And That's a Wrap! Inaugural ICT Unconference an Out-Of-This-World Event

We had such an awesome ICT Unconference experience, we wanted to dwell in its glory for just a bit longer. Please enjoy our wrap-up photo montage. If you missed it, keep your eyes open for information about ICT Unconference 2015! That’s right, we had such great feedback, that plans are already underway for next year.

ICT Unconference Vital Stats

·       240 attendees 

·       13 lively sessions

·       664 #ICTunconference Tweets

·       1 space entrepreneur

·       1 standing ovation

·       1 basketball character coach

·       26 amazing sponsors

·       20 pitches

·       13 mentor sessions

·       3 breakout sessions

·       8 mentors

·       10 ambassadors

·       1 closing party

·      Countless collisions

Photo + Twitter Recap of the Day

 "@ICTBizEmily: Serial #entrepreneur Herb Sih (@thinkbigKC) here helping with #ICTUnconference"

"@SteveRadley3: RT @coreymohn: The messiest conference agenda you will ever see @ICTUnconference #PostItHeaven @networkkansas #ICTUnconference"

"@coreymohn: Things getting heated in the education breakout, talking homeschooling, poverty, role of public ed #ICTUnconference http://t.co/6LOmaSi7Lp"

"@AtlasMD: How to get capital for a startup in Wichita – I’m learning a lot :-) #ICTUnconference http://t.co/N87FAiY5ey"

 "@WichitaCF: “When you believe in something entrepreneurial, it’s amazing how many people rally around you.” Scott Tibbitts #ICTUnconference"

"@dev_ict: Incredibly inspiring talk by @ScottTibbitts. We all love what we do, but never forget the important people in your life. #ICTUnconference"

"@ICTUnconference: Great conversations unfolding everywhere @WichitaMarriott! #ICTUnconference shining a light on the issues & building a path toward solutions"

Need more? Search #ICTUnconference on Twitter to read the full day of tweet chatter. Thanks again to our amazing mentors, ambassadors and sponsors for a great day. Stay tuned for updates about ICT Unconference 2015!

ICT Unconference Sponsors

• Martin Pringle
• NetWork Kansas
• Quantum Expositions International
• Intrust Bank
• Wichita State University Center for Entrepreneurship
• Wichita Technology Corporation
• Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C. CPAs and Advisors
• Great Plains Capital Conference
• Client Growth Consultants
• HighTouch Technologies
• Inboun Marketing
• 99.7 LITE FM
• Microsoft BizSpark
• Docutronics
• Think Big Partners
• Urban League of Kansas
• Business Brokers of the Plains
• Lee Media Group
• Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce
• Hovey William LLP
• The Choose Group
• Silicon Prairie News

Next Week: Get Ready for ICT Unconference

The Countdown to ICT Unconference continues:  4 days remaining! We are excited to see the Wichita entrepreneur community come together for a day full of collisions, productivity, and collaboration. This email contains details about the day and tips for coming prepared. Read to the end to make the most out of your day. See you on Tuesday, April 22 at the Wichita Marriott Hotel!

The Schedule

7:45- 8:20 – Registration

8:30-9:00 – Welcome & Opening Keynote, Derrick Nielsen, Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C. & Herb Sih, Think Big Partners

9:00-10:00 – Agenda Creation

10:05-11:00 – Session 1 (multiple sessions happening at once)

11:10-12:05 – Session 2 (multiple sessions happening at once)

12:15-1:45 – Lunch and Keynote – Scott Tibbitts, Space Entrepreneur

1:45-2:15 – Idea Express (15 minutes of 90-second pitches)

2:30-3:25 – Session 3 (multiple sessions happening at once)

3:35- 4:10 – Closing Program & Speaker – Steve Dickie, Character Coach for the WSU Shockers Basketball Team

4:15 – ? – Closing Reception

Address & Parking

The event is at the Wichita Marriott Hotel (9100 E. Corporate Hills Dr., Wichita, KS 67207.) Free parking is provided in the lot west of the Wichita Marriott Hotel. Please enter through the west doors.

What to Bring:

-A stack of your business cards
-Your favorite device to use for social media (Use #ICTUnconference & @ICTUnconference on Twitter!)
-Session topic ideas (view current ideas and submit your ideas until Monday, April 21 at 10PM! VIEW & SUBMIT NOW.
-Creativity and open-mindedness to fuel the conversations

The Unconference (un)Written Rules:

-Whenever it starts is the right time. Whenever it is over, it is over.
-The people who come are the right people.
-Whatever happens is the only thing that could have happened.
-If you are not learning or contributing, it is your responsibility to use your own two feet to find someplace where you are (The Law of Two Feet).

Speakers you don’t want to miss!

-Derrick Nielsen of Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C. is Opening Speaker and Emcee for the day
-Herb Sih of Think Big Partners will speak on building an entrepreneurial ecosystem and lead the Agenda Creation
-Steve Dickie, Character Coach for the WSU Shockers Basketball team will be the Closing Speaker
-Keynote Scott Tibbitts, Space Entrepreneur will be speaking about his journey to success at lunch

What to Expect:

-One-on-one, 20-minute Mentor sessions will be happening throughout the day. Last chance to apply to be a mentee, applications close Monday, April 20 at 5PM. APPLY NOW.
-Idea Express will take place after lunch for 30 minutes. Attendees will have a chance to hear and pitch their 90-second idea on relevant projects, ideas, or problems as long as it facilitates collisions between attendees. 15 minutes will be pitches followed by 15 minutes of attendees interacting and discussing the pitches.
-The morning & agenda creation may be a little chaotic – and that’s OK! It allows attendees the chance to create the conference they want. Come prepared to have open conversations and provide valuable input and listen to what others say – you will get out what you put in.
-Lunch is provided
-A variety of sponsors and Wichita businesses will be exhibiting in the hallway. Stop by their tables to learn more and how they can help you as an entrepreneur!

Get Excited!

Tell the world why you’re excited to attend ICT next week! Tweet @ICTUnconference and tell us why!