FieldWorks and Progressive Strategies announce the TechnologyPolitics Summit in Washington, DC April 26th.

The Democratic Primary is over, but the battle for our country is just beginning. The Primary has shown that the Internet alone will not win campaigns, but it is an essential tool. Once the campaign has organized and mobilized via the Internet, it must have the field discipline on the ground to translate virtual momentum into real victories.

Learn how at the grassroots level to, streamline an organization, instantly link field directors to volunteers, and volunteers to voters.

Featured subjects include:

  • Community Building
  • Personalized Communication
  • Voter Contact & Management

Hear from the best in the field including Laura Quinn , Mark Walsh of Air America Radio, David Weinberger, and many others…

The TechnologyPolitics Summit also features a private, exclusive reception with Senator Tom Daschle (D-SD) and other prominent members of the Democratic Caucus.

This year is critical. Every race is significant. So no matter what campaign you’re working on be ready…

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Please call 202.667.4400, Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm EDT,
for any additional information.

The TechnologyPolitics Summit will feature:

Breakfast Plenary Speaker:
8:30AM - 9:45AM

Laura Quinn: Managing Partner, QRS Newmedia, Inc

Laura Quinn is Managing Partner at QRS Newmedia, Inc. During the 2000
Presidential elections, Laura was senior communications advisor to the
Democratic National Committee. Prior to accepting that position she
served as Deputy Chief of Staff to Vice President Al Gore.

Before serving in the White House, Laura was Director of the United
States Senate Democratic Technology Communications Committee, where she
coordinated the Senate Democratic Leadership's efforts to develop
message themes and craft media delivery strategies. While in the Senate,
Laura also oversaw the design, construction, and successful launch of
the DTCC media center, a state of the art facility.

Luncheon Speakers:
12:00PM - 2:00PM

Mark Walsh: CEO, Air America Radio

Mark Walsh is the CEO of Air America Radio, which has finally brought the airwaves a progressive voice. Boasting artists Al Franken, Jeneane Garofalo, Randi Rhodes, and Chuck D, Air America Radio is just the latest example of Mark Walsh’s stellar career in business. From the late 70's through the early 90's he held posts such as news anchorman, Head of New Business Development at Home Box Office, VP/GM at CUC International's OnLine group, and President of GE's online service (GENIE). He joined AOL in early 1995 and created and ran AOL Enterprise, the business-to-business division of AOL. Later he joined VerticalNet Inc, as its CEO, taking the company public in early 1999 and raising $500MM in capital. He became chairman in late 2000. He also served as Chief Technology Advisor at the Democratic National Committee in 2002 and as the head of internet operations at John Kerry for President until he joined Air America Radio. Mark served as a board member and Chair of the Software and Information Industry Association. Mark holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.

David Weinberger: Co-Author, The Cluetrain Manifesto

Dr. David Weinberger is a co-author of the bestselling book, The Cluetrain Manifesto and author of Small Pieces Loosely Joined. He is a frequent commentator on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and “Here and Now”, is a columnist for KMWorld, and has been published in many magazines including Wired, Harvard Business Review, Salon, The New York Times, InfoWeek and Release 1.0. David was Senior Internet Advisor to the Dean campaign and was recently accepted as a Fellow at Harvard’s Berkman Institute for Internet & Society. He has a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Toronto.

Following the Summit at we invite all participants to attend a reception at 6:00 PM in the Capitol with Senator Tom Daschle (D-South Dakota).

Participants Include:

All Politics is Local. . .

Inboxes to Ballot Boxes:
10:00AM - 12:00PM and 2:00PM -4:00PM           

Community Building & Communications Applications

Internet technology has quickly risen from novelty to necessity for campaigns.   Communication via the internet can offer each campaign endless tactical options for communicating with supporters, volunteers, and voters.   From streaming audio and video to blog communities and peer-to-peer internet organizing, this intensive workshop will show just how effective Web technology can be for your campaign.

Tricia Enright: Former Director of Communications, Dean For America

Matt Stoller: Producer, Blogging of the President

Greg Neichin: Vice President for Business Development, GetActive

Jared Parks: Director of Business Development, Nu Thought Media

Cristine Cronin: Wavexpress

From Mouse Pads to Shoe Leather:    
10:00AM - 12:00PM and 2:00PM -4:00PM   

Effective Strategies for Voter Contact & Platform Management

Delivering the right message to the right voter has never been so critical.   The technology for effective voter contact management is available, but how do we successfully integrate it from hard drive to drive way?   This session will explore how campaigns and organizations can effectively build, manage, and implement voter contact programs using the advanced resources available.

Roger Stone: President & CEO, Advocacy, Inc.

Michael Agosta: CTSG

David Brunton: Vice President of Technology, Plus Three

Michael Bassik: Vice President of Internet Advertising, MSHC

Money, Money, Money:       
10:00AM - 12:00PM and 2:00PM -4:00PM            

eDollars—Internet Fundraising

John Hlinko: Vice President of Marketing and Creative Engagement,
Grassroots Enterprise

Vinnie Washrad: Vice President & Washington Director, DonorDigital

Keith Armonaitis: President, Cubistix

Rob Stuart: SVP of Strategic Relations, Advocacy, Inc.