DISQUS

Hung · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I could use the warm weather. It's cold here in Michigan...

Doug Vanisky · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…I believe it will greatly enhance my superpowers.

John Simpson · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I love tech...and it's cold here in St. Louis.

Misty Faucheux · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I really want to play with items that I probably won't be able to afford any time soon, and... I'm tired of being stuck in my at-home office. =)

Joerg · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because, it is an amazing event!

Greg · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm stuck out here on the east coast currently and would love an excuse to head out west. Also, I enjoy hearing about "the next big thing" and there should be a lot of those there.

Tabetha Wallace · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because...that's where the ninjas meet, right?

nariposa · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference for the lulz.

Baris · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…

... I am broke having put all my money in my startup :-)

tbox302 · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because we are on the ever-expanding cusp of the next great technological frontier, and I wanna be there to see it!

Shahzad · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the demo because I sincerely feel thats its gonna be a BIG thing as far as latest technologies are concerned. I cant afford to miss it anyways..

Nathan Hall · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'd love to see what new and innovative technologies are around the corner.

Craig Huffstetler · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I want to learn, write and tell the world. Simple as that!

Jesse Friedman · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I want to MASH the best emerging technology information into my brain in under 3 days. There's only one way to do that!

Ramya · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it showcases web x.0 to the fullest and noone should miss the way the web looks in the real world !!

David Winograd · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the Demo 09 emerging technology conference because I'm jonesing for something new that plugs in and lights up.

laura mazer · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I am a tech-wonk junkie with app-dev aspirations and a near-fanatical obsession with What Comes Next. Plus I will live twitter the show like no mashable groupie has ever twitter before.

Lauren Polinsky · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm bringing my company into 2009 with the belief that emerging technology is what we need to invest in. I can't pitch what I don't know, right?

Tony B · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I only need another hour or two on a plane to finally figure out why those %#^$ bags do NOT inflate... even though oxygen is flowing!

Isaacson · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the Demo 09 emerging technology conference because my life is a empty meaningless pathetic pitiful pit of putrid poo. Winning this will be the only thing that will restore hope and joy.

If you don't give me those passes, you will be responsible for destroying my soul.

Also, if I don't get those passes i'll be stuck going to techcrunch 50, which kinda sucks.

Patrik Maran · 10 months ago

“I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because….”
I'm really really tired of reading Kawasaki's books on the subject-and I really really need some inspiration :-

Dorothy Carlow · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because in 2008 I learned:
1.) Salvation Army Santa Clauses are FRAUDS
2.) Sled riding off the roof causes SNOW EYE
3.) Pyramid Marketing Schemes are exactly that - SCHEMES
4.) GMC is NOT giving cars away - even though my daddy told me so

AND after having learned all of this, well let's just say I need a pick me up!

Ben Parr · 10 months ago

Good luck to everyone. I can't wait to read some of the responses.

Renée · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…
1) It's in California
2) Love of technology
3) Networking

Ben · 10 months ago

... because Its fun to watch venture capitalists and start-uprenuers sling stories about "new" technology, untold riches and hidden treasure. Nothing goes better with free food than hubris!

Syed Balkhi · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I love interacting with people in the tech. industry. I have attended multiple conferences and I always seem to learn something new. I believe that knowledge is the best way to succeed, so I think this would be a great conference for me to attend.

Jason Moffatt · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…

I'm a NETWORKING WHORE!

Now that networking may take place as we close down the bar while sipping Long Islands, but hey... that's where the real deals are made anyhow (or overheard when a excited genius spill his guts and ideas over 2 Coronas).

Anyhow, Demo 09 is just about 2 hours from my pad. I was planning on going anyway. However, if Mashable were to grant me a pass I'd take a camera along and do some "reporting" while in attendance.

Maybe a couple video podcasts, article write-ups, and of course plugging Mashable for pimping me out with a ticket.

But most of all, I just love being around smart people who are innovative and have desire to build tools that bring all of us humans closer together. I have no doubt that it will be the internet and tech related things that bridge together many of the differences we have across the globe. I believe things such as peace are much more possible because of rapid advancements in communication in the tech world.

