What is HostCamp?
HostCamp is a small, invitation-only event, created to spark ideas and facilitate connections between leaders throughout the WordPress hosting industry. It is a participant-driven event, with expert facilitators that will guide discussions towards our overall focus: advancing WordPress infrastructure.
HostCamp is entirely not-for-profit. All of our time as organizers is volunteered. Each of our facilitators is also volunteering their time. All funds received through sponsorship and ticket sales go to cover the raw costs of the event. If we have any funds left over they’ll go into savings for the next event.
What is HostCamp 1.0?
HostCamp 1.0 is the first edition of HostCamp, scheduled on June 19 2019, the day before WordCamp Europe. HostCamp will be in Berlin, just a few miles from the WordCamp Europe venue.
Is this event related to WordCamp Europe?
No and yes. We are an unofficial event and not a part of the WordCamp organization, beyond being participants and volunteers ourselves. We chose the time and location as a convenience to our guests, the majority of which are also attending WordCamp Europe.
What is an unconference?
We consider HostCamp an unconference because of its semi-formal structure. Instead of a strict structure, participants make each of the topics and discussions what they want them to be, asking questions, and contributing their own insights and perspective.
For more details regarding the unconference event format, read this article, and this one.
Where does HC 1.0 take place?
HostCamp 1.0 will take place at Betahaus, a fantastic co-working space in Berlin. To find the exact location, check Google Maps here.
Who can attend?
This event is invitation only and is focused on technical leaders and decision makers directly in and connected to the WordPress hosting industry. You can apply here for an invitation.
Who will I meet there?
Attendees include CEOs, CTOs, executives, and other leaders at hosting companies large and small as well as companies and individuals connected to the hosting industry.
What does the ticket cover?
The ticket grants you access to the event and includes snacks to keep you going—breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee breaks and non-alcoholic drinks.
How can I support HostCamp 1.0?
If you resonate with HostCamp’s mission and are willing to support it in order to make it happen, you can do this on Eventbrite or by emailing us at ideas@hostcamp.org.
How long is registration open?
Registrations are open until the 12th of June, 12 AM (GMT+2).
Who is the team behind HostCamp?
We’re a small team of people who love WordPress and have been around the ecosystem for a while. You can find us here.
What next?
HostCamp 1.1. Stay tuned!