Repost from HuffingtonPost Tech  Lately, I've had more people asking me what the secret sauce of a successful crowdsourcing campaign is. It's quite simple, but it's more than just getting consumers to vote, like, or jump on the bandwagon and buy the products you are creating. It's about actually creating an entire brand experience for followers. You need to be willing to dig into detailed planning that integrates streamlined action items into that plan. Strategic thinking is invaluable in crowdsourcing activities. We live in an age of entrepreneurial overload, after all -- how are you going[...]

Early this year, i've received #PBJ40U40 award. I was so humbled to know that i was chosen by the Portland Business Journal! I've had a blast going through the interview process, photo shoot and attending the award show. Thank you! More links to share: this year’s class of the Portland Business Journal’s 40 Under 40. Ivo’s favorite restaurants and her love for 80’s music at PBJ. For more of PBJ 40u40 winner list; photo of album cover ; music video

I've had the privileged to keynote last wednesday at the first ever #eveMCECs #SWE first annual of women engineers/computer scientist event. My topic was about Entrepreneurs: Tell your story & Pitch your ideas- Be bold! I've shared my top 5 key pointers here It was a great crowd and i've had a blast sharing my story!      

I've had a fun time at the #I3PDX Include. Innovate. Invest event last month. I've moderated a discussion/crowdfunding topic on Corporate social responsibility, entrepreneurship and how to start up your company from the ground up! See post write up by the great Malia here!   Moreover, 24Notion is the proud sponsor for the Start-Up Tech challenge here in our backyard! Be sure to sign up! winning team will win an awesome mentorship and consulting services from our very own agency! #24NotionTheCatalyst

We were tasked with the impossible this year at the Tech Awards 2014! we've managed to create one of a kind( out the box) solutions thats never done before. As a result, we've had a standing ovation from the consumer! This event was not only important for us but also for the communities and TAO at large. Our effort was to disrupt the market in a very positive way by incorporating an experiential marketing and blurring the line with advertising/marketing and Social component to get to the right consumer. We've succeeded! check out our pre write up here, and here is our video opening an[...]

I've had the privileged to be a part of the amazing team at NWrWIC plus, moderated a thought provoking discussions on personal brand around STEM/Technology enthusiasts. This year theme was Women Pioneering Innovation! I was accompanied by Microsoft, Tripwire, personal brand advocate Claire and Kate from Intel NBI team. It was a well rounded and fun discussions. Note: photo by Hal Harrison