Connector.ie is back in action
by Connector on May 28th, 2011
As you may have noticed connector.ie hblog as been very quiet lately – let me tell you why.
As we now have more specialist social media services for businesses we have moved this B2B activity over to SocialMedia.ie
Our Connector events and bloggers are now active over on a new B2C site called connector.TV
So now I am going to use connector.ie as a blog for our social business and everything else that does not fit onto those two new sites. What do you think?
Chat again soon.
Conor
Connector Awards & Christmas Party 2010
by graeme on November 9th, 2010
WHO : www.connector.ie – organising “social networking social events” where we bring together diverse on-line & off-line communities to make new social, commercial & business connections.
WHAT : the 2nd Annual Connector Awards and Christmas Party 2010
Check out our Christmas slide-show …
WHY : to acknowledge and reward our 2010 Connector and Tribal success stories in the following categories :
Connector of the Year ( Male )
Connector of the Year ( Female )
Tribe of the Year ( Social)
Tribe of the Year ( Business )
Tribe of the Year ( Arts / Cultural )
WHEN : Thursday 9th December at 7pm (as part of the annual Christmas Connector event.)
WHERE : Krystle Night Club, 21-25 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2 ( strictly over 21’s only & neat dress essential ).
HOW : This Connector Event is FREE including a complimentary welcome drink, finger-food and late night entry to the Krystle Nightclub. We will, however, be supporting the Irish children’s charity, Barnardos, throughout the evening so all donations will be greatly appreciated.
REGISTER TODAY and keep a look out for updates on the Christmas Connector event such as the guest speakers and the short-list nominations for the Connector Awards.
Connector Brainstorm @ Science Gallery, 6pm, Thurs 25th Nov
by graeme on November 7th, 2010
WHO : www.connector.ie – organising “social networking social events” where we bring together diverse on-line & off-line communities to make new social, commercial & business connections.
WHAT : Four great opportunities for you to participate in our NEW event format called Connector Brainstorm :
1. BRAINSTORM : REGISTER TODAY to join in the Connector Brainstorm which is for members of Connector.
6 tables, 6 topics, 8 to 10 participants per table
3 brainstorming sessions lasting 40 minutes per session
With each table chaired by a moderator, using different brainstorming techniques
Awards for each moderator’s selected “Most Valuable Ideas” and for the Brainstorm’s “Most Valued Players” of the evening
2. CONNECT : Meet & make new business & social contacts across a diverse range of businesses and services in Dublin.
3. LEARN : We have draft outline of 6 topics for discussion but you have the opportunity to sponsor your own topic of discussion. Use the Connector Brainstorm event to make new connections & generate new ideas for your chosen topic.
4. SHOWCASE : Promote, advertise, market and sell your new business idea, product or service by sponsoring one of our 6 tables and brainstorm a topic specific to your business.
WHY : an excellent, cost-effective opportunity to promote & leverage your brand, product or service during & after the Connector Brainstorm event. It’s not always what you know, but rather who you know that will open new doors of opportunity.
WHEN : Thursday 25th November at 6pm
WHERE : Science Gallery, The Naughton Institute, Trinity College Dublin, Pearse Street, Dublin 2
HOW : To participate in the Connector Brainstorm event, REGISTER NOW to secure your place.
For more information on sponsoring a topic or table at this event, please contact Conor Lynch at 86 8118833 or via email at conor@connector.ie
New Connector Training Video
by Dave Dungan on April 21st, 2010
We’re delighted to announce that we’ve added a new Connector Training Video to the training page of our website. The video introduces Connector Training in digital & social media.
Produced by Progressive Productions, the short video features some nice effects and innovative use of graphics, text and footage, not to mention an appearance by Conor Lynch himself who narrates with class and style!
Learn how to promote your business @ iia Online Video & Podcasting Event
by Conor on April 4th, 2010
The Irish Internet Association (iia) is running an event in Dublin for those interested in learning more about how to promote their business using Online Video & Podcasting. The event features a fantastic lineup of expert speakers from RTE, YouTube, Rabodirect, Mason Hayes & Curran and Channelship.
The event is organised by the iia Social Media Working Group (SMWG) and as the current Chair of the SMWG, I will be there on the day helping out and available to answer any questions you might have. The SMWG is a group of social media professionals who will also be on hand to ensure this is an excellent event for you to learn more about digital content. We will also have some cool prizes to giveaway and an opportunity to network during the event and maybe afterwards too.