So in closing, I wanna hook up with these people. Rub shoulders with them. Share ideas. Develop friends and colleagues. Then, share these experiences with others.

That's about it.

Peace

J-Mo

Glenn · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because, wait, isn't the new Halo coming out that day? I've already asked for those days off work just to beat Halo Wars. You can imagine the looks I got for that one. OMG this is rough. Well, it would be nice to see what the brightest minds in technology are developing. Mostly because I am always looking for new ways to tell stories using the Internet.
I am willing to sacrifice the first few Halo release days for a Demo experience if you pick me. Just do me a favor if you do. Ignore me if I start rolling on the ground or foaming at the mouth. I'll be going through withdrawals.

Rachel · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I like toys...fabulous, nerdy toys.

Michael Gaigg · 10 months ago

...because my ideas keep me rotating at night and I'm in urgent need of creative feedback and collaboration.

Matthew Zito · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO '09 conference because I enjoy wagering on startup success with my friends and industry acquaintances. There's real money at stake, and I think I can get an edge on a whole new crop of candidates by attending DEMO '09.

Think about it like the oddsmakers in vegas attending spring training in the NFL!

Karen Leary · 10 months ago

“I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because… I work with emerging technology and I want to learn about the stuff on the cutting edge first hand.

jeremiah · 10 months ago

Maybe Woz will demo Fusion-io. Plus, I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because "three majestic mountain ranges provide a dramatic backdrop to the spectacular property." I can;t wait to have my tent "situated on 450 acres of lushly landscaped grounds and lagoons".

Jeff O'Hara · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I have a start-up and would like to network with other founders of new start-ups.

Dann Ledwick · 10 months ago

I am the CEO of a stealth-mode web application startup (I personally met Pete at the last mixer in S.F. before he went to Europe and gave him my elevator pitch). We are just getting to our Alpha product finished, and plan to be have a Beta program launched by Summer. We are currently living off of fumes in terms of funding and have eight full-time, people passionately committed to greatness and developing a product that will create meaning, value and excitement with our target audience.

We are doing whatever it takes to succeed in this economy as we live our dream of creating a company that has the potential of becoming profitable within our first year. My wife and I just had a baby girl (so our life has been all about new things), and my 11 y/o son asks me every week how many users we have, are we at revenue yet.... and are we going to be bought by Google soon? :)

Back in 1.0, I was the CEO of a startup that saw $5 Million and 75 employees go away into the black hole of 2000-01. By getting our company exposed to the latest and greatest of what is going on in today's marketplace will give us complete perspective and continued drive to succeed. Demo '09 will provide that ramp up to get us there!

Danielle Farrar · 10 months ago

Dear Tamar,

I would like to attend DEMO because two years ago, when I was working for a tiny, underfunded start-up, most of the company went down to present and I had to stay up in San Mateo slogging away at *actual* work when they were down there whooping it up and rubbing shoulders with the brilliant minds driving the most ground-breaking technology.

But I'm smart! And fun! And now I work for a behemoth corporation that has no reasonable chances of going to DEMO! And now I live in LA and have friends who live in the Palm Desert, so it would be soooooooooo fun and perfect and wonderful!

In fact, here's what I'll offer as a light bribe: I'm a social networking/marketing geek. If you send me there, I'll write candid yet amusing remarks about every shred of social networking technology that I find amazing, dynamic, cool, and groundbreaking. It'll be hard to do, yes, but you'll deserve it.

So, to summarize, you'd be granting a wish to a social networking geek AND you'd be getting some content for your blog. What more could you possibly ask?

Photos? Oh yes, I love taking photos.

Enthusiastically yours,
Danielle

Philip Hotchkiss · 10 months ago

because I want to be immersed in innovation and share what I've learned as a startup entrepreneur and CEO with those that could benefit most at Demo09!

gsicotte · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I've never been to one and I'm a sucker for new technology. :)

Andrew · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it would be a good opportunity to see new technologies in their infancy, as well as an opportunity to network with peers in the industry.

Joe Ranft · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…

I am the product and design director for a six-person start-up called UpDown.com and I'd love to see how other start-ups tell their story, because this is really one of the most important skills in building a business.

Ricky · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because my life sucks...

