BIG Thanks

I’ve been consumed the last few weeks with hosting the Bangkok Twestival celebration (see Twestival, Fusing Social Media With Global Change for more on this event). Feels great to raise money for charity in conjuction with so many other cities around the world, but YES–it was exhausting. Here’s a special thank you from Baan Dada orphanage [...]

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Twestival, Fusing Social Media With Global Change

Twaah— Tweee– I know it’s a mouthful, right? But since I first heard about Twestival, I have loved the concept. For those unfamiliar, here’s a look at the background and structure of what makes this twitter-festival exceptional. The History of Twestival The idea is simple: Tweet. Meet. Give. Twestival gives people an event where they can not only meet [...]

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#FollowFriday & May BKK Tweetup

That’s right, it’s Friday already :-ว Check these tweeple out and below is an invite to the next BKK Charity Tweet-up Get behind some fatties, these tweeple love food: @sleepyandhungry @steakRIOT @MisterNoodle @migrationology @simonleung I’m fresh on the tracks of (the last five twppl I followed): @raquellins @successfool @patricksallee @jrpolgar @lynchk8 Most helpful tweep: @hp88 Hot topics: #WorldMalariaDay [...]

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The Basics of Tweeting Responsibly

We’ve been using a social media service called twitter to help get the word out about the different causes in Bangkok. Here’s some easy to do things to keep twitter fun and effective. Please comment to add to the suggestions here and pass this along. (Tip: If you’re scratching your head because you don’t know what [...]

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Bangkok Charity Tweet-Up

What: Bangkok Charity Tweet-Up When: 7pm Sunday, April 12th, 2009 Where: Buongiorno Coffee & Wine Bar The place is located on Ratchawithi Soi 2, a 15 minute walk from the BTS. Exit 3 or 4 on the BTS and take the skywalk towards the monument. When it forks go right, and go down the steps in front of [...]

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