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At the 2004 event, eBay Live! attendees crowded around to hear eBay President and CEO Meg Whitman's "State of eBay" keynote speech. They chatted with eBay execs at a special Q&A session and at informal encounters throughout the conference. They hung out at the Pinks Lounge and partied at Club Cloud Nine during the Gala. And in the most romantic moment of the conference, the eBay Community lined the Solutions Center Expo Hall aisles for an eBay Wedding. Meanwhile, in the packed classrooms, our in-house experts and partners offered training that you simply can't find anywhere else. Our attendees browsed the Solutions Center Expo Hall and saw firsthand the products and services our exhibitors offer to help make your eBay experience more efficient, profitable, and enjoyable. You can go right now to the eBay Live! 2004 Discussion Board to read what people who attended have to say about the event as they share their eBay Live! experiences with the Community.
Education Education is a huge part of eBay Live!, and what could be more fun than learning about what you already love? At eBay Live! 2004, the classes, hands-on computer labs, and roundtable discussions were divided between topics of interest to buyers and sellers. The education tracks were further divided by skill level-all levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Attendees went home with a whole new repertoire of practical information, advice, and techniques that they could apply right away in their buying and selling. Buyers, for example, participated in Category Discussions on everything from Apparel & Accessories to Sports Memorabilia. They learned their way around in "Learn How to Navigate eBay with an Expert" and picked up new skills in "Bid to Win! How to Win and Manage Your Buying on eