I’ll be teaching a few sessions at the annual Boulder Writers Alliance Expo on September 22, 2009. It’s an information exchange and networking event for communications professionals held on the mezzanine of the Hotel Boulderado at 2115 13th Street, Boulder, Colorado on Tuesday, September 22 from 6 to 9 p.m.
I’ve gone as an attendee for several years and for the price of $10 ($5 for students, free for BWA members and experts) it’s a bargain. Heck, you can go for the delicious free food (with cash bar) or just to network with BWA members and other communications experts, representatives from business, colleges, and government organizations, and people interested in becoming a more diverse professional or improving their organization's communications. Make sure to stay for the sessions – you’ll walk away with some terrific handouts and much practical knowledge.
A Key Networking Event for Communications Professionals
(From the press release) Join the Boulder Writers Alliance (BWA) as it hosts its annual Expo, featuring discussion sessions with local communications experts who can answer your questions about a variety of communications areas, including social media, marketing, Web design, usability, and creative and technical writing. Learn about the latest developments in the world of communications, discover valuable solutions to common business challenges, network with colleagues, and establish new relationships with respected professionals. The BWA Expo is open to the public.
Expert Sessions
The BWA Expo’s Expert Sessions are mini-presentations provided by members and other recognized experts in several communications-related areas. This is an ideal opportunity to learn helpful tips and practical techniques to help you work more efficiently and more profitably, and maybe get just the lift you need to take that next step in your career.
Topics this year include:
- Data mining LinkedIn to market your business
- Transitioning from Word 2003 to Word 2007
- Search engine optimization basics
- Ways to monetize your blog and market it (that’s me!)
- The role of usability in Web startup efforts
- Move over text: video meets topic-based documentation
- Getting your nonfiction book published
- Writing genre fiction
Check the BWA Web site for the latest update of all the sessions offered and their times. Early arrival is suggested, as some discussion tables will fill quickly.
Book Exchange
The BWA Expo will also offer its traditional book exchange, so bring a book to share and take home one that is new to you. The book exchange is a great way to build your library and expand your knowledge in many areas of writing.
Resume Exchange
In addition to the educational options, the BWA Expo offers outstanding networking opportunities. Attendees are welcome to bring their resume, business cards, and any literature about their business or profession. There will be a table where you can leave such information, as well as pick up information about others.
About BWA
The Boulder Writers Alliance (BWA) is a nonprofit organization of communications professionals located in Boulder and throughout Colorado. Members specialize in all facets of writing and communications, including technical and marketing writing, fiction and journalism, editing, graphic arts, multimedia, and Web sites. BWA provides education, networking, and marketing opportunities for members, and connects writers with employers through the BWA site at www.bwa.org.
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Boulder Writers Alliance
P.O. Box 18342
Boulder, CO 80308-1342
http://www.bwa.org
Contact: Mary Headley
303-652-1752 or mkheadley80503@yahoo.com
