Location-based services that take advantage of the capabilities of the iPhone and other smartphones have recently exploded onto the scene. Many analysts claim that over the next five years, location-based services will become household names the way Facebook and Twitter have become synonymous with the social web.
Come hear Gowalla CEO Josh Williams and other panelists representing the many...
[read more] Location-based services that take advantage of the capabilities of the iPhone and other smartphones have recently exploded onto the scene. Many analysts claim that over the next five years, location-based services will become household names the way Facebook and Twitter have become synonymous with the social web.
Come hear Gowalla CEO Josh Williams and other panelists representing the many different facets of location discuss the latest developments in this field and how other businesses can benefit from location’s advertising/market intelligence opportunities.
Panelists:
Josh Williams is the Co-founder and CEO of Gowalla, a locative social network inspiring people to share their favorite places and experiences with friends. Gowalla won best site in the “Mobile” category at this year’s SXSW Web Awards. Josh was also the overall winner at this year’s Austin American- Statesman’s Texas Social Media Awards.
Blair Garrou is the Managing Director of DFJ Mercury, a Texas-based venture capital firm focusing on seed and early-stage investments in the IT, advanced materials and bioscience sectors.
Rick Orr is the CEO of ATX Innovation, whose cored product, TabbedOut, reflects the culmination of a product envisioned by Rick and Dave Lemley years ago.
Chris Treadaway is the Founder and CEO of Notice Technologies. Notice Technologies creates easy to use online, mobile, and social advertising products for local businesses.
Moderator:
Josh Catone joined Mashable in May 2009 and is the Features Editor.
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