Robert · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it really is about who you know and this is an amazing opportunity to meet the future rockstars of tech.

PS And the amazing SoCal weather in March is a big help. Whoever planned the location deserves a gold star.

Kiko Cherman · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I love the tech industry and the startup world. I am a beginner entrepreneur myself. When I was young, I was already selling lemonades on the park. I adore discussing business ideas and seeing new things. DEMO has always been one of my favorites companies - brilliant products and companies comes out of it.

Jose Alonso · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it's a great way to go beyond lip service and actually be involved with the future tech leaders that will actually shape our generation. And in this economy that could keep your career from sinking to the bottomless pit of mediocrity.

David · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because a) I'm an International Affairs student at Penn State with an emphasis on S&T and b) I'm part of a young start-up back in Romania and the interaction with the tech innovation people is the best thing for me in both issues.

Ashish · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…my company will never be willing to pay for it. :-(

Tim Banks · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I like meeting others in the tech industry and listen to their innovative ideas. It gets my brain churning.

E. Gunay · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because "I want to live in a dream for three days"

Andy · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I need a break from work and my wife is having a baby so I have no money. If I don't get selected can you at least gift me a netbook.

I love Mashable.com and I'm following you on Twitter!

Jared · 10 months ago

40 DEMO companies were acquired over the last 4 years... This would be both a great learning opportunity, as well as a chance to witness history that I would not otherwise have the chance to experience. Of course I want to win a pass!

Trey · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because... who wouldn't?!?! Really, look at the great companies who we can trace their public beginnings back to that conference. I, like many others, savor the opportunity to attend!

CrisisBullshit · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm innovative, i can create new ideas (check my website), and i would feel among people in DEMO like at home.

Greg B · 10 months ago

I want to attend Demo, because I need to find a new way to flourish in this horrible economy.

Chase Blossom · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference so I can play hookie and go golfing.

Pablo Aquistapace · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because.... I'm live in MENDOZA - ARGENTINA and we have too litle oportunities (and is really expensive for us) to go to high impact events like DEMO.

Best!

Vandana Deep · 10 months ago

I would like to attend DEMO 09 because I like to keep a pulse on emerging technology.

Eric Fullerton · 10 months ago

In light of the state of the current economic forces....(insert rhetoric here)

Besides the obvious networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs, innovators, and top industry icons, it would be great to see some of the newest trends and ideas that will fuel the future growth of the internet/technology world...I have joined forces with a new sms marketing provider and want to test some of our social integration ideas with the wolves...

Not to mention that it would get me out of the winter doldrums of my home office and get to meet some of the Mashable crew. Besides that, I can breakdance like its 1989, fritter with the best of geeks, and will tweet-book-blog-tube-ping-press-spurl-lens-txt on behalf of your fine company....If that isn't good enough then you should pick me because I always wished I had a run-of-the-mill, but evocative, superhero-in-disguise name, like Alex Powers, Troy Stevens, Nicholas Sharpe, or PETE CASHMORE...

please...pick ----> me <-------

Jean McDowell · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because the internet is the most efficient medium to rehabilitate our economy from its current state, and anything related to that severely interests me.

Travis · 10 months ago

I'm making a career change. This would be a great opportunity to rub elbows with people that can show me the ropes all while getting to see the ultimate in tech. Currently unemployed & still in debt from college. The time is now! Time for CHANGE. DEMO represents emerging change and innovation. I want on board.

Hubie · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I participated in the TechCrunch50 conference in SF and I'd like to personally experience the DEMO conference and see for myself just which one is better.

Archana Patchirajan · 10 months ago

Because.. I want to achieve something in my career!

Jessica Nunemaker · 10 months ago

Remember the water cooler? Yeah, I don't have one. I work from home and I am really tired of not having anyone else to yak with. I know, poor me. ;)

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I really need to get out more and, at this rate, I will never succeed with my plans for world domination.

Brad · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I think it will inspire me.

nishal · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because as a biologist who just joined a non-profit organization with extended duties in web development, I really, really need this.

Vin Thomas · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I *NEED* a vacation and there is nothing I like more than geeky stuff like this!

