Sponsor: London Economic Development Corporation

Jun 7th, 2011   Kevin Van Lierop We are excited to welcome the London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) to PodCamp London as a Gold Sponsor. LEDC's support of PodCamp London over the past years has been invaluable.

The London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is a partnership between the City of London and the private sector. Our goal is to attract new investments and grow existing investments in our community. Led by a Board of distinguished business, educational and political leaders, the LEDC will assist you with all your location and investment decisions. We work one-on-one with businesses, to facilitate the process of locating in London. The LEDC is committed to improving the economic well-being of Londoners through the growth and expansion of local businesses and the attraction of new businesses to London. We aim to add to the strengths of the London business environment making our city an attractive place to live, work and operate a business.

In addition, we'd like to thank the LEDC for allowing us to collaborate with them and other great organizations at the recent Canada 3.0. It was a great time to create some valuable content via the London 3.0 Channel hosted by the LEDC. Thanks for everything you do.

Battledecks

Jun 1st, 2011   Kevin Van Lierop After last year's wrap up session we're happy to bring back by popular demand Battledecks to PodCamp London 2011.

Battledecks is a laugh-riot rollercoaster of fun and nerves as several contestants try to put together coherent presentations from nonsensical Keynote decks. Previous contestants have laughed, cried, wet their pants and gotten impregnated during the show. The audience has a great time. Everyone goes home happy. Last year's show was a huge success, and we didn't even hand out free vuvuzelas to the audience.

- SXSW

Contestants are given 5 minutes to take 15 random slides that they have never seen before and turn it into the most inspirational or hilarious talk you've ever seen. There isn't any prizes except the laughter and respect of the audience. What more do you want? The floor/stage will be open for anyone who wants to participate. We should be able to get through 3-4 of these spur of the moment presentations during a single session time slot. Get Involved. If you'd like to submit a series of random images that you think would make up a fantastic Battledeck for someone else to speak to, you can do the following:

• pull together 15 images from whatever sources you like (JPGs only)
• ZIP them together into a single file
• email the file to kevin at kevinvanlierop.com

After PodCamp Organizers take a quick look at the images you have provided and make sure there isn't anything that will get you put in jail, we'll format them, put them in the correct time sequence and load the deck up during PodCamp London 2011 for someone to test their wit against. The deadline to submit your 'deck' is 4pm on Wednesday June 8th, 2011 Although we don't have videos from last year's Battledeck competitions (hey @jclarkey, whats the deal?) we can offer this following example of what type of things to expect.

Station Park Inn

May 25th, 2011   Kevin Van Lierop We are happy to announce that we've been able to secure a special overnight rate for those of you who may be coming in from out of town for this year's event.

StationPark is the only hotel on Richmond Row, London's dynamic hub for trendy, eclectic shopping, exciting dining options and vibrant entertainment. Whether planning a business meeting or a social function or a weekend away with family and friends, Station Park All Suite Hotel is everything you could wish for and more.

Thanks to the Station Park Inn in downtown London (the location of the very first PodCamp London) you will be able to get a group rate of $125 for a Deluxe Suite & $145 for an upgraded Superior Suite. Parking & Taxes will be additional. The Station Park Inn is located in Downtown London and is a very short drive, bus or taxi ride to the Convergence Centre where PodCamp London 2011 is taking place. In addition, the Station Park Inn is very close to where the Saturday night networking/social event will be taking place. If you're interested in this you may call 1-800-561-4574 with the group number #326386 or quote PodCamp - UWO

Sponsor: Voices.com

May 23rd, 2011   Kevin Van Lierop We are pleased to announce that Voices.com has returned once again in 2011 as a Gold Sponsor of PodCamp London.  Sponsoring PodCamp London since it's inception in 2009, Voices.com is committed to the bettering of the digital media community in London, Ontario and the surrounding region.

Voices.com is the technology and industry leading website that connects businesses with professional voice actors. Radio and television stations, advertising agencies and Fortune 500 companies rely upon the Voices.com marketplace to search for, audition and hire voice talents with the assistance of our innovative SurePay escrow service and our award-winning Web application. Voice talents looking for work register for free as a Guest or subscribe as a Preferred or Premium member and are equipped with a comprehensive set of self-managed tools to effectively market themselves and conduct business online.

In addition, here at PodCamp London we would like to congratulate Voices.com on their recent expansion and move to the core in downtown London. Located at the Convergence Centre for some time now it's great to see that the team at Voices.com is staying in London and in the community.

Food & Beverage Sponsor: Windermere Manor

May 20th, 2011   Kevin Van Lierop We are happy to announce that all attendees of PodCamp London 2011 will be treated to a catered lunch by The Windermere Manor as the official PodCamp London 2011 Food & Beverage Sponsor. Just a few steps away from the Convergence Centre, the Windermere Manor provides some of the best culinary eats in the London, Ontario region. The Windermere Manor is within walking distance from this years venue. Rooms there can be booked by calling 1-519-858-1414 ext 0.