About WebbyConnect Laguna

For three can't-miss days in 2007 and 2008, members of the Webby community gathered to exchange ideas, evaluate trends, explore the controversies, debate hot-button topics and check out what's next in interactive media, entertainment and advertising.

Attendess were given the opportunity to rethink the idea of what a conference is and should be while sharing the vision and insights of Webby Award Winners and the Academy, and connecting with the people that matter most. It was a truly compelling and memorable three days.

What Drew People to WebbyConnect?

Having reinvented the awards show, The Webby Awards applied its trademark flair and style to the staid world of industry conferences. WebbyConnect brought together Webby Award winners, Academy members, and leaders in fields such as entertainment, advertising, and politics for an exclusive, three-day gathering exploring and charting the future of the Internet and emerging media.

Set in beautiful Laguna Niguel, the Ritz Carlton offered breathtaking ocean views and unparalleled elegance, making WebbyConnect a unique conference experience.

What People Said

"I thought I knew more about the Internet than anyone else on the planet. And then I stepped into the conference and nudged my knowledge of the Internet into the holy-crap zone." -Tommy Means, Creative Director/Director, Mekanism

"The whole conference was fantastic and I not only had a blast, but really enjoyed the panels and met some cool folks. More than well worth the trip." -Lou Wallach, SVP, Original Content Comedy Central

"The location was magnificent-I was blown away and would come back again and again." -Samantha Saturn,
VP Digital Marketing Columbia Records

"This was so well done, such a great group of people, I'm hooked." -Sean Mills, President The Onion

"At WebbyConnect, the imaginary line between the panelists and attendees was refreshingly blurred. Rather quickly, the event became one big, open, provocative conversation about the future of the Web and what it will take to get there."
-David Pescovitz, Co-editor, BoingBoing.net

"The panel topics were diverse and relevant, the panelists excellent, the attendees hip and interesting, and the social events varied and really fun." -Catherine Levene COO, Daily Candy