FCIP Entrepreneurial Meetup: The Business of Web Development - October 2009

Topic: The Business of Web Development
Presenters: You and me! (possibly a few specific presenters to be announced)

The Business of Web Development

In a round table format involving everyone present so that we can learn from each other... We'll discuss some of the following topics, starting with those most burning to those in attendance:

Different business structures for internet professionals: Solo/Freelance, Collaborative, Agency..., pros, cons, and issues to be aware of for each
Lessons learned from clients and best practices for managing clients and projects
Billing practices and Contracts
Finding clients
Managing small vs. large projects
Other suggestions? Send 'em to me!

Agenda:
6:00 PM Introductions, and a chance to tell us what you are looking for or ask a question of the group to draw on our collective experience

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Presentation & discussion

7:30 - 7:45 Wrap up and final go-around

7:45 Meeting officially adjourned, though many members stick around to continue the discussion, collaborate with others, and follow up on connections made.

Donation of $1 or $2 requested to cover our Meetup fee. Thank you to all who have contributed in the past, every bit makes a difference! The donation is not required, so don't let that stop you from coming...