Ignite Food is an event being held in Phoenix in March. It is a spinoff of the popular Ignite Phoenix event, an evening of presentations by creative Phoenicians. In the words of its organizers, "Ignite is a geek event in over 100 cities worldwide. At the events, Ignite presenters present their personal and professional passions, Using 20 slides that auto-advance every 15 seconds for a total of just 5 minutes." It is a popular and most competitive event.
When the Ignite Phoenix folks decided to create Ignite Food, a sister event revolving entirely around the topic to which I have devoted my career, the easy part was knowing what I wanted to pitch, the mantra you have heard here before,"Farms, Not Pharmacies." We were advised to pitch our passion, and you all know this is mine!
I've been accepted…which, given the stiff competition for a limited number of slots, was a difficult achievement. Seeing the submissions validates that we have a lot of people around these parts qualified to talk food!
Now the challenge is to create a slide show and presentation that fits the format rules. I am already working on my scheme.er.Power Point.
If you are in Phoenix, and you would like to attend, grab your ticket now, because Ignite events do sell out! Here is more information about the speakers and ticket purchase.
I have been told that we are all videotaped, which means I will also be able to, and will, share my final project here online.
Check out the Ignite home page to learn how you can become involved in your own city!
So honored and excited to have been chosen by the Ignite committee! Thanks so much!