November 6, 2024 — Two years ago, I stepped into the team manager role for the customer success group focused on WooCommerce. At different times, our team has spanned people in Serbia, Greece, Spain, and across US, including Hawaii.

With the world embracing remote and distributed work more than ever, organizations are exploring different ways to adapt. Join me as I share some effective practices our group (previously, the SkyVerge team) has adopted to keep the remote work mojo alive.

We’ll dive into how we champion remote work culture and things that make distributed teams tick – through simple things like having cameras on in meetings, to not so simple practices like working publicly in Slack. Remote work is more than just getting work done from home.

November 6, 2024 — In today’s dynamic digital landscape, the convergence of WordPress, immersive technologies, and the influx of traditionally marginalized individuals into the WP space presents a thrilling opportunity for proactive engagement and inclusive growth.

Let’s embark on a journey together to navigate through the vibrant realm of WordPress, a cornerstone of online presence, creation, and management. We’ll uncover the transformative potential it holds for individuals and organizations alike, empowering them to tell their own digital stories.

But the excitement doesn’t end there. We’ll delve into immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and AI, envisioning a future where digital interactions transcend boundaries and captivate audiences like never before. These technologies can not only revolutionize communication but also pave the way for enhanced user engagement across diverse communities.

Yet, as we embrace this technological revolution, it’s imperative to shine a light on those who have historically been sidelined. We’ll shed light on emerging minorities, encompassing marginalized communities and underrepresented voices, and discuss the vital importance of amplifying their narratives. By addressing the challenges and barriers they face in accessing and utilizing technology, we can create a more inclusive digital landscape.

Through WordPress and immersive technologies, we have the power to bridge this gap, ushering in an era where every voice is heard and every story matters. By the end of our discussion, attendees will be equipped with not just inspiration but also practical tools to champion inclusivity within the WordPress ecosystem, ultimately contributing to the democratization of the web. Let’s pivot towards a future where everyone has a seat at the table.

November 6, 2024 — Currently, it isn’t easy to translate your WordPress into different languages. Many plugins have various ways of solving Multilingualism, and even the core has something in store for us in the future. We dive into the differences between the most used plugins and things to be aware of when translating websites

November 6, 2024 — WordPress provides flexibility, ease of use, customization options, and the ability to integrate with other tools, making it a strong choice as an eLearning platform. Content published in a WordPress Learning Management System (LMS) needs to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). However, following WCAG is not enough. We want to make sure that students have a great experience. To build a great learning experience, we need to do more than follow the rules.

With so many themes and plugins, how do you choose which are accessible, robust and produce engaging interactions that meet your intended learning objectives?

In this session, we’ll talk about ways to go beyond checklists, explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and accessibility best practices to evaluate WordPress tools and create digital learning content that is accessible and easy to use.

November 6, 2024 — Discover the inspiring journey of how a simple free WordPress plugin was transformed into a seven-figure enterprise in just two years, without spending a single dollar on advertisements. In this talk, I will share the strategic insights and pivotal decisions that catapulted my plugin from a free offering to a robust, money-making machine. Attendees will learn about leveraging organic growth, community building, value-driven enhancements, and innovative monetization strategies that defy conventional digital marketing wisdom.

I will delve into the challenges faced, the milestones reached, and the crucial do’s and don’ts that shaped my entrepreneurial voyage. This session will offer practical advice on product development, market positioning, customer engagement, and scaling a business sustainably. Whether you’re a developer, a business owner, or a digital enthusiast, this talk will equip you with actionable tactics and real-world lessons to help you navigate your own path to success in the competitive world of WordPress plugins.

November 6, 2024 — Building WordPress websites for a living can become a soul searing experience. In the beginning, you think it’s great that you are doing something you love. In the end, you’re miserable, frustrated and unfulfilled with the process.

If this is your story come join me as I explain what career path I took by accident that is providing some of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. I will show you how to take 4 things you already know to build your next career.

Attendees will learn how to leverage what they already know about WordPress into new career possibilities that will change how they feel about themselves and the work they do.

Yes, there is life after web design and development.

November 6, 2024 — In response to generative AI, misinformation and the ever-growing internet, Google has responded by changing its definition of quality content and what a website needs to look like to be considered trustworthy. While there won’t be any sacking, attendees will be served an understanding of what E-E-A-T is, why it needs to be part of your web strategy and practical ways that WordPress can help demonstrate your website’s trust and authority.

November 6, 2024 — If you can never seem to find time to redesign your own website or launch a new service because you’re too busy with client work… you’re not alone, and this talk is for you!

Attendees will leave with a (1) better understanding of why it’s so hard to move our businesses forward when we’re busy with client work, (2) a clear strategy to address this very common issue, and (3) the motivation to make it happen!

November 6, 2024 — Not getting the results you want from your newsletter? you might be making some simple, easy-to-fix mistakes!

In this session, I’ll show you what NOT to do when sending a newsletter, and 5 things you should do instead so you can maximize engagement.

Then, if you stick around till the end of the session, learn how you can automate some simple newsletters to put engagement on autopilot.

November 6, 2024 — Accessibility in the digital space is always growing and changing as technology advances and new needs arise. During this session, we will discuss getting started in web accessibility, how to approach existing sites versus starting fresh, internal training for teams and working with clients, WCAG compliance versus real usability, and the journey to developing real empathy for your users.