Last June 23-25, the 8th BlogPaws conference was held in Phoenix, AZ. This was my 3rd time and Sugar’s 2nd time attending BlogPaws. Here are 8 Things I Love About 2016 BlogPaws Conference.
2016 BlogPaws Conference
1. Hill’s Pet – Through Hill’s Pet sponsorship, our 2016 BlogPaws attendance was extra special. At BlogPaws, Hill’s Pet booth focused on their Food, Love & Shelter program – providing food and care to disaster areas. Hill’s Pet also shared information to all pet parents about being Pet Prepared.
DYK? @HillsPet is more than just a #petfood company #hillspet #petprepared at #blogpaws https://t.co/1UYPrKhX0a #ad pic.twitter.com/WUOsRXOu5v
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 29, 2016
Use this link to download and print Hill’s Pet Emergency Preparedness Infographic List.
2. PetSmart – It was so much fun touring PetSmart Home Office in Phoenix. PetSmart offers great amenities to their employees, like a day-care center, fitness center, cleaners, employee cafeteria, a coffee kiosk and they can bring their dog to work.
A big welcome to our #BlogPaws VIPs! You’re in for a wild ride! #blogpaws2016 pic.twitter.com/NunJk0egZT
— PetSmart (@PetSmart) June 22, 2016
I can’t share much of what was discussed during the luncheon presentation.
There are great things happening at PetSmart.
3. Blog Pals – BlogPaws is all about mingling with your blog pals. SUGAR hung out a lot with Little Oz the Terrier. My favorite photo from BlogPaws Nose to Nose red carpet event.
#BlogPaws Pawty @SpencTheDoodle @Oz_theTerrier @mypawsitivepet @mk_clinton @Caluvsdogs @ThePlayfulKitty @k9carryall pic.twitter.com/10mb3wvjcZ
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 27, 2016
4. Networking with Brands – Love the spacious exhibit hall. I enjoyed connecting with brands I’ve worked with and getting to know new brands. It’s great for brands to remember post/campaigns I’ve done and provided positive compliments.
5. Educational Session/Speakers/VIP Sessions
Favorite Session – Analytics Using Data to take your blog to the next level by Adam Greenbaum was my favorite social media/tech session. “Better content wins”
better content wins @Greenbaumly #blogpaws tech track analytics session ????
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 24, 2016
Favorite Speakers – Keynote speaker, Pamela Slim was my favorite. What she said about “Who I Am, What Skills Do I Have, What Am I Passionate To Share?” was inspiring. If you want step by step advice to escape your job and pursue your passion, read Pamela Slim’s book Escape From Cubicle Nation.
Favorite VIP Sessions
Better Recipes for All! GoldenThanks @NaturesRecipe pawsome breakfast #socialmedia session @PRhacking #BlogPaws pic.twitter.com/9LMYO6DmOl
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 24, 2016
a) Breakfast with Nature’s Recipe – Sharing an “awe” emotion {better recipe} content for social sharing. I can’t wait for Nature’s Variety Better Recipes for All campaign.
#Arizona @azhumane response to #pet emergency Be #PetPrepared @HillsPet #blogpaws #ad pic.twitter.com/n0EOabXrIP
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 25, 2016
b) Hill’s Pet Preparedness luncheon presentation and an inside-look of the Arizona Humane Society pet emergency unit.
6. Stations
Lots of Golden Thanks #Seresto ???? re-charge station #blogoaws ???? SUGAR wearing her Seresto collar pic.twitter.com/850LZj7Jkt
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 23, 2016
Sugar and I enjoyed hanging out at the Seresto Lounge while charging my devices.
Coffee Bar – I enjoyed many iced vanilla coffees with chocolate straws. Golden Thanks to Weruva.
Dogs were welcome at the Cat Lounge sponsored by Hauspanther. I love the coloring station plus the selfie cat table.
Woofs @hauspanther #BlogPaws #Cat StyleLounge FeaturedLatest&Greatest #CatProducts https://t.co/3Jptw6DNLv + <3 dogs pic.twitter.com/vs221DK9JY
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) July 6, 2016
7. Swag Bag
Wow! Lots of goodies. The tee shirts design from The Mountain is pawsome.
8. Venue & Zero Waste
all @BlogPaws furry friend will have GrandTreatment at #dogfriendly @sheratongrandaz #SGWHP Woofs! 2016 #BlogPaws! pic.twitter.com/zOirozr6Ij
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 22, 2016
The Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse was a great choice. They welcomed everyone and provided grand hospitality.
Special Woofs to Only Natural Pet and the Pet Industry Sustainability Coalition for the initiative of being a zero-waste event.
Golden Thanks to all 2016 BlogPaws sponsors and special Woofs to Hill’s Pet!
Woofs! for @BlogPaws Golden Thanks to all the sponsors especially @HillsPet for making our 2016 #BlogPaws special pic.twitter.com/jKDTvfUhum
— GoldenWoofs (@SugarTheGoldenR) June 26, 2016
easy rider says
July 11, 2016 at 7:40 AMI wpuld love to enter such an event… and we would like to learn more about using our blog and social medias the best way…
Monty, Harlow and Ramble says
July 11, 2016 at 10:22 AMStill wish we could have made it! It looks like it was so much fun!
Monty, Harlow and Ramble
Groovy Goldendoodles says
July 11, 2016 at 3:58 PMIt was a wonderful getaway and it was great to finally meet you. Hope to see you in SC in 2017! I’m bringing the boys #ofcourse
The Island Cats says
July 11, 2016 at 5:52 PMThe mom enjoyed seeing you at BlogPaws, Sugar!
M. K. Clinton says
July 11, 2016 at 6:02 PMWe had a great time with you and Sugar. We must get together and talk!
Spencer the Goldendoodle says
July 12, 2016 at 12:53 AMWonderful post! So much fun and I love that picture of all of us too!
Ann Staub says
July 13, 2016 at 1:07 PMWay too much fun! I wore my Hill’s shirt the other day. It fits perfectly!
Kevin says
July 13, 2016 at 4:23 PMYou got some really great photos – I especially love the one of the doors being held open for Sugar! It was so great to finally meet and spend some time together!
The Daily Pip says
July 15, 2016 at 12:35 PMSo glad we were able to reconnect after so many years. I loved seeing Sugar again!
Emmy Scammahorn says
July 15, 2016 at 1:48 PMSugar, you’re my heart, and your mom and dad are the wind beneath my wings. Big (((hugs))) to all three of you.