THEDert · 10 months ago

Woohoo! I live in Palm Desert and my buddy runs The Desert Springs! SUCKERS!!!

Parand · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I left a well paying job 2 months ago to start an emerging technology startup, and I'd like rub elbows with equally crazy people at a conference that celebrates what we do.

Mike Mella · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it's bound to help me with my freelance Web design business, which I'm starting when I leave my full-time job this Friday!

Christine Teng · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm looking for opportunities to blend new cutting edge technology as viable solutions to business needs. New technology makes me very excited and giddy.

Michael Buckbee · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 to be all that I can be! And knowing is half the battle! And ah..forget it.

I think mostly it would just be fun to meet interesting people and see interesting projects.

- Mike

Dave Gambrill · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because… I have a new product up my sleeve and I'd like to learn first-hand how the kings of this industry get it done. Please?!

Also, I just saw my first boxybabee video and I need to know there is more to the Intertubes than that. :)

Sian Liu · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because the non-profit I work for, Parents Helping Parents, could use the money from a ticket sale to continue helping children and adults with special needs.

Pan · 10 months ago

A recent lay-off experience has motivated me to take more risk and explore new opportunities that would allow me to make a significant impact to the world. I look at DEMO 09 as a place to get inspired and boost my creative gland.... a starting point towards my new venture.

Daniel Endrei · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I am graduating from my MBA in April and this would be a great place to network and find a job within the tech industry!

Nerkez Sanovich · 10 months ago

1.I would go there every time but i cant afford it because im a student at the moment.
2.I have never been in the United States
3.Im a every day mashable follower
4.I find Demo useful because the smart people coming there are making me a much more innovative thinker.
5.i come from a country where these new ideas could make a huge difference.

Koven Smith · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because the Metropolitan Museum of Art needs emerging technology. Desperately.

laurent roux · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because...

... I would be able to highlight to some of the other attendees (entrepeneurs and investors) what is happening in terms of internet startups business models innovation and growth in singapore/asia pacific where i've been living and working since 2004 after 7 years living and working in san francisco/bay area...

many possible synergies and idea sharing in my opinion, especially in the current economic and financial climate where going international for customers and revenues is more than ever needed...

Sean · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because… I asked my supervisor if work could get me tickets, when he asked the price - he said I needed to "pick my battles." If I could go and have work NOT pay for it... I will be more likely to keep my job for another 6 months.

Manpreet Singh · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I would really like to see first hand what it is to demo a product successfully at a conference like DEMO so that I know what to expect when I apply in the future. It also provides an excellent windows into the bleeding edge of innovation.

Dale Conjurski · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend DEMO09 because I teach the graphic design, programmers, business management students who will someday be working for or owning companies like those who are participating.

JOEL · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because...my firm owns some WINE Web2.0 companies and if we like DEMO this year (I'm supposed to scope it out) we could very well bring the wine-bar with us next year!

Jennifer Nguyen · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because attending the DEMO isn’t really in my budget this year; however it would be a very nice early birthday present. It would be a wealth of information, networking and plethora of opportunities that I could only dream about –vicariously through other bloggers, professionals and well, Mashable.

Chris R · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I would like to live Tweet the events, such as keynotes, booth demo's and provide this content to the web live. The power of 140 characters are amazing, look at Zappos & Mashable.

phillip · 10 months ago

I'd love to attend demo because I've been working incessantly on my own projects after losing my start-up engineering position and it would be a productive excuse to leave san francisco. The chance to discuss perceptions of changes in consumer behavior, which affects much of how the (consumer) web will adapt to obvious conditions, is definitely productive.

And, since having motivations beyond networking seems to be a rare trait, I'll voice my concern for such excess. Balance in contribution is key, so I'd like to go to be able to add to the dialogue.

Sincerely,
Phillip

Santiago · 10 months ago

I want to attend Demo 09 emerging technologies conference because I am currently having some economic problems with the economic crisis, and the conference could be an opportunity to show the my new mini-blogging site Twibeo to the people attending the conference, and maybe I can make it through this crisis!

Martin · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because innovation is not achived by just reading blogs and wondering why nothing happens, innovation is what we do, say, live and work.

Akky AKIMOTO · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it is a place to know the newest interesting ideas.

