The Elite Retreat 2008 is officially sold out. I think is a good example of never giving up on something. I would not say it failed the first time but the 2nd and 3rd (we actually had to cancel the 3rd because of lack of attendance) were definitely losses financially. I have learned a TON about running my own conference…. where to spend money where NOT to spend money. Its been quite a ride.
So I am super happy to announce the Elite Retreat 2008 is sold out but this post is not so much to say “hey look how everything I do is awesome”. That seems to happen a lot. Like I said above this is the first one since the first one I consider a success. But its been a lot of work. In fact I am the only one left out of the 4 original partners.
Anyway this is the first year we took on sponsors which let us do some really awesome things. We were also pretty selective with sponsors because we did not want the attendees to have to listen to a sales pitch at any time… I mean that sucks right? I am trying to make an event that is an amazing experience for all attendees and having to listen to .. even a sponsored lunch kind of ruins that experience.
I would first like to thank all of the speakers who make this possible:
and special guest keynote speakers:
And to the sponsors! Thanks for listening and paying for all the cool things I wanted to do at this years event!
Seth Godin
Seth Godin is a Gold Sponsor – sponsored the audio books
Clickbooth is a Gold Sponsor – sponsored the iPods
The Best Of The Web is a Gold Sponsor
AzoogleAds is a Silver Sponsor
Incisive Media is a Silver Sponsor
Izea is a Bronze Sponsor
The Rubicon Project is a Bronze Sponsor
Unique Blog Designs is a Bronze Sponsor
SureHits sponsored the T-Shirts
BIC Promo Pens sponsored the pens and padfolios
March 20, 2008 at 12:44 am
same here … All the ones in the past have loved it lets see if this year is any different
March 17, 2008 at 7:02 pm
Congratulations on the sell out! Elite Retreat looks like it’s going to be the premiere event of it’s kind. Everyone who’s going is going to have a great time and rub elbows with the experts. Great work! Have fun!
~Terry
March 17, 2008 at 6:50 pm
Elite Retreat looks pretty cool and I’m sure will be great for those who attend. Looking forward to hearing reports all about it.
March 17, 2008 at 5:23 pm
you got some good sponsors …
All the logos look really nice
March 17, 2008 at 4:12 pm
Congrats Shoe! Hope the event turns out great. And you sold it out, you are allowed to brag!
March 17, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Congrats. Awesome list of sponsors as well. This should be great!
March 17, 2008 at 1:37 pm
I’d like to be able to fund a trip next year.
March 17, 2008 at 1:12 pm
Doh. Is there a waiting list?
March 17, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Congrats Buddy. Enjoy
March 17, 2008 at 11:44 am
Congratulations for the sell out. It sounds like it’ll be a great time!!
March 17, 2008 at 11:34 am
Good work Shoe! I wish i could’ve made this one but it just didn’t fit into my schedule. I am definitely going to try for the next one.
March 17, 2008 at 11:17 am
Jeremy -
Congrats! I know it must feel good… I am still a newb in the world of Aff marketing, but hope to one day come and attend one of your events!
Almost at my one year anniversary… maybe next year…
Congrats!
Mark
March 17, 2008 at 11:13 am
Congrats Jeremy! This really is an unrivaled event and as advertised, it really has been life changing for me. I’m certainly glad you stuck with it for one more go! Look forward to seeing you in a few weeks.
March 17, 2008 at 11:03 am
/agree, this looks like it will be a blast.
March 17, 2008 at 10:57 am
It says a lot about you Shoe, that AFTER I signed up and pad, it’s gotten even better, with Matt M. coming on board, a free Ipod added, and a limo ride from the airport too. Sweet!
Who ever heard of adding value after the deal is done? I’m impressed so far, and cannot wait to get there…
Thanks again!
March 17, 2008 at 10:31 am
Your hard work should definitely make this worthwhile. Congrats for the sellout, you’ve got some great sponsors too
Awesome.
March 17, 2008 at 10:27 am
Congrats! You worked hard on this and I’m sure it will be a super success. The idea of getting a small group together for “mastermind” type sessions is not done enough. Glad to see someone is moving forward and creating a space where this can happen. Also great to see that your speakers are being treated 1st class. They’ve got to be loving that. Cheers to a spectacular event!