Author: Rishabh Chandrayan

Rishabh is a freelance WordPress developer and a hard-core FOSS enthusiast. He is in-charge of Budget and Sponsorship. A Computer Science undergrad who is an epic foodie and an addicted Googler. He can always have a solution for any situation (no matter how creepy it is). Besides this, he is a huge EDM addict and also a producer(sort of :P )

Call for Speakers

We are happy to announce that WordCamp Bhopal 2016 is officially accepting speaker applications.

We are currently looking for speakers who can inspire and inform attendees including: designers, developers, bloggers, and content strategists to talk about topics like:

  • Development
  • Marketing
  • WordPress environment
  • Community and beyond

The call for speakers will close on 15th August at midnight. The WordCamp Bhopal team will then contemplate and confirm which session will make the program within a short time thereafter. Everyone who submits a proposal for session will be informed.

Please be aware that speakers are not compensated for there presentation. Your presentation or workshop is a voluntary participation in the WordPress community also no reimbursement for travel and stay would be given. Speakers have to pay for there travel and stay just like attendees. Please be also aware that you may be filmed and that the video of your presentation can be available on WordCamp TV.

Who we’re looking for

  • A certain aptitude as a speaker (newbies welcome!).
  • Confirmed expertise in the subject you’ll be presenting.
  • A unique or different point of view.
  • A passion for WordPress and the desire to contribute to the community.

HERE ARE A FEW IDEAS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN SENDING US A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR AMAZING TALK:

  • The session has to be related to WordPress.
  • Nothing’s too small, but some topics are too big: You should plan to be able to deliver your talk in about 25-30 minutes with time for questions. However, if your idea is for a very short talk, please apply. We’ll plan to have some micro-slots available.
  • Describe your audience and your talk: You should be able to describe what type of WordPress user will benefit from your talk. Are you talking to Developers? Designers? Bloggers? Or All of them. Also, please summarize what you’re planning to say in one medium-sized paragraph. It makes it easier for us to review. Thanks
  • Sessions in हिन्दी are welcome. So do not hesitate to Apply to speak in हिन्दी.

If you’d like to take the opportunity to come forward and talk to the community, discuss what you’ve learned, or anything else you want to share by speaking at WordCamp Bhopal , then submit the form below.

 

Call for Speakers is now closed

Call for Sponsors

The term ‘WordCamp’  epitomize an official WordPress event, organized by and for the community.

The WordCamps cumulate professionals, seasoned and ordinary users together. The profiles vary, ranging from web integrators to entrepreneurs and developers, but all share the same passion for WordPress and the possibilities of this CMS.

These are non-profit educational events, which aren’t possible to be organised without corporate financing and commitment of local volunteers.

WordCamp Bhopal is the first event of the local WordPress community of Bhopal. 300 participants are expected this year, including developers, designers, users, agencies, freelancers, volunteers and stakeholders. These will gather   together for a day, actively participating in WordPress’s conference.

Being sponsor of WordCamp

First of all, WordCamp Bhopal 2016 is a sponsored event, allowing organizers to have sufficient monetary funds to raise a one day event consisting of conferences and workshops, up-to the expectations of attendees.

It is going to be scrutinized by WordPress users and professionals at all levels, from beginner to advanced and affect hundreds of people of multiple skill levels and sectors.That associate your brand value of the open-source WordPress CMS, used by 25% of websites in 2015 .

Finally, it is contributing in a tangible manner abiding WordPress project, one of the best known open source projects at present.

How to sponsor WordCamp Bhopal 2016 ?

Consistent with WordCamp Central, the official body of WordCamps overall management of the team of organizers of WordCamp Bhopal has implemented several sponsorship levels allowing everyone to contribute to the event. These levels begin with the Golden level to Silver, Bronze or simply WordPress fans and friends who wish to support the event with more than the ticket price to any level for businesses.
All sponsors must agree to the sponsor agreement of WordCamp Bhopal 2016.

We are open to all sponsors, especially those related to WordPress and its ecosystem:

  • Companies and people who live through WordPress, preferably based in Bhopal and near region (without this being an obligation).
  • Companies useful to the local community: co-working space, schools, hosting and access providers, computer shops etc.

We have four levels of Sponsorship :

Gold Sponsorship: Rs. 50,000/-

  • Acknowledgement and thanks in opening and closing remarks of the event.
  • Dedicated blog post thanking each of our Gold Sponsor.
  • Logo & company details on the WordCamp Bhopal Website.
  • Large Desk at Networking Area for goodies and networking.
  • An advertising banner of your choice (size and location subject to validation).
  • Social Media Mentions: Multiple Mentions before, after and during event. Sponsor logo on Cover image.
  • Multiple Announcements during the event.
  • Logo on Sponsor Standee (Most prominent placement).
  • Allowed to have flyers or Giveaway in Attendee Kit.
  • Four entry passes to attend WordCamp Bhopal.

Silver Sponsorship: Rs. 25,000/-

  • Acknowledgement and thanks in opening and closing remarks of the event.
  • Dedicated blog post thanking each of our Silver Sponsors.
  • Logo & company details on the WordCamp Bhopal Website.
  • Single Desk at Networking Area for goodies and networking.
  • An advertising banner of your choice at second most prominent place (size and location subject to validation).
  • Social Media Mentions: Multiple Mentions before, after and during event
  • Mention in Pre-Break Announcements.
  • Logo on Sponsor Standee (Second Most Prominent Placement).
  • Allowed to have flyers or Giveaway in Attendee Kit.
  • Three entry passes to attend WordCamp Bhopal.

Bronze Sponsorship: Rs. 10,000/-

  • Acknowledgement and thanks in opening and closing remarks of the event.
  • Dedicated blog post thanking each of our Bronze Sponsors.
  • Logo & company details on the WordCamp Bhopal Website.
  • Social Media Mentions: Before & During Event.
  • Mention in Pre-Lunch Break Announcements.
  • Logo on the common Sponsor Standee.
  • Allowed to have flyers or Giveaway in Attendee Kit.
  • Two entry passes to attend WordCamp Bhopal.

Friends: Rs. 5,000/-

  • Acknowledgement and thanks in opening and closing remarks of the event.
  • Mention on Twitter and Facebook about your sponsorship.
  • Mention on the WordCamp Bhopal Website.
  • One entry pass to attend WordCamp Bhopal.

We are also interested in in-kind sponsorship deals, you can become WordCamp partner by directly funding a particular aspect: room hire, lunch, evening community, etc.  If you wish to become a partner of WordCamp Bhopal, use the contact form on the contact page instead of the sponsorship level.

Call for Sponsor is now Closed

WordCamp Bhopal is over. Check out the next edition!