Yes, WordCamp Detroit is officially happening.
This is the local WordPress event of the year.
A WordCamp offers something for everyone; especially web developers, content producers, designers, hosting companies, SEO pros, UX strategists, and project managers.
We’ve waited 6 long years.
Did you know that this will be Detroit’s first WordCamp in 6 years? Yes, 6 years! And the excitement is real. April 28th cannot come fast enough.
Bringing together 100+ WordPress professionals and enthusiasts in one place for one weekend is hard work but it is worth doing.
So… how can I help?
You can volunteer, present a talk, buy a ticket, and share the news of this event on Social Media. Those are all helpful and great ways to get involved.
In order to keep this event affordable, the volunteer-led team relies on sponsorships from individuals and companies (large and small).
Sponsorship helps keep ticket prices low and keep the learning accessible to many. Sponsorships help pay for event space, food, videography and all of the supplies needed.
One of the best ways to support WordCamp is to become a sponsor.
For as little as $150, you or your company can be listed as a sponsor on the WordCamp website, in social media and in spotlight blog posts. Depending on the level of sponsorship you choose, you’ll get even more perks and and recognition. Read all about it below.
There are so many good reasons to sponsor WordCamp. We’ve listed a few below for you.
Why Should I Sponsor WordCamp Detroit?
1. Get Noticed
By becoming a sponsor, your company’s name is on the top of everyone’s mind before, during and after the conference.
- In the weeks leading up to the event your business will be featured on the WordCamp Detroit website, blog posts and on social media. (Ask your SEO pro about the benefits of these mentions. You might be surprised.)
- Sponsor tables will be prominent and visible by all attendees.
- And lastly, you’ll have a chance to be remembered far into the future with your company’s branded product included in the swag bags that everyone loves to take back to the office.
2. Meet Face to Face
Being a sponsor is a great ice breaker.
Attendees are curious to know more about the sponsoring companies. You’ll get to chat with attendees and potential customers authentically in a way you couldn’t elsewhere and online.
WordCamp is more than a series of talks. The time spent interacting with people outside the sessions is a critical part of the WordCamp experience. Being a sponsor is a terrific ice breaker, so make the most of your networking opportunities by being recognized out of the crowd.
What can you talk about? There’s all sorts of things:
Market Research.
Attendees are happy to talk with you, give you immediate feedback and help you improve your product pitch. Market research never looked so easy!
Talent Search.
Are you hiring? Your local WordPress pros might be looking for a job, and ready to talk with you about the opportunities at your company. Hire developers who attend local learning events. Those are the ones who will stay up to date on the latest tools and trends.
3. Meet Detroit & Detroiters
While the tech scene in Detroit keeps growing and changing fast, it is entrepreneurs and tech professionals who have a front row seat. Ask them questions – get real answers about tech careers in Detroit and local trends they are noticing.
Take this opportunity see the city of Detroit for yourself and meet members of the local tech community.
There is a kind of magic when the community comes together in events like these – not just to learn but to forge stronger connections amongst businesses, content makers and creative entrepreneurs.
The venue, Grand Circus is centrally located in Downtown Detroit, overlooking Grand Circus park and convenient to public transportation including the QLine and the People Mover. That means you’re a hop and a skip from some of Detroit’s finest sights, architecture, restaurants and entertainment.
4. Return the Favor
If you’re reading this, you have benefited from WordPress. Your business has benefited from WordPress. The open source software that runs WordPress has made careers possible that were not possible before publishing on the web was as easy as it is now. WordPress has allowed writers to publish their writing, freelancers to specialize, plugin developers to make a living, hosting companies to win new customers.
Thanks to WordPress we have incredible opportunities. For many, WordPress has meant food on our tables and a roof over our heads.
We’re part of something much bigger than any of of us could make by ourselves.
Let’s keep this talented community of people growing and learning and sharing what we’ve learned.
5. Did We Mention Free stuff?
Free Tickets.
Sponsorship packages include free tickets to the conference, including lunch and afterparty. The # of tickets varies, based on sponsorship level.
Free Swag.
Everybody likes loves swag, and WordCampers look forward to bringing a bag of souvenirs home. Give them something that they can put to good use when they return to the office.
Free Learning.
When you attend a WordCamp, the knowledge is all around you. You’re sure to learn something new about the industry, tools or tricks that you can apply in your work.
So, what are you waiting for?
Sponsorship starts as low as $150. Now that’s a great deal lower than the price of most tech conference tickets.
Questions?
We look forward to seeing you in Detroit in April.
Not up for sponsoring but still want to participate? You can apply to speak or become a volunteer.