Andrew Nicely · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I believe that although many people understand that technology is the future but many people don't understand what the technology will be.

During DEMO 09 I would block about the newest ideas and innovations and also make good use of my Twitter account to give micro-updates whenever possible. I feel that this could be a good way to blog about what the future could be and to bring the event to people who might not be able to afford to go.

Mark T. · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because.....

I have been unemployed for the last 18 months due to the mortgage crisis and have decided that I no longer want to work in a industry where I gave 15 years of my life. It is no longer fun or profitable.

In September 2008, i decided that I wanted to work for myself and created a new startup. It will be several months before the launch but i wanted to go to DEMO 09 to meet and network with other like minded entrepreneurs who have put their "hearts and souls" into their projects. I believe that i can enhance my company's position by learning from these individuals as well as new products that can help save me money.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity for the DEMO 09 passes.

Mark T.

Destined for Greatness · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…forget it- I'm not worthy.

Stephanie · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…I would love the opportunity to expand my technological mind AND I can tell everyone about the awesomeness of Mashable;)

Johnny Chan · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…I want to be there to witness the shining moments of companies that took risks in this time period for the chance to create something special.

Smaha · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I could see, show, meet, and interact with mouthwatering new tech stuff.

Trev · 10 months ago

Quote Mashable on Feb 10, 2009 at 12.16pm PDT:
>> For a chance to win the first of these passes, simply
>> leave a comment on this post answering the following
>> question:
>>
>> “I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology
>> conference because….”

Hi Mashable,

I would like to point out that there is no question for me to answer.

So now I am stuck in a dilemma. What is one to do when he doesn't know the question that he has to answer? I feel confused and I'm not sure how I can possibly win this competition.

I mean, I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it would be a great opportunity to network and build my presence in the social media scene, but given the circumstances, I just don't know if I can!

Please help!
Trev

deb · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because emerging technologies are the focus of my company and I'm the only IT employee designated to focus on this. We've gone through three rounds of layoffs in the last 12 months. If I don't attend this conference I face a layoff. If I'm laid off, I can't afford to feed my adorable, precious, loving Bernese Mountain Dog, without whom my life has no purpose. Please save my puppy!

Scott Springman · 10 months ago

I’d like (NO - I'd LOVE!) to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because…. I'm in healthcare ..... & I need to drag my medical colleagues kicking and SCREAMING into the information age. DEMO 09 could do it! (Plus I'll trade you a free anesthetic zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz)

VitalyG · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because one day soon I'd like to present my company there and get coverage on Mashable. This time around I want to go and experience what it is like to present at such a high-profile event.

Ankit Agarwal · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because it is just not about looking for a job, or to watch and learn about the companies presenting or to share ideas as others have mentioned (since this can be done from home with a web browser, YouTube and an hour of time) ; the real reason I want to attend is to get recharged from the energy, the inspirational stories, and from seeing possible VC deals in the making, and find that yes, this truly is a great time to start a high risk/growth company.

Ankit Agarwal
CEO, Micello Inc - an early stage mobile applications company

Prakash Narayan · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I truly believe that it is technology that will pull us out of the recession that we are all facing. I am seeing negative energy everywhere I turn - be it Wall Street, Government, Corporate sector, etc. This is not to say that Technology is immune. However, it is in the emerging technology conference that we can look for the beacon that will lead us out of this darkness. I want to be able to say, "I was there".

Wardell · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend demo because it would provide me with excellent writing topics.

Eric R · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm a hardcore startup geek, want to see what's coming out from the best and brightest companies in this crappy economy, and would like to have dozens of people convince me that Twitter is really as cool as all the hype around it.

Michael · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend DEMO because knowing every last detail about emerging technologies is my sincere fascination (and affliction).

Glbtradio · 10 months ago

“I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because….”

As a radio station trying hard to get to an audience besides the internet, and hoping for
satellite or better, a conference on emerging technology could be crucial for both us and someone else: we can provide the content for someone else's distribution method. The internet is too limited, we need to stretch farther.

Justin · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'd like to know the products and services I can build a mashup on top of for DEMO 10 and Mashable coverage!

