The New Communicators is a three-day series of events exploring the ways we communicate with each other.

Events are created by anyone and anyone can attend. It is an open forum for discussion, education and inspiration.

This year, let's explore the concept of Reciprocity.

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Wednesday, Sept. 15 Lineup

Posted: August 31st, 2010 | Author: erin | Filed under: News | No Responses »

View the full Wednesday lineup of events.


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Thursday, Sept. 16 Lineup

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View the full Thursday lineup of events.


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Friday, Sept. 17 Lineup

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View the full Friday lineup of events.


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Should you RSVP for events?

Posted: August 23rd, 2010 | Author: erin | Filed under: News | No Responses »

We have received several questions about whether or not attendees should RSVP for the events they are planning to attend. In short, yes.

RSVPing for events is helpful to the organizers so they can work out logistical issues, like how many chairs to rent. Some venues have limited space and if the attendee list nears the limit and the organizer is required to check names at the door, then those who RSVP’d get first seating. Seems fair, right? Sure it does. And what’s a couple button clicks in the grand scheme of things? So, go on and RSVP by clicking on the link on each event page.

Ultimately, it’s up to the event organizer whether or not they want to check names at the door. So like my grandmother used to say, better to be safe than sorry.

See you all in a few weeks!

- Erin


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New Communicators Night at NemoHQ

Posted: August 19th, 2010 | Author: erin | Filed under: News | No Responses »

The generous and brave folks at Nemo have put together a great night of presentations during The New Communicators Series of Events on Wednesday, September 15 2010. Among these, we are proud to say, is The New Communicators 2010 Keynote by Tim DuRoche Director of Programs for The World Affairs Council of Oregon.

Events at Nemo on Wednesday, September 15 2010:


5:00 to 5:45pm

Narrative Storytelling in a Social Media World

Presented by film/video director Jacob Hinmon, of Four + One Productions


5:45 to 6:30pm

My Month as a Russian Facebook Spy

Presented by Anna Chapman of Winborn & Company


7:00 to 7:30pm

2010 New Communicators Keynote

Presented by Tim DuRoche, Director of Programs for The World Affairs Council of Oregon


8:00 to 8:45pm

Old Spice and Exotic Social Media Animals

Presented by Dean McBeth, Sr. Strategist P&G Brands at Wieden + Kennedy and Community Manager, Old Spice


NemoHQ is located on 1875 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR 97214

Special thanks to Denny Mcentire of Nemo for putting this together.


Also happening on Wednesday, September 15 during the New Communicators

4:00 to 6:00pm
Following-up in the Age of Social Media
A discussion held at the Green Dragon by Taylor Ellwood.

5:00 to 6:00pm
In the Trenches: Stories from Two Evolving Agencies
A panel held at Substance by, yours truly, Erin Kurtz.


Recently Posted Event

Old Spice and Exotic Social Media Animals

  • Date: Wednesday, September 15 2010
  • Time: 8:00 to 8:45pm
  • Venue Title: NemoHQ
  • Venue Location: 1875 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR 97214, Portland, Oregon

Recently Posted Event

Narrative Storytelling in a Social Media World

  • Date: Wednesday, September 15 2010
  • Time: 5:00 - 5:45pm
  • Venue Title: NemoHQ
  • Venue Location: 1875 Se Belmont St Portland, Oregon, Portland, Oregon

Recently Posted Event

2010 Keynote with Tim DuRoche

  • Date: Wednesday, September 15 2010
  • Time: 7:00 to 7:30pm
  • Venue Title: NemoHQ
  • Venue Location: 1875 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR 97214, Portland, Oregon

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Q&A Meet-Up #1

Posted: July 20th, 2010 | Author: erin | Filed under: News | No Responses »

Curious about The New Communicators series of events? Want to kick around an event idea? Looking for clarification on this year’s theme, reciprocity? Well, let’s talk people!

We’ll set up camp at Produce Row Cafe on Tuesday, July 27 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm to field all your questions and concerns. We hope to see you there.

If you can’t make it, don’t worry. We’ll do a few more of these.


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It’s happening again

Posted: July 15th, 2010 | Author: erin | Filed under: News | No Responses »

The New Communicators is back in 2010 with another 3 days of community organized, open discussion around how people are using online and offline tools to get their messages out to the world. So, here are some quick details to get things started:

Mark your calendars, The New Communicators is happening in September this year:

  • Wednesday, September 15 2010
  • Thursday, September 16 2010
  • Friday, September 17 2010

Something new, we are focusing on a theme this year: Reciprocity.
With so many ways to connect to each other, where do societal norms of reciprocity fit in? Does authenticity exist as we jump between our online profiles and our face-to-face personae? How can we maintain healthy relationships while being asked to “follow, friend and like” each other? We can expose ourselves to anonymous scrutiny so quickly and easily, how do we deal with the repercussions of both positive and negative feedback? What are the ways small businesses can forge real relationships with their audiences and actually allow them to influence the business? Is it appropriate to encounter and engage business in our social environments? How can artists and creators involve their audience and allow them to contribute? Continue.

Want to organize an event?

People put together terrific events last year and we are so appreciative of everyone’s participation. If you attended or organized an event last year, we hope you will contribute to this year by spreading the word and participating this year as well.

More soon, friends!