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Confessions of a not-so-public speaker - If you want the tech community to have diversity, you need to be the change.

By Suzanne Axtell
November 11, 2011

Stepping out of our comfort zones and into the spotlight at events (and encouraging others to do likewise) can help address the perception that the tech community is solely populated by young white guys.

Ignite at Google I/O - Attend Ignite Google I/O in person or watch it live online.

By Brady Forrest
May 10, 2011

Ignite takes place at Google I/O on Tue. May 10 at 5 PM PDT in Room 11 at Moscone West. If you can't be there, you can watch live on the I/O Live site.

Ignite Smithsonian examines the evolution of museums and culture - The first Ignite Smithsonian highlighted the intersection of museums and technology.

By Alex Howard
April 13, 2011

Ignite Smithsonian featured innovative ideas about museums, design, art, technology and culture. This Ignite, the first to be held the Smithsonian, brought speakers from in and outside of government, including an international contingent.

Ignite Education - The Ignite format can connect schools and students to their communities.

By Dale Dougherty
March 29, 2011

As was on display during Ignite Petaluma, the Ignite format offers a great way to bring together students, faculty and members of a community.

A perfect dystopian storm: Interview with "Flash Mob Gone Wrong" speaker

By Brady Forrest
November 12, 2010

At Ignite London 2, Tom Scott told the story of a "Flash Mob Gone Wrong." It's struck a nerve and is gathering a lot of momentum on Reddit, MetaFilter and Twitter. Scott explains why and how he created the presentation in the following short interview.

Join us for Global Ignite Week: February 2011 - Global Ignite Week returns for a second year.

By Brady Forrest
November 2, 2010

Global Ignite Week returns Feb. 7-11, 2011. Last year, more than 600 Ignite talks were given in 67 cities on six continents. The bar is set even higher for round two.

Ignite NYC IX This Wednesday, 6/9

By Brady Forrest
June 7, 2010

Ignite NYC is returning for its 9th edition during the third Internet Week; I'll be co-hosting with Igntie NYC Director Tikva Morowati. We've got a great set of speakers and we'll be holding the event this Wednesday at Internet Week's Headquarters (Metropolitan Pavilion; 125 W. 18th Street - register). As always each speaker will get just 5 minutes on...

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