John Palacio · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'm fascinated with where the online video and social networking worlds are going as they merge into something that is not television and not traditional internet.

Karen · 10 months ago

I want to attend Demo 09 to swim with the funded...and learn.

Jonathan · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because... the DEMO conference sounds like my life in conference form!

If I'd known about it in the past I would have been there with bells on :)

I'm 24, took a leap of faith right out of college and started my own company, which was bought by another. Moved up (from DC to Boston) to the other and lived out of a UHaul van for a week till I found a place to live. I had a gym pass before I had an apmt

My New Years' resolution for this year was to discover a new technology/product/website/service every day for the entire year. So far I've been going strong. Also I don't have the money to go without sponsorship, being in a startup and all :)

DEMO conference, I think I love you.
And should I not win, I shall love you from afar.

All the best!
-Jon

Apple · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because
in addition to being unemployed and in need of a great networking opportunity to put food on the table, I also enjoy having my finger on the pulse of new technologies.

I also love hobnobbing and socializing!

pinny · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because.. the economy is really putting a cramp in my style and i would love to meet energetic future looking young entrepreneurs who will elevate my spirits about the future

Gary F · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because as a
victim of the reductions and layoffs in print media (newspapers, magazines), I
want meet the industry leaders in emerging technologies and Web 2.0 companies.
I am especially interested in the mobile advertising market and its migration
to smartphone platforms including the iPhone and Android.

Chetan Yalamanchili · 10 months ago

I would like to attend DEMO 09, because I have new ideas in interaction and the web 2.0 apps. This would help and guide me to launch my own company and bring some new goodies to the society.

I don't know anything about new launches and companies, but I want to do it. This platform would be the best platform for me to learn and get the experience that others have gained over a period of time with hard work and proper planning. I am an international student at Rochester Institue of Technology, NY; paying my own fee and doing my best to acquire knowledge in the field of HCI as an MSIT student.

"I know nothing, this pass to DEMO'09 would educate and motivate me."

Thank you in advance.

Gary McCoy · 10 months ago

I'd like to go to Demo '09 to see if it's really worth 9 grand. Is it a complete waste of time, moderately useful, or genuinely valuable. I suspect that the conference won't
make my product or business better and ultimately, that's the most important thing
right?

Amanda Stewart · 10 months ago

Pick me pick me. Just starting a second business and this would be PERFECT.

Oooh wee... Looks like a lot of fun to be part of the elite! Like you ;)

Ben · 10 months ago

I'd like to go to Demo '09 because I'm spending Valentine's Day programming and
I need some good old human contact.

Kim · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because:
* my husband hasn't gotten paid in over a year and I cannot affort it otherwise
* I need to attend in hopes of drumming up some new business so I can support my husband and three kids
* I can't afford a real tropical vacation, although need it badly, and this may be as close as I can get for a while.

Alex Yamane · 10 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I believe in the power of spontaneous synchronicities that can occur only in America where great minds meet great needs and opportunities for human kind.

llee · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because I'd like be a demonstrator at DEMO in the upcoming years.

Mark · 10 months ago

I’d like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because the "other" event that takes place at the same time(which i won't name) is a big joke. In addition,
as the co-founder of a Houston-based Internet startup, I would really
appreciate the exposure. Left-coast entrepreneurs have a clear advantage operating their business and raising capital in an environment that understands and appreciates the tremendous opportunity the Internet marketplace has to offer. Events like Demo are designed for companies like ours to get noticed by the Internet power-players that seem to primarily reside in Cali, Boston and NYC.

Mary · 3 months ago

I'd like to attend the DEMO 09 emerging technology conference because:
Things have changed in the modern world
It makes it kinda crazy for a boy and girl
All a lot of noise on the radio
It really don't rock
It really don't roll

[Chorus]

Big cigars and diamond rings
Mobile apps and Facebook things
Social Media and cloud commuting
Virtual games and wireless flirting.

When you finally hit the top
Man you know what that means
Everybody's ready for the next big thing

For a little while
you can do no wrong
live it up son
cause it don't last long

There's always somebody
Waitin' in the wings
Thinking they're going to be the next big thing

Maybe I'm gonna be the next big thing

[Chorus]

Everybody's ready for the next big thing