The fusion of innovation and influence is a powerful fuel
Wouldn’t it be great if all networking opportunities felt like a DEMO conference? Check the desperation at the door. There’s only opportunity here. Forget the nametags and timid handshakes. This is action-packed live, on-stage demonstrations with instant feedback, thought-provoking analysis, and in-depth product reviews.
And unlike other networking events with the constant parade of sellers and job seekers with their hat in hand, DEMO is a vibrant venue attended by industry insiders, the most-imaginative entrepreneurs, influential journalists, senior corporate development executives, and respected venture capitalists (with wallet in hand).
Of all the emerging technologies on the horizon, a select few get to launch at DEMO. That exclusivity makes these conferences fertile breeding grounds for mega-deals, unparalleled media coverage, and strong business relationships forged in real time.
Other networking opportunities include the Welcome Reception, NVCA VC-only Dinner, DEMO Jam, and a gala awards dinner for DEMOgod™ and People's Choice Awards, and more.
Celebrating a pantheon of presenters
At the end of DEMOfall 08, we will showcase the best companies in a gala awards dinner to announce the winners of the ultra-prestigious DEMOgod™ and People’s Choice Awards. The focus may be less than “Who are you wearing?” than “What’s in your pocket protector?” But the atmosphere is pure celebration.
DEMOgod Awards
In recognition of the difficulty of communicating the power and value of emerging technologies on stage in a short 360 seconds, DEMO producers honor outstanding presentations by selecting DEMOgods. Chosen for their style, passion, clarity, and sometimes for their sheer outlandishness, these DEMOgods have demonstrated the unique ability to deliver a great product and position it in the market, to show off its most compelling features, differentiate it from other products—and along the way entertain a tough and critical DEMO audience.
DEMO 08 DEMOgods are:
- BitGravity, Inc.
- Ecrio, Inc.
- Education.com
- Flypaper, Inc.
- Green Plug, Inc.
- LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
- Livescribe, Inc.
- Sprout, Inc.
- Vidyo, Inc.
- xtranormal, Inc.
People's Choice Award Winners!
For this award, DEMO attendees have the chance to voice their opinion and select a favorite demonstrator—someone they feel delivered the best product and position in the market.
In DEMO 08, the People's Choice winner was atlaspost.com, an innovative map-based social network that brings people closer online and on the map.
Who will receive these prestigious honors at DEMOfall 08?
NVCA Dinner*
The National Venture Capitalist Association (NCVA) is the premier trade association, representing the U.S. venture capital industry. Its mission is to foster greater understanding of the importance of venture capital to the U.S. economy, and support entrepreneurial activity and innovation.
At DEMOfall 08, we’re proud to host the NVCA Dinner, an exclusive by-invitation-only* event for attending venture capitalists and an evening of fine dining and dialogue. This year’s dinner will feature an insightful presentation between the NCVA President Mark G. Heesen and Israel Venture Association Chairperson and Venture Partner at Gemini Israel Funds, Orna Berry, PhD.
* Attendance is reserved for NVCA members and other VC executives only. Attendance is subject to approval by the NVCA.
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