Don’t miss the 1st ICP Community Conference (Florida, May 16th-17th)

Isaac Valadez
Code & State
Published in
4 min readFeb 17, 2023

TL;DR

  • The ICP Community Conference is a 2-day annual ecosystem event happening May 16th-17th (subject to change) in southern Florida that will showcase, educate, & connect entrepreneurs building on the Internet Computer.
  • The conference is hosted by Code & State and Vibrant, and it is open to all web3 founders, investors, developers, content creators, & community members!
  • Attendees can expect keynotes, networking, demos, showcases, web3 swag, & startup pitches. Come meet your favorite Internet Computer founders, investors, & influencers in person!
  • Fill out the interest form to be notified when we announce the venue, speakers, & ticket sales.

Overview

The ICP Community Conference is a 2-day annual ecosystem event that showcases, educates, and connects entrepreneurs building on the Internet Computer. This first event for 2023 is currently scheduled to take place in Southern Florida on May 16th-17th (subject to change). This places the conference one day after Motoko Bootcamp (May 8th-14th) and just before the Bitcoin 2023 Miami conference (May 18th-20th). The ICP Community Conference is hosted by Code & State and Vibrant, and is open to all web3 founders, investors, developers, content creators, and community members!

Fill out the interest form to be notified when early bird tickets go on sale later this month!

What to expect

  • Keynotes: We’re planning a wide range of exciting keynotes which offer exclusive, actionable insights from leading experts.
  • Networking: During the conference attendees will get multiple opportunities to network, the most exciting of which will be the closing party at the end of day 2!
  • Startup Pitch Event: Attendees will get to enjoy an exciting IC startup pitch event! Interested startups can fill out this form to apply for our Pitch Event.
  • Experiences & Showcases: There will be unique experiences from partners, such as enjoying drinks while being part of the live audience for a podcast, or taking a selfie in front of a “Metaverse Portal”.
  • Web3 Goodie Bags: No other blockchain can power web3 swag like the Internet Computer! We’re partnering with ntagle to offer conference goodie bags which will include web3 assets/experiences built into physical objects, a proof of attendance NFT, and much more!

Who should attend?

Entrepreneurs & Developers

  • Get exclusive access to actionable, effective, & ICP relevant entrepreneurship topics from leading experts. For example, you’ll learn how to properly structure tokenomics for an SNS launch!
  • Meet VCs & angel investors who are actively investing in IC projects! Want to pitch to them live on stage? Fill out this form to apply for our Pitch Event.
  • Build awareness of your brand within the top players of the ICP ecosystem by contributing to the attendee swag bags or hosting a booth, fill out this form to apply for sponsorship.
  • Find the partnerships, future employees, content ideas, and business model inspiration you need to make your project a success.

Investors

  • Discover the strongest investment opportunities within the fast-growing ICP ecosystem.
  • Find key resources, contacts, partners, and service providers that can support ventures in your existing portfolio.
  • Identify key ICP startup scene trends & meet the key individuals who have the insights you need to optimize your investment strategy.
  • Connect with other investors and founders to grow your network.

Anyone who loves the IC

  • Network with like-minded people who love the IC. You never know who might be your future boss, co-founder, investor, or friend!
  • Enjoy experiencing the latest and greatest of what the IC has to offer, all while escaping the grind and enjoying sunny Florida.

Date, Location, & Tickets

The event is scheduled for May 16th & 17th, but these dates are subject to change until our team finalizes the venue. Early bird tickets will go on sale before the end of this month. In the meantime, fill out the interest form to be notified when we announce the venue, speakers, & ticket sales!

FAQ

Is this an event hosted by DFINITY?

No, this is a community conference being hosted by Code & State and Vibrant. While it is not an official DFINITY event, we do have a pending grant application and general awareness/support from the DFINITY foundation.

How can I stay in the loop with updates?

Fill out the interest form to be notified when we announce the venue, speakers, & ticket sales.

Can I attend virtually?

Like most web3 conferences, this is an in person event. There are currently no plans to offer “virtual attendance” tickets.

How can I contribute or get involved?

Fill out this form to apply for sponsorship, to volunteer, or to explore other ways to contribute.

Fill out the interest form to be notified when we announce the venue, speakers, & ticket sales!

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Isaac Valadez
Code & State

Isaac is an entrepreneur, blockchain dev, & mechanical engineer from Texas. He co-founded dSquad, organized Motoko Bootcamp, & has traded crypto since 2017.