Adult Webmaster Gatherings 2005 - A Klixxx Industry Preview
Another year is upon us already - ripe with opportunities, new ideas and plenty of unique ways to expand our businesses in the ever-changing world that is the adult online industry. A great way to stay on top of all the changes and innovations that are revealed throughout the year is to attend industry gatherings. There are many to choose from - the large and the small, the mid-sized and intimate vacation themes - no matter what your pleasure, you can be assured that there is something available to satisfy your needs.
Every year, it seems, there are more and more events being added to our calendars. Some are definitely worth our time, while others end up being nothing more than a way to party, re-connect with old friends and spend a weekend networking. Not that there's anything wrong with networking... quite the contrary! Networking is essential to getting business done in this fast-paced, quick-moving industry. What you need to do is take a look at each event carefully, think about what you want to get out of it - whether it be education, networking, traffic trading, deal-making, or some other goal - and make your decisions based upon these goals. It might be said that every industry event is worth attending merely for the contacts to be made and for the opportunity to generate revenue out of future deals with those contacts - and that is very true. However, for the webmaster on a budget - or for a new company just starting out - you will definitely want to review your options, make informed choices and select gatherings to attend based upon your goals, your budget and your time.
That's where Klixxx Magazine comes in! You can look forward to a full preview of the industry's events every year - and can utilize the archives available on our website at www.klixxx.com - to find reviews of shows, events, parties and gatherings from previous years. You can also check out our online event calendar at www.klixxx.com/calendar.shtml for a live, up-to-date listing of all industry events both locally and worldwide.
YP Jamaica 2005
Date: February 17-21, 2005
Location: Negril, Jamaica
Sponsors: YNOTMasters.com, LightSpeedCash.com, TNACash.com, WebCamCash.com, CamZ.com, SammySmack.com, VirtuContent.com, ItsYourPorn.com, HotLipsCash.com and PineappleCash.com
What to Expect: Formerly known as Dokk's Negril 'Net Bash since 2000, this year's gathering will be the inaugural YP Jamaica event. Prepare to party, have a blast and work on your tan while getting to know program owners, webmasters and other industry professionals for this extra long 5-day weekend getaway from the cold winters up North.
An opening night cocktail party, sponsored jet ski cruise, Jungle groove party, catamaran cruise, cliff diving - PLUS sponsored brunches, lunches and dinners give attendees plenty of opportunities to enjoy and let their hair down.
To register for this full-filled event, contact LAJay direct via jay@ynot.com to square away the details and get paid up. Packages start as low as $250 per person on up to an $800 per person deal, including 5 days/4 nights hotel, registration and access to all YP sponsored meals, drinks, activities and parties. There are four local hotels to choose from that the group will be staying at, however space is limited. Advance payment is required, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
For more information visit www.wypd.com/jamaica/ or contact LAJ direct via jay@ynot.com.
Webmaster Access Cancun
Date: March 9-12, 2005
Location: Cancun, Mexico
Sponsors: Adult.com, EpochSystems.com, TopBucks.com and SilverCash.com
What to Expect: Now in the midst of its 2nd full season of webmaster oriented events, the Webmaster Access series is growing in popularity. Launched by GFY and Adult.com owner Lensman back in fall 2003, Webmaster Access visits several cities throughout the year.
Their first 2005 stop will be Cancun, Mexico and will be a blend of partying, networking and fun. Not a seminar-driven experience, as we've experienced at their Webmaster Access West (Santa Monica, California) events, this Cancun Getaway is more of a relaxed, fun-filled networking experience rather than the typical down-to-business gathering.
Expect to enjoy opportunities such as deep-sea fishing, exotic content shoots, networking on the beach plus dozens of other available activities. Nightly gatherings for cocktails and sponsored parties will be made available to attendees, hosted in some of the largest clubs in the world.
Registration to attend this Cancun Adventure is not needed/required. However, all attendees will be responsible for their own travel/lodging/meals while at this event. Attendees will be staying at the famous OMNI Cancun Hotel & Villas Resort. A special rate is available for attendees through February 15th, 2005. You can book online at www.omnihotels.com or call 1-800-843-6664 using the booking code 70289 under WEBMASTER GROUP.
For more information visit www.webmasteraccess.com for a full list of activities, online registration and additional details. For sponsorship info or other questions, contact eric@adult.com direct.
The Phoenix Forum
Date: March 31 - April 2, 2005
Location: Tempe, AZ (Phoenix Area)
Sponsors: ATKCash.com, EpochSystems.com, MenMagazine.com, NetBilling.com, StraightBoysFucking.com, PuppyCash.com, NakedSword.com, Klixxx Magazine, Cybersocket.com, CCBill.com, CaveCreek.com and DRMNetworks.com.
What to Expect: With many years of growing excellence under its belt, The Phoenix Forum has truly emerged as an extremely beneficial, must-attend annual event. Re-locating this year from Scottsdale to the beautiful Tempe Mission Palms Resort - new events, unique opportunities and innovative educational experiences will help make this event an even more invaluable experience.
A welcome reception in the resort courtyard, sponsored luncheons, parties both on and off-site and the infamous Closing Bash by the Pool are just some of the events that attendees have to look forward to at The Phoenix Forum. Known for its unique blend of educational and networking opportunities, this mid-size-but-growing desert event will satisfy the needs and goals of every attendee.
Registration to this event is FREE and includes admission to the new Webmaster Tutorial Series, 2 full days of conferences, seminars and panels, admission to all parties and events, a daily buffet lunch and an all-day (9am-5pm) Break Station featuring munchies and beverages for attendees. Registered guests will also receive free access to an online archived web-cast of the event discussion panels courtesy of DRMNetworks.com and of course, direct access to hundreds of adult webmasters and industry service providers.
