Erin Groh's blog http://www.blogher.com/blog/36858/atom/feed 2008-10-02T16:40:21-05:00 Giveaways, Celebrities & Sponsors – Oh My! A Round-up of Sponsor Activities On-Tap for BlogHer ‘09 http://www.blogher.com/giveaways-celebrities-sponsors-oh-my-round-sponsor-activities-tap-blogher-09 2009-07-14T10:58:08-05:00 2009-07-15T10:12:46-05:00 Erin Groh As you all know, our sponsors not only subsidize the cost of attendance, they've also made it possible for us to allow in over 200 additional bloggers off the waitlist. But they're not stopping there! Here's a round-up of just some of the things they've got planned:

Once again Chevrolet is back! They'll be hosting Ride & Drives off the Expo Hall with some their new models including the all new Cheverolet Camaro - now that's a HOT car! In fact it's so hot that Chevrolet is having trouble keeping up with demand.

]]> As you all know, our sponsors not only subsidize the cost of attendance, they've also made it possible for us to allow in over 200 additional bloggers off the waitlist. But they're not stopping there! Here's a round-up of just some of the things they've got planned:

Once again Chevrolet is back! They'll be hosting Ride & Drives off the Expo Hall with some their new models including the all new Cheverolet Camaro - now that's a HOT car! In fact it's so hot that Chevrolet is having trouble keeping up with demand.

Join PepsiCo for a tweetup on the topic of Purpose. They'll be hosting a roundtable discussion on this hot topic with Jill Beraud and Lee Woodruff on Friday at 12:15 in their booth. PepsiCo is not only hosting various activities on-site in Chicago, they're also giving back to the community. Quaker is offering $1,000 Go Grants to help you fight hunger in your community and IZZE Sparkling Juice will be having a book drive to help the Global Education Fund. They'll be collecting Leadership books at their booth to send to Kenya. I'll be bringing The Fred Factor and Now Discover Your Strengths, so join me - throw some books in your suitcase and help out this great cause. PepsiCo will also be helping us "green" the conference by providing recycling canisters throughout the event space.

Want to learn how to look good in pictures (I know I could use a few tips)? Well Carson Kressley will be on-hand with Nikon to help you out! Stop by the Nikon booth from 4 - 4:45pm on Friday to meet Carson and get his expert advice.

The Makeover Pavilion is back! Stop by to get a Virtual Makeover from Mary Kay, update your fall wardrobe with Ann Taylor, learn how to make your home healthier with BISSELL by eliminating dirt, dust, bacteria and allergens, and get a mobile makeover from T-Mobile, they'll help you get the best value for your wireless needs. And Ann Taylor is hosting a special event for BlogHers at their flagship store on Sunday - get on the guest-list here.

Have you seen those responsibility commercials? Pretty engaging stuff! The Responsibility Project will be hosting a "newsroom" booth in the Expo Hall. You can participate in discussions on issues of the day as well as express your opinions on camera about personal responsibility. You'll be able to watch the videos and see what other BlogHers think at www.ResponsibilityProject.com and on BlogHer.com after the conference.

Want to grab a bite at one of Chicago's top restaurants? Let Michelin help you out! They've created a special Michelin Guide just for BlogHer '09. This guide has a variety of cuisines (and Veggie options too) and price levels to meet even the pickiest eater's fancy. Gino's East is a childhood favorite of mine, so I can't leave Chicago without having one of their deep dish pies.

One of the restaurants on that list is Topolobampo, one of Chef Rick Bayless' three Chicago restaurants. If you're a Top Chef fan like me, you know Rick Bayless as a judge on Top Chef and most recently as a contestant on Top Chef Masters. Now you can meet him in person - he'll be appearing with The National Pork Board at their booth in the Expo Hall on Friday.

And oh the giveaways in store! You better bring an extra suitcase because our sponsors have some amazing swag for you. Plus there will be lots of raffles and giveaways, like Tide & Bounce who will be giving away a Kenmore washer and dryer - stop by their booth to enter.

And there's plenty more! Learn more about all of our Event Sponsors here.

]]> Ride In Style To The Reach Out Tour In DC! http://www.blogher.com/ride-style-reach-out-tour-dc 2008-09-29T16:57:02-05:00 2008-10-02T16:40:21-05:00 Erin Groh *UPDATE*

The deadline for carpool sign-ups is quickly approaching!  Anyone interested in carpooling to BlogHer DC must email Erin Groh by 12noon PST/3pm EST tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd!  Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

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The deadline for carpool sign-ups is quickly approaching!  Anyone interested in carpooling to BlogHer DC must email Erin Groh by 12noon PST/3pm EST tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd!  Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

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We're gearing up for the conferences in Boston and DC.  These are going to be great events, providing the amazing programming and networking opportunities that bloggers have come to love and expect from BlogHer.  As many of you know, these conferences would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, particularly our Platinum sponsors like GM.

GM is once again providing carpool vehicles to bloggers travelling to Boston and DC for the Reach Out Tour.  The GM carpools offer bloggers a low-cost, and most importantly, fun method of transportation to BlogHer events.  At our summer conference, five groups of bloggers traveled to San Francisco in fuel-efficient Chevy hybrids, blogging the experience along the way.  While originally limited to one vehicle per Reach Out Tour stop, GM has graciously offered to add two additional vehicles to take bloggers to the Washington, DC event.  So for those of you interested in taking advantage of this amazing opportunity - sign up NOW as these are sure to fill up quickly!

Here's how it works:

  • Carpools must include a minimum of 3 passengers, and can fit up to 6.
  • All participants must register for the DC event.
  • Once you have a group together, email me, Erin Groh at erin@blogher.com, and I will connect you with GM and a Saturn vehicle.
  • Saturn will deliver the vehicle to you prior to departure.
  • Pick up your friends and cruise to DC in style!

Sound easy?  That's because it is!

For more information on the GM carpools, click here.

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