Dow Jones Web Venture Conference
I’m in Redwood City, CA today after a late-night flight in from Boston. I’m speaking at the Dow Jones Web Venture Conference. We were invited to speak at this conference– one of only 50 or so startups around the world to be offered this opportunity.
I just finished my first talk– had a good crowd of around 25-30 people. While that doesn’t sound very large, keep in mind that the people who come to this conference are qualified venture investors. Getting in front of 25 of them at once is a very efficient way to tell the Punchbowl story.
The conference is very well organized — Charles is running from room to room making sure that everything runs on time. I really appreciate that, as it ensures that each presenter has ample time to speak.
One random story: in my jet-lagged state, I made a bagel in the toaster downstairs in the lobby. Soon after I put the bagel in the toaster, I was introduced to someone. A few minutes later, I smelled the burning toast… doh! I’m really glad I didn’t burn down the Sofitel Redwood City. I’m not sure if our insurance covers that.
I’ll be in the SF area today, Wed and Thurs. If you think it would be mutually beneficial to meet with me while I’m here, drop me a line.
I’m off to go do my talk again. Just need to rewind my brain and hit play.
