So for the first time ever, I went to the SF tech meet up where they also show betas...I have to say I enjoyed it. Not only was it good networking, there were some interesting companies that provided the audience with a demo and some food for thought.
As I am a woman I should not like this site, but I like Zivity (http://www.zivity.com/). I am probably being naive as my passion in the day was art (BA in art history from Cal), but I really would like to approach the site as a portal for photo sharing and revenue for the photographer and artist. Yes, there are some nudes, but nudes are also art - think of David. The woman providing the presentation was having a bit of a hard time, but I would like to salute her for having the gumption to go on stage. This site will most likely make a killing because as we all know – sex is a money maker. Plus, the subscription based business model will work. For only $10 I know many men and women that will pay to see tasteful, yet seductive photos.
I love the wine concept on the iPhone. As a wine enthusiast, I can very much appreciate it. He never clearly defined his business model, but what does he care – they can be picked up by wine spectator magazine or a content provider type as a nice service for clients.
While the above two companies remind me of the 1999 .com or bomb companies…Ribbit to me appeared like it can be a true disruptive force. Developers love the open source and open platforms…with Ribbit you can have “unified communications” sans Cisco.
Well…I will continue to attend these events, listen, learn and network. I love San Francisco and the Valley…I am so happy to be part of these 21st Century “Belle Opaque” salons.
As I am a woman I should not like this site, but I like Zivity (http://www.zivity.com/). I am probably being naive as my passion in the day was art (BA in art history from Cal), but I really would like to approach the site as a portal for photo sharing and revenue for the photographer and artist. Yes, there are some nudes, but nudes are also art - think of David. The woman providing the presentation was having a bit of a hard time, but I would like to salute her for having the gumption to go on stage. This site will most likely make a killing because as we all know – sex is a money maker. Plus, the subscription based business model will work. For only $10 I know many men and women that will pay to see tasteful, yet seductive photos.I love the wine concept on the iPhone. As a wine enthusiast, I can very much appreciate it. He never clearly defined his business model, but what does he care – they can be picked up by wine spectator magazine or a content provider type as a nice service for clients.
While the above two companies remind me of the 1999 .com or bomb companies…Ribbit to me appeared like it can be a true disruptive force. Developers love the open source and open platforms…with Ribbit you can have “unified communications” sans Cisco.Well…I will continue to attend these events, listen, learn and network. I love San Francisco and the Valley…I am so happy to be part of these 21st Century “Belle Opaque” salons.
