IMPORTANT: You must present a PRINTED TICKET at the door. In 2006, Ignite was launched by Brady Forrest and Bre Pettis. Ignite events were originally conceived as technology variety shows, but they have grown into much more than that with hundreds of 5 minute talks being given around the world. There are thriving Ignite communities in Seattle, Portland, NYC, Paris, Auckland, and now Charlotte. ... [read more]

IMPORTANT: You must present a PRINTED TICKET at the door. In 2006, Ignite was launched by Brady Forrest and Bre Pettis. Ignite events were originally conceived as technology variety shows, but they have grown into much more than that with hundreds of 5 minute talks being given around the world. There are thriving Ignite communities in Seattle, Portland, NYC, Paris, Auckland, and now Charlotte.  Enlighten us, but make it quick” is the mantra and key to Ignite talks. This truly fun, exciting and unique presentation format will bring together technology, arts, education, government, communications and entrepreneurial types during Ignite Charlotte 3. Presenters will enlighten us by sharing their personal and/or professional passions using 20 slides that auto-advance every 15 seconds for a total talk time of 5 minutes. Ignite Charlotte 3 will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Neighborhood Theatre, 511 East 36th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205. Doors Open: 6pm   |  Icebreaker Contest: TBDpm   |   Talks Begin: 7pm This event is FREE for attendees who are 18 years of age and older, thanks to our sponsors. A cash bar is available and a food vendor will be onsite.    If you need to reach us, we’re just a click away: Email | Twitter | Facebook