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How Ignite Phoenix Set Me On FIRE!

Guest post by Angela Leavitt

It’s been one quarter since I had the amazing opportunity to present at an incredible event called Ignite Phoenix. Each of the 18 presenters was granted 5 minutes and 20 slides to share their passions, and the topics were as varied as the presenters themselves. I submitted my proposal back in [...]

The Tipping Point

Guest post by Steve Belt.
If you haven’t heard, Ignite Phoenix is asking for submissions for speakers.  I have had the good fortune of knowing many of the Ignite speakers over the years, and each of them has shared essentially the same experience.
“It’s amazing!”
“It’s exhilarating!”
“It’s one of the best things I’ve ever done!”

The tipping point was [...]

Sound Off: What topics would you love to see at Ignite?

guest post by Kevin Maxwell
There is a phenomenon that occurs at every Ignite Phoenix. Veterans are aware of it and anticipate it. First timers experience it instantly and are surprised. The phenomenon is this: the presentations you look forward to are not always your favorites, while other topics you may not have been interested in [...]

I <3 My Ignite Shirts

Guest post by Ruth Carter.
I’ve been with Ignite Phoenix since Ignite #5. I started out as a presenter, and I’ve been volunteering with the organization ever since. I love the organizers, the presenters, the venues, the energy, everything.
One of the unexpected joys of being part of Ignite Phoenix is the awesome t-shirts. It’s rare for [...]

What’s Your Passion?

Dear Reader,
Guess what.
You’ve two weeks, less than 14 days, to submit to Ignite Phoenix #10.
Yikes.
But wait, don’t feel nervous! We’ve got dozens of great submissions, but, for those of you that haven’t sent them in… we want them. It’s not hard to submit, honest. It’s about your passions, which is different from what you enjoy. [...]

Find your passion this spring

Springtime has arrived in Phoenix, and it’s a good time to get back in touch with your passions. We have two Ignite Phoenix events coming in the next few months, so submit your presentation ideas now!