GeekWire is more than a technology news site. It’s a community, tied together by a common belief that technology and innovation can change the world — and that the Seattle region has a unique role to play in that transformation.
We feel privileged as journalists to help foster that community, and we are honored that so many of you have joined us as readers, contributors, attendees and more.
Today we’re excited to unveil a new program that gives you a chance to increase your support for GeekWire’s mission and play a deeper role in the Pacific Northwest tech community: The GeekWire Annual Membership.
With this one-of-a-kind membership not only will you be “good to geek” with VIP access to nine great events during the year, but you’ll also receive exclusive benefits and special perks along the way — including a chance to put your own message on the GeekWire home page for the full year, extra drink tickets at signature events, a special GeekWire keytag with a secret code for access to a members-only page and much more.
In other words, the GeekWire membership is a great way to boost your geek cred and participate in some of the most important tech events of the year, all while supporting GeekWire’s mission of fostering the local tech community through independent journalism.
Nearly 3,000 people attended our events last year, gaining valuable insights and advice from software pioneer Ray Ozzie; Zulily CEO Darrell Cavens; Box co-founder Aaron Levie and many other notable tech leaders. Important connections have been made over games of ping pong or while raising a glass of Champagne.
This year, our events are shaping up to be better than ever, starting with our first Meetup on February 13th, a fireside chat with Tableau Software CEO Christian Chabot.
No matter what your level of Geekdom, we’ve got the right membership program for you, whether it be a GeekWire Super Pass, a Gold Pass or Startup Pass. Details here:
Startup Pass: This membership is perfect for current and aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone with an interest in emerging startups and technologies.
Pass includes access to Startup Day, the Startup Awards, and all four quarterly meetups.
Choose this membership and we’ll automatically register you for all six events — no need to go through a separate signup process each time.
Secret Decoder Keyring: You’ll get an exclusive GeekWire keyring with a QR code that leads to a hidden page on the GeekWire website just for members — with special giveaways, promotions and more inside details.
This membership is a savings of more than $75 from the price of buying the tickets individually.
Click here to purchase your GeekWire Startup Pass.
Gold Pass: Become a Golden Geek! This pass includes access to every GeekWire event of 2013, including the GeekWire Anniversary Bash & Ping-Pong Tournament, the Startup Awards, GeekWire Summit, Startup Day, the GeekWire Gala and all four quarterly meetups.
This membership is a savings of more than $150 from the price of buying tickets individually.
You will receive express check-in, an extra drink ticket and VIP access at selected events, plus a special lanyard and Golden Geek name badge. Plus, automatic registration for each event — sign up once as a member, and we’ll take care of the rest for the entire year.
Special Perks: Your name and up to five words of your choice will be showcased on the GeekWire home page for all of 2013, linked to any site or cause you wish (charity, startup, your personal site, Twitter handle, alma mater, marriage proposal, etc.)*
Secret Decoder Keyring: You’ll get an exclusive GeekWire keyring with a QR code that leads to a hidden page on the GeekWire website just for members — with special giveaways, promotions and more inside details.
Special bonus: The first 25 people to sign up for a Golden Geek or Super Geek pass will receive limited edition GeekWire soccer scarves.
Are you a Golden Geek? Click here to purchase your GeekWire Gold Pass.
Super Pass: Super Geeks Unite! This pass is the best way to support GeekWire and its role as an independent voice of the Seattle technology community.
The Super Pass starts with all the benefits of the Gold Pass, including access to every GeekWire event of 2013 — the GeekWire Anniversary Bash & Ping-Pong Tournament, the Startup Awards, GeekWire Summit, Startup Day, the GeekWire Gala and all four meetups.
You will receive express check-in, an extra drink ticket, and VIP access at selected events, plus a special lanyard and name badge. Automatic registration for each event — sign up once, and we’ll take care of the rest for the entire year.
Your name and up to 10 words of your choice will be showcased on the GeekWire home page for all of 2013, linked to any site or cause you wish (charity, startup, your personal site, Twitter handle, alma mater, marriage proposal, etc.)*
Secret Decoder Keyring: An exclusive GeekWire keytag with a secret code that leads to hidden page on the GeekWire website just for members — with special giveaways, promotions and more.
Super Pass Exclusive Perks
Super Geeks will receive special status as judges for the GeekWire Startup Awards — helping to decide which nominated startups go to the community for final voting.
PLUS, Super Geeks will be invited to a members-only event with the GeekWire team and special guests, at a date to be determined later this year.
Special bonus: The first 25 people to sign up for a Golden Geek or Super Geek pass will receive limited edition GeekWire soccer scarves.
Are you a Super Geek? Click here to buy your GeekWire Super Pass.
For Questions Or To Order By Phone, call (206) 300-0265. Or email social@geekwire.com.
Important Notes: These passes are non-transferable. You will receive your membership keyring at the first event you attend. The keyring is your GeekWire Member ID. You will be automatically signed up for every 2013 GeekWire event that is part of your membership package, and receive email reminders for each event.
If you are one of the first 25 people to sign up for a Gold or Super Pass, you will receive your special GeekWire soccer scarf in the mail upon our next shipment.
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