The Get Connected Summit (GCS) brings together leaders and enthusiasts in the electronic music, media and technology industries to explore and develop innovative opportunities across these increasingly converging sectors. GCS consists of three core components: Think, Mix & Play.





A series of discussions and instructional workshops designed to stimulate creative thinking and promote learning on relevant topics in an intimate setting. Topics include audio and video production, electronic media creation and distribution, new technology solutions, event production, and politics of entertainment.










A host of resources and events designed to facilitate networking and stimulate organic developments.

Online and print directories will be available to all attendees to encourage pre-arranged and on the fly meeting A meeting room is available for the full two summit days for anyone who work, mingle and meet. Wi-Fi is provided. A Nightly networking mixer will be held at the Summit (food and beverages will be provided)









"Summit Pass" entitles attendees to special benefits at numerous venues throughout San Francisco. Venues and events coming soon.

VENUE INFORMATION

GCS "Think" segments will be held at Pyramind, San Francisco's leading media, music production and educational facility located south of Market. GCS capacity is limited to ensure an intimate environment for Summit attendees. Register now for early bird special and guaranteed entry!

Pyramind is located at:
832 Folsom St.
San Francisco, CA 94107

AGENDA
October 1
7pm : GCS Opening Party (Location TBC) Registration available at Opening Party
October 2
9:30am: Registration opens
10:15a - 10:45a: Keynote Presentation
11:00am: Exhibitor Hall and Meeting Room opens
11:00am - 1:00pm: Panels and Workshops/Demos (880 Folsom)
11:30am - 1:00pm: Panels (5th Floor)
1:00pm - 2:00pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Panels (5th Floor)
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Panels and Workshops/Demos (880 Folsom)
5:00pm - 7:00pm: Networking Mixer
7:00pm - 11:00pm: International Test Press: Electronic/Dance Music Review
October 3
9:30am: Registration opens
10:15am - 10:45am: Keynote Presentation
11:00am: Exhibitor Hall and Meeting Room opens
11:00am - 1:00pm: Panels and Workshops/Demos (880 Folsom)
11:30am - 1:00pm: Panels (5th Floor)
1:00pm - 2:00pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Panels (5th Floor)
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Panels and Workshops/Demos (880 Folsom)
5:00pm - 7:00pm: Networking Mixer
9:00pm: GSC Closing Party (Location TBC)

GCS "Mix" segments will be held at Pyramind, San Francisco's leading media, music production and educational facility located south of Market. GCS capacity is limited to ensure an intimate environment for Summit attendees. Register now for early bird special and guaranteed entry!

Sponsors
	The Game Audio Network (G.A.N.G.) is a global non-profit organization established to advance the interactive audio industry by providing information, resources, guidance and policy to its members and the game industry at large. G.A.N.G. empowers all game development communities by establishing resources, publicity, and recognition for game business and development professionals. G.A.N.G. also supports career development for students and aspiring game audio professionals, and works through sponsorship and partnership frameworks to empower and unite like-minded organizations.
Media Sponsors
	Electronic Musician is the #1 magazine in the U.S. for musicians who record and produce music in a home or personal studio environment. EM editorial focuses on music-production technology and techniques for musicians. It includes coverage of recording and live-performance equipment, electronic musical instruments, and music production hardware and software.
	Remix educates DJs, engineers, producers, and performers of electronic music about the latest applications and new products specific to the electronic and urban music markets. Remix is the premier consumer magazine in North America dedicated 100 percent to the tools, techniques, and production syles of electronic and urban artists. Remix is the ultimate magazine devoted to keeping readers up-to-date on producing groundbreaking music: everything from house to hip-hop, trance to techno, experimental to electronica, drum 'n' bass to downtempo and all other underground sounds that evade categorization.
Partners
	San Francisco Lovefest (www.sflovefest.org) San Francisco Lovefest, now in its 5th year, has become the largest electronic music festival in the U.S., and one of the most highly regarded music festivals in the world hosting over 25 floats, 300 DJs and 100,000 people.
	Pyramind (www.pyramind.com) Pyramind is a leading-edge production and training facility located in the heart of San Francisco's creative development community. Pyramind provides sound development services and music production for the biggest names in screen and interactive entertainment. Its integrated approach to production and training provide education and expertise in a working studio environment. Pyramind works with clients and students alike to realize their professional and creative goals by providing production services and a proven audio training curriculum that reflects evolving industry needs.
	San Francisco Entertainment Commission (http://tinyurl.com/4fo25a) A seven member Commission established in 2003, the Entertainment Commission has the powers and duties to accept, review and conduct hearings for entertainment-related permit applications. Additionally, the Entertainment Commission plans and coordinates the provision of San Francisco services for major events for which there is no recognized organizer, promoter, or sponsor.