Special hotel rates are available through the Tempe Mission Palms Resort to registered attendees and are open on a first-come, first-serve basis. Register FREE for enrollment to this event early online to ensure that there is room for you and your business associates.
For more information, registration and details visit www.thephoenixforum.com. For information on sponsorship opportunities or for other questions, please contact inquiries@thephoenixforum.com direct.
AOE Expo
Date: April 20 - 22, 2005
Location: Prague, Czech Repulic
Sponsors: SexMoby, Netpond.com, NetpondCash.com, CCBill.com and Deltino.com
What to Expect: Now in its 5th year - its 2nd in Prague - AOExpo.com is still considered the only "genuinely independent" industry gathering that brings together leading US and European webmasters, providers and global networks from both the online and mobile adult entertainment market. The AOE series of hotel-based shows works to create a unique 24-hour atmosphere, inviting attendees to network, meet new people and have fun all at the same time.
Activities are planned throughout the weekend including hospitality suites, daily exhibition cocktails and lavish sponsored evening events - AOE achieves its goal of combining business and pleasure with great success. Not for the faint of heart - the fast-paced schedule of the AOE gatherings are for the serious business-minded professional that works hard to close deals - and party even harder!
Conferences and seminars on hot industry topics and issues will be provided to attendees throughout the daytime schedule of the event. A full-service exposition hall will also be made available for attendees who wish to browse the sponsored companies' booths and find out more about their businesses.
Registration covers all 3-days of the event, however there are no single day passes available. Online registration discounts will be available prior to the show via the AOE website. You may buy passes on-site the day of the show, but it will cost more. Conferences, parties and other scheduled show events are all covered with registration costs.
For more information or to register online, visit www.aoexpo.com. For details on how you can become a sponsor, exhibitor or for other attendance questions, please contact john@aoexpo.com direct.
Webmaster Access North
Date: May 6 - 8, 2005
Location: Montreal, Quebec (Canada)
Sponsors: Adult.com, EpochSystems.com, TopBucks.com and SilverCash.com
What to Expect: This is Webmaster Access' first time visiting Montreal, one of the hottest cities in the Northeast. This event will combine the party-like atmosphere and location-based fun of the Cancun Getaway with the more traditional conference-style event that attendees have seen at the Webmaster Access West show in Southern California.
Planned conferences, seminars and panels will be announced as the show draws near, bringing attendees the opportunity to hear industry experts and program representatives speak out on hot topics, issues and concerns. If this event is anything like the one experienced in California in fall of 2004, it will offer panels on such topics as legal issues, affiliate program promotion, content use, newbie start-up basics and a state of the industry commentary.
Watch the Webmaster Access website in the coming months for your opportunity to find out more about plans for this event and to register online. Bookmark www.webmasteraccess.com to stay informed of any new information or contact eric@adult.com for details on how you can become a sponsor of these events.
Cybernet Expo
Date: June 12 - 15, 2005
Location: San Diego, California
Sponsors: Embalaw.com, NetBilling.com, Adult.com, WebCamCash.com, CamZ.com, The PhoenixForum.com, Klixxx Magazine, YNOTMasters.com - and a long list of other sponsors and supporters.
What to Expect: With 8 years of industry exposition experience to draw on, Cybernet Expo is definitely a must-attend event for webmasters and industry service providers. Back in San Diego for its second year, Cybernet promises to be even bigger and more productive than ever before. Another mid-size-but-growing event, Cybernet Expo attracts attendees from all over the globe, and successfully taps into the ever-booming Southern California market.
In its new location at the beautiful Shelter Pointe Hotel on Shelter Island, Cybernet Expo attendees will be taking up over 90% of the hotel's rooms on the tip of Shelter Island with no other events planned for the hotel at this time. This will give attendees and sponsors the freedom to move about the hotel and to party way into the night.
Speaking of parties - the event kicks off with a welcome party, hosts a unique mixer that gives attendees the opportunity to get to know industry service programs better - and of course the traditional closing party. All parties are sponsored events, and all attendees are welcome to attend.
Seminars and workshops are planned and will cover hot topics and issues such as traffic generation, affiliate program promotion, content usage, legal issues and newbie basics. Due to its combination of education and networking, Cybernet Expo is an excellent opportunity for both new and seasoned webmasters.
Online registration will be available January 2005 and is an all-inclusive rate giving attendees access to all event parties, seminars, workshops and functions. For more information on registration, sponsorship opportunities and attendance, please visit www.cybernetexpo.com. All other inquiries may contact Jay Kopita direct via sponsors@cybernetexpo.com.
With six globally diverse industry events on the calendar for the first half of 2005, the year is already shaping up to be a busy one. Experienced webmasters and program owners know how important it is to get involved - to become a part of the community. If you are new to the business and find yourself geographically near one of the above events, it would definitely be in your best interest to attend. If there are no events planned near you and you are unable to afford to travel at this stage of your business, please check back in May when we will be highlighting the events planned for the second half of the year. Already in the works are more European, US, Mexico and Canadian locations. There's bound to be something in your area - or at least a short travel distance - this season.
For tips on how to make the most out of your industry event experience, turn to the archives at Klixxx.com. We have lots of articles written by industry professionals who have attended dozens of these gatherings over the years. Tips on networking, what to bring, what to wear, how to present yourself, and even tips for exhibiting/sponsoring an event for the first time are posted.
For more details on the above listed events including sponsorships added after the writing of this article, newly added seminars/panels/conferences and registration discounts/offers, please visit the respective websites listed above.
Your Klixxx Magazine representatives hope to meet many of our readers at the 2005 industry events!
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