WordCamp Minneapolis 2024 has wrapped up and it was truly an amazing event! Held on August 16th at the Mall of America’s Parkview Meeting + Event Center, this one-day gathering brought together WordPress enthusiasts from various backgrounds to learn, share, and connect. Whether the attendees were beginners or experienced developers, there was something for everyone to take away from this year’s camp.
What are WordCamps?
WordCamps are essential for the WordPress community. They bring together enthusiasts, developers, designers, and marketers to share ideas, learn new skills, and connect. These events are the secret sauce that keeps WordPress dynamic and user-friendly. Attendees get to soak up the latest trends and best practices, helping them to constantly innovate and level up their WordPress game.
Brief stats
- Location: Mall of America’s Parkview Meeting + Event Center
- Date: 16th August 2024
- Attendees: 220+
- Sessions: 13
- Speakers: 14
- Organizers: 5
- Sponsors: 11
Bluehost at WordCamp Minneapolis
As a proud Pontoon Boat (Gold) sponsor, Bluehost played an active role in supporting WordCamp Minneapolis. Our team was on-site, ready to engage with attendees, share insights, and showcase our latest WordPress solutions,
What Bluehost brought to the event:
- Showcasing AI Site Generator: At the Bluehost booth, attendees had the chance to explore Bluehost’s latest innovation, the AI Site Generator. This tool is designed to make website creation more accessible, even for those with little technical knowledge. It offers customizable templates and drag-and-drop features that allow users to build professional websites without any coding.
- Bluehost Cloud Hosting: Bluehost also highlighted its Cloud Hosting platform, which provides a managed WordPress hosting solution known for its reliability, fast load times, and ability to handle high traffic. This service is perfect for businesses and individuals looking to ensure their sites are always available and perform well under heavy use.
- We also introduced our new Agency Partner Program, designed to help WordPress agencies grow and thrive.
Swing by our booth at @WordCampMpls! 👋
✅Discover how #BluehostCloud can power your site
✅Explore our AI Site Creator
✅Learn about our exciting Agency Program
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Featured speaker sessions
WordCamp Minneapolis 2024 featured some excellent sessions led by knowledgeable speakers, offering practical tips and valuable insights for all attendees. These sessions were designed to help attendees make the most of their WordPress experience. It was a fantastic opportunity for learning, sharing, and growing within the WordPress community.
Here’s a look at a few standout sessions:
“Inclusive design: Website accessibility with WordPress” by Mykl Roventine
Mykl shared easy-to-understand tips on making websites accessible for everyone, including those with disabilities. The session highlighted simple steps you can take to make your WordPress site user-friendly and compliant with accessibility standards.
“From passion to profit: Leveraging affiliate marketing with WordPress” by Stacy L. Carlson
Stacy’s session was perfect for anyone looking to earn money through their WordPress site. She explained how to use affiliate marketing effectively, shared success stories, and provided tips to help attendees start their own affiliate marketing journey.
“Human-centered marketing: Creating standout content to connect & convert” by Cari O’Brien
Cari focused on how to create content that truly connects with people. She provided straightforward advice on making content engaging and converting readers into loyal customers, emphasizing the importance of understanding your audience’s needs.
“AI tools and techniques: What’s helpful and What’s hype-ful” by Keanan Koppenhaver
In this session, Keanan discussed various AI tools available for WordPress users. He helped attendees understand which tools are genuinely useful and which ones might not be worth the hype, providing practical examples of how AI can make tasks easier.
Looking ahead
WordCamp Minneapolis 2024 was a celebration of the WordPress community’s passion for learning and innovation. It offered valuable insights, practical skills, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. As we look forward to future events, we remain committed to supporting the WordPress community and helping users, developers, and designers succeed in their WordPress journey.
