July 17th, 2008 |

Brett Tabke and Vanessa Zamora highlight HostingCon 2008 in this edition of WebmasterWorld Weekly:

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July 16th, 2008 |

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding iNET Interactive’s Acquisition of HostingCon:

• When does iNET Interactive’s ownership of HostingCon become effective?

Answer: Under the terms of the acquisition, iNET Interactive’s ownership is effective July 31, 2008, the day after the close of HostingCon 2008. Interjuncture, the current owner of HostingCon, continues to be responsible for all aspects of HostingCon 2008.

• Where can I learn more about iNET?

You can visit www.iNETinteractive.com or feel free to talk with an iNET representative attending HostingCon 2008.

• Will HostingCon remain the name of the conference?

Answer: Yes

• What is HostingCon’s relationship with Web Hosting Talk? Will HostingCon become Web Hosting Talk Conference?

Answer: HostingCon will remain a stand-alone brand owned and operated by iNET Interactive and separate from the Web Hosting Talk brand. HostingCon – the world’s largest physical gathering of hosted services professionals – is a perfect complement to Web Hosting Talk – the largest online gathering of hosting services professionals.

• Will the format and programming of HostingCon change?

Answer: The current HostingCon format and programming has produced year after year growth indicating success. However, iNET will be evaluating exhibitor and attendee feedback from the 2008 show to better understand their evolving needs. The 2009 format and programming will reflect the feedback and demands of the HostingCon community.

• Why did iNET, an Internet social media company, want to get into the conference business?

Answer: iNET operates multiple online communities for Internet professionals and technology enthusiasts, who utilize various media beyond the Web to gather, collaborate and learn. HostingCon – the world’s largest physical gathering of hosted services professionals – is a perfect complement to Web Hosting Talk – the largest online gathering of hosting services professionals.

• Are Frank and George still going to be involved with HostingCon?

Answer: Yes – after the completion of HostingCon 2008 – Frank and George will remain involved as members of HostingCon’s advisory board.

HostingCon 2008

• Who do I call with a question regarding HostingCon 2008?

Answer: You can email info@hostingcon.com or call +1 815 261-4600 and select option 2.

HostingCon 2009

• Where and when is the HostingCon 2009 show?

Answer: The date and location of HostingCon 2009 will be announced during HostingCon 2008 and communicated via www.HostingCon.com and www.iNETinteractive.com following the completion of the 2008 show.

• Who do I call regarding HostingCon 2009?

Answer: You can contact Bev Yuellig, Event Manager at iNET Interactive, for information about HostingCon 2009 or visit www.HostingCon.com following the completion of the 2008 event.

HostingCon 2009: Exhibitors

• When can exhibitors register for HostingCon 2009?

Answer: Exhibitors can register during the 2008 show. After the 2008 show, exhibitors can contact an iNET Interactive Account Manager for registration.

• Do we still use HostingCon.com to register?

Answer: Yes – Exhibitors and attendees can register at www.HostingCon.com.

• Who do we contact for HostingCon exhibitor registrations?

Answer: HostingCon exhibitors have a single point of contact through an iNET Interactive Account Manager or they can visit www.HostingCon.com. In addition, if you are exhibiting at this year’s show, an iNET Interactive Account Manager will visit with you for a personal introduction.

HostingCon 2009: Attendees

• When can attendees sign-up for HostingCon 2009?

Attendees can register for HostingCon 2009 at www.HostingCon.com after the completion of HostingCon 2008.

• Can we still use HostingCon Connect?

Answer: Yes.

HostingCon 2009: Speakers

• Who do I contact if I want to speak at HostingCon 2009?

Answer: You can contact Bev Yuellig, Event Manager at iNET Interactive. For more information about HostingCon 2009, you can visit www.HostingCon.com after the completion of HostingCon 2008.

July 15th, 2008 |

Dayton, OH and Crystal Lake, IL — July 15, 2008 —iNET Interactive today announced that it has acquired the HostingCon conference and trade show from Interjuncture Corp.  The acquisition will be effective July 31, 2008, immediately following the close of HostingCon 2008.  While Interjuncture Corp. will be responsible for all aspects of HostingCon 2008, iNET Interactive’s staff will be on-hand to address any questions from attendees and exhibitors and to discuss the details of HostingCon 2009.

Founded in 2005, HostingCon is the world’s largest conference and trade show serving the hosted services industry.  This year’s event, to be held July 28 – 30 at Navy Pier in Chicago, is expected to draw over 1,500 hosted services professionals and nearly 100 exhibitors.  The event features keynote addresses from Serguei Beloussov, the Chairman and CEO of Parallels, and Mark Rogers, the Director of Cloud Computing Services at Microsoft.

The addition of HostingCon is a natural extension for iNET Interactive, further strengthening its position as the leading media company serving the hosted services industry.  The iNET Interactive portfolio also includes Web Hosting Talk, the largest online community serving the hosted services industry, HostingCatalog, the industry’s only pay-per-click ad network, and various specialty hosted services directories.

“We are excited to be able to add HostingCon to iNET Interactive,” stated Troy Augustine, iNET’s President and CEO.  “HostingCon – the world’s largest physical gathering of hosted services professionals – is a perfect complement to Web Hosting Talk – the largest online gathering of hosting services professionals.”

HostingCon was founded by George Roberts, the CEO of Interjucture, and Frank Spaulding, Interjucture’s COO.  The pair will remain involved in HostingCon as members of its advisory board.  “Although Frank and I will remain involved as advisors, we are very excited to hand over the reins to iNET Interactive”, George Roberts stated.  “We have complete confidence that iNET Interactive will continue to grow and develop HostingCon with the same passion and commitment that Frank and I have applied.”

About iNET Interactive

Founded in 2002, iNET Interactive (www.iNETinteractive.com) is a social media company operating prominent online communities for Internet professionals and technology enthusiasts. Its vertically-focused communities incorporate user-contributed ratings, reviews, and discussion augmented with professionally-produced content.

About HostingCon

HostingCon is the world’s largest conference and trade show serving the hosted services industry.  Founded by George Roberts and Frank Spaulding in 2005, the annual event has grown to over 1,500 attendees and nearly 100 exhibitors from more than 30 countries.  For more details about HostingCon, visit www.hostingcon.com.

Media Contact:

iNET Interactive

714 E. Monument Ave., Suite 120

Dayton, OH 45402

Kevin Gold, Director, Marketing

877.463.8468

Kevin.gold@inetinteractive.com

July 10th, 2008 |

We’ve worked with the InterContinental on getting our group rate extended so more people can take advantage of the lower rates we’ve negotiated and they’ve agreed to extend our group rates to this coming Monday, July 14th.

If you have not booked your rooms yet, we suggest you use the reservation link on our Hotel/Travel page for the InterContinental immediately to take advantage of our group rates before they end on Monday!