Seems conference season is in full swing, so we wanted to let you know about some of the ones that got our attention and several have graciously offered discounts to our Members and friends.

We also want to make sure you are aware of the Social Media Club local events that are happening near you, so scroll down to the end if you are interested in getting together in your neighborhood.

CONFERENCES:

NewComm Forum 2008: April 22-25, 2008 in Sonoma, CA ( USA)

New Communications Forum is the premier conference that brings together thought leaders and decision makers from around the globe to discuss the impact of social media and new communications on media, marketing, journalism, PR and advertising, business, culture and society.

Use the discount code NCF8SP and save $250!
More information at: http://newcommforum.com/2008/

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SMX Social Media Marketing: April 22-23, 2008 in Long Beach, CA ( USA)

SMX is where internet marketers will learn to harness the power of user engagement. You’ll be a master of social media marketing after attending SMX Social Media!

This show is for internet marketers who want to engage the unique and difficult-to-reach audiences at social media sites like Digg, del.icio.us, Facebook, StumbleUpon, Reddit and Wikipedia. These and other social media sites are serving new and fast growing audiences that want to discover information based on community interests, voting and sharing.

Use the discount code smx10smc and save 10%!
More information at: http://searchmarketingexpo.com/social/

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Web 2.0 Expo Blogtropolus Bloggers Lounge : April 23-25, 2008 in San Francisco, CA ( USA)
Presented by The Conversation Group

Blogtropol.us is the dedicated media and networking lounge for bloggers, content producers, and journalists during Web 2.0 Expo 2008. In a private suite, in the middle of the conference action, Blogtropol.us is designed for you to host and share conversations among digital influencers – both online and offline.

Open to all digital media-makers attending Web 2.0 Expo, Blogtropol.us is the social hub for creating media and discussing conference happenings. Daily live streamed and on-demand video shows will be broadcast to cover the most important conversations of the conference for online discussion and sharing.

In order to participate you must have a Web 2.0 Expo Pass or conference pass AND you must register for access into the lounge at - http://blogtropolus.eventbrite.com. Space is limited!

Free Expo Pass: Use Discount Code websf08fr

More information on Web 2.0 Expo: http://en.oreilly.com/webexsf2008/public/content/home

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SOBCon08: May 2-4, 2008 in Chicago, IL ( USA)

The SOBCon08 program guarantees to send each attendee home with a Business Action Plan that can be immediately executed for measurable success. The “mastermind” teams in which attendees will be interacting will provide uniquely deep working relationships that are more meaningful than the business card trading found at other conference/networking events.

More information at: http://www.sobevent.com/register/

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Communitelligence Executing Social Media: May 21-22, 2008 in Los Angeles, CA ( USA)

The preeminent event for PR, marketing and corporate communications executives to network, learn best practices and make decisions about deploying social media for their organizations. An interactive conference balanced between strategy and tactics, between corporate communications, marketing, PR & HR, between panels, roundtables, unconference discussions, and good ole presentations with PowerPoint.

More information at: http://www.communitelligence.com/content/index.cfm?spgid=274

SMC members can also get a $300 discount by using promo code la08ch

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Social Media Summit: June 9-12, 2008 in Chicago, IL ( USA)

This conference is a must-attend event for all those who are committed to using social media to engage their employees, reach their customers and build their brand to achieve real business results. Learn how to use blogging, podcasting & the latest Web 2.0 technologies to engage your employees, reach your customers & build your brand.

Let them know Social Media Club sent you and save $200!
More information at: http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/socialmedia_summit0608/index.htm

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BLOG POTOMAC: June 13, 2008 in Falls Church, VA ( USA)

BlogPotomac is this year’s premiere social media marketing event for greater Washington DC. Attendees can expect a one-day event with nationally renowned speakers and advanced discussion of best social media marketing practices.

More information at: http://www.blogpotomac.com/

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UPCOMING SOCIAL MEDIA CLUB GATHERINGS:

• Louisville, KY ( USA) - April 15th
• San Francisco, CA ( USA) - April 21st
• Dallas, TX ( USA) - April 24th
• Seattle, WA ( USA) - May 1st
• Cincinnati, OH ( USA) - May 3rd
• Boston, MA ( USA) - May 8th
• Phoenix, AZ ( USA) - May 8th
• Minneapolis, MN ( USA) - May 14th

To keep track of the upcoming events, please visit the SMC events page.

If you would like to volunteer to help manage the local events in your neighborhood, or you would like to get one started (or re-started), please send us an email to socialmediaclub at gmail dot com and we would be happy to get you connected with the right folks.

Be well. Keep learning. Keep sharing.