Event Details
Event Date : 22 Apr 2010
Time : 1.30pm – 5pm
Location : Clarion Hotel IFSC, Dublin
Price per person : €75.00
iia Members price per person : €45.00
Speakers and Agenda
Speakers will include a mix of case studies and strategic advice and include:
13:00 – Registrations
13.30 – Welcome & Introductions – Conor Lynch, Connector.ie
13:40 – Lucy Campbell, Marketing Manager, RTE Player
14:10 – Aoife Mahon & Gina McCrudden, RaboDirect
14:40 – Online Video on a Budget – Fred Caballero, Channelship
15:10 – BREAK
15:40 – Digital Content and the law: Points to consider – Peter O’Neill, Mason Hayes+Curran
16:10 – Sebastien Missoffe, YouTube
16:40 – Panel Q&A
17:00 – Close
IIA members should log into the site to avail of the member price. For more info on bookings of tickets please click here>>
Sponsor a Tribe
by Conor on February 11th, 2010
This is a great book by Seth Godin. Tribes is a great way of expressing the phenomenon of online/offline groups/communities.
We are looking for sponsors for food/drink/prizes for our Connector Tribes event in the Science Gallery. So if you are a brand wondering how you can credibly get into social media, this could be your chance! If you connect us to a sponsor, you will win yourself a brand new unsigned copy of the Tribal Bible ;-0
Please contact Conor on 086 811 8833 or email conor [at] connector.ie for more information.
Connector Canon Digital Video Awards Showcase
by connector on August 27th, 2009
If you missed the Connector Digital Video Awards night in June you can now get an overview of this highly succssful contest which was managd by Connector in partnership with Edelman PR. Congrats to the winners Martin, Dan & Ronan and thanks to Liam Cunningham & Canon for their generous support.
You can also check out more Connctor videos if you click here >>
Connections @ Saba Restaurant
by Jamie Richardson on August 21st, 2009
It may be difficult to think of a better way to celebrate my last couple night in Dublin than a fantastic meal at Saba. This Thai & Vietnamese restaurant’s food was just as lively and vivacious as its atmosphere.
Located on Clarendon Street, just off of St. Stephen’s Green, Saba’s popularity was clear from the start by the array of people situated in both the bar and restaurant section. Rob Cumiskey from Venntertainment joined Caoimhe, Conor and I for our meal. Rob’s also blogged about our evening at Saba, check it out >here>>
With great appetizer (from squid to chicken wings), promptly followed by our delicious meals with excellent wine, and topped off with ice cream and a brownie for dessert, the night was definitely a treat. There was a great menu with a wide variety of items to choose from.
The lights were low, but the decor on was lovely, and I especially enjoyed the popping-pink accents throughout the restaurant.
On the whole, the food, service, and character at Saba provided an extraordinary evening and I would say is definitely worth checking out for yourself!
A special thanks to Heidi O’Sullivan from WHPR for the great recommendation!
Connector Intern Andrew's Farewell
by Jamie Richardson on August 19th, 2009
Summer is nearly over, and that could only mean that Andrew and I will part ways with Connector …at least in the geographical sense.
In fact, Andrew has already departed! Last week was the end of his internship program, so we celebrated his farewell last Thursday evening. We started the night out at O’Donoghues and later met up with BalconyTV’s Tom, Stephen & their intern Jess for a wonderful farewell meal at Hugo’s.
The night was great fun, and we got to enjoy live music from Tom who was performing at Hugo’s. Incredible music Tom, great job!
There was definitely a “Connector” theme to the night, with Andrew’s gift of Connector-colored cufflinks from Conor, as well as a wine bottle that looks oddly familiar …
What a great summer it’s been and we’re undoubtedly sad to see Andrew go! I’ve got a couple days left before I’m heading back across the Atlantic as well . . .
Connect @ the Speed Connector Event !
by Jamie Richardson on August 18th, 2009
What’s one way to guarantee at least 20 connections in one night? Speed Connector, of course!
This Friday is August’s Connector Event, Speed Connector. Inspired by the concept of Speed Dating, Speed Connector is a fast and easy way to make a multitude of connections!
Connector No.13 – August 21 @ 7pm – late, Krystle, Harcourt Street, Dublin 2.
This event is being held at Krystle nightclub and includes free sponsored drinks from Jameson.
To RSVP to the event on Facebook, go >here>>
Come join us for Speed Connector, and we hope to see you there!
