With the nudge of Mitch Joel (Six Pixels of Separation) being in town, Robin Browne (DaBizBlog) has organized Geek Dinner Ottawa to take place on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30pm at the Blue Cactus Bar and Grill (2 Byward Market).

If you plan on going, please drop a comment here so that we can track numbers for the reservation.

(Note: I’ve withheld the URL for the Blue Cactus Bar and Grill because the site automatically plays annoying music when you connect)

I fly to Germany on Tuesday to deliver a presentation titled Return on Influence: Using Social Media for Business to a client.  The talk illustrates how conversation and community are at the centre of  the trust economy.  I use case studies to show that the use of social media and new media technologies are important components of a comprehensive business strategy.

I’ll have some time to take in Cologne on February 8th and I’m hoping that there are some social media and new media enthusiasts, specialists and professionals that would like to connect for a geek dinner on the 8th.  If you fit that description and are interested in connecting, leave a comment or email me (markblevis@gmail.com) to make necessary arrangements.

I’ll be in Toronto and Vancouver later this month. During both stops, I will be attending geek dinners/podcast meetups.

• Toronto Geek Dinner/Podcast Meetup (RSVP in Facebook)
  Thursday, November 15th at 6:30pm
  Imperial Public Library (54 Dundas Street E)

• Vancouver Geek Dinner/Podcast Meetup (RSVP in Upcoming)
  Monday, November 19th at 6:00pm
  Steamworks Brewing Co., Gastown location (375 Water Street)

Please be sure to RSVP so that the organizers can arrange sufficient space at the venues. Both events are open to everyone so, even if you find out about this gathering at the last minute, show up.