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Innovation Matters: October 9, 2007 | Volume 1 | Issue 1

The Insider: Elizabeth Gilbert

Elizabeth Gilbert, author of the New York Times #1 Best Seller Eat, Pray, Love, debuts as a keynote speaker at the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit on October 5, 2009 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. Ms. Gilbert’s speech on “Creativity without Drama” will challenge the idea that creative people must suffer for their artistry in order to be taken seriously, and will emphasize the importance of teaching and practicing creativity without embracing distracting dramas along the way.

“We are so pleased to announce Elizabeth Gilbert as a keynote speaker, and are thrilled to have her speech open the Summit,” said Innovation Philadelphia President and CEO Kelly Lee. “She has tremendous insight when it comes to discovering your creative abilities and we know our attendees will learn a lot from her about embracing the creative process.”

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Spotlight: Neen James

Neen James, MBA CSP, is an international productivity expert known for her ability to deliver information with credibility, personality and a genuine sense of fun. She is a high energy speaker who educates, entertains, and engages audiences across the globe. Find out more and subscribe to her productivity Ezine at http://neenjames.com. Neen will also be presenting at the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit on the panel, “Making an Impact with your Personal Brand” on October 6, 2009 at 10:30am.

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Two weeks to register for the Summit!

Only two weeks until the 2nd Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit! With so many registration options, speakers, panels, and workshops, there is something for everyone. Full Summit registration is only $225 and includes access to all keynotes, sessions, tours, receptions, and meals.

Prefer to skip the bells and whistles and just cut to the chase? If so, register for the No Frills package and attend the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit for only $75! The No Frills registration includes access to all Summit-related panels, workshops, and presentations, but does NOT include some of the fancy “extras” such as meals and drinks.

For all you workaholics out there who can’t escape the office to attend the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit, fear not! This year we are offering events through the day including lunch and in the evening that are FREE and open to the public.

Join us for our “meet ups” and “unconference sessions” to network with Summit panelists, attendees and learn about the topics discussed at the Summit.

Monday, Oct. 5, 2009
2:00-3:30pm – Bloblive: An Open Mic for Entrepreneurs

Moderator: Ami Kassar, CIO, Advanta Corp.
You know that great idea you have? We want to help you get it going! Come to Bloblive, grab the mic and hit the crowd with your best elevator pitch. You’ll find advice and feedback from a roomful of people focused on trying to help your idea grow. www.bloblive.com

8:00-10:00pm – Meet-Up at National Mechanics
This open-to-the-public Meet Up provides an opportunity for Summit attendees, speakers and members of Philadelphia’s entire creative community to come together, discuss topics and ideas from the Summit, and network with each other. The Meet Up will be an informal gathering over drinks and conversation where new and old friends can gather and where ideas can begin to turn into action.

Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
12:00-1:30pm – Unconference Gab-Fest on Creativity

This is a great opportunity to continue conversations made during earlier sessions, meet presenters, network with fellow creative professionals, and share ideas about Summit topics and tracks. Open and free to the public, Summit attendees can both submit topics beforehand and sign up for the discussions they are interested in.

For more information and to register for the Summit, including the FREE events, visit www.gcecs2009.com

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Your Opinion Counts

Local creative professionals were asked, what sector has the most need for a technology overhaul? The results are in:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For the upcoming Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit, what tracks are you most looking forward to?
A. Creative Economy 201
B. Creative Entrepreneurship
C. Creative 21st Century Workforce
D. Creative Sustainability
E. Creative Technologies

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