And not to spam (delete this comment – mods) but I need to learn to type a bit better. (URL was incorrect)
I will definitely be there.
I’d love to come back to my old stomping grounds and hang with some fellow WP aficianados!
Ken Ivey,
MidTN Technology
Murfreesboro, TN
If the river doesn’t rise, I’ll be there. Too many sites to name so I’ll just use my new (not fully operational) Niagara Falls website.
I’m interested. Keep me posted.
I’m definitely interested in attending!
I’m definitely interested. My boss is asking for information (dates, cost, etc.) so we can “discuss” reimbursment!
I’d love to come!
I’m new-ish to WordPress and am in Chicago so would be interested in attending.
I’m definitely planning on attending Word Camp Chicago. And since I’m local, let me know if you need volunteers.
Thanks!
I am interested in attending. I have some questions related to attending, so who should I contact?
Hi Mark – hit our contact form to send an email with your questions – one of us will get back to you with the answers you need. thanks.
I just signed up and will be attending. Thanks to all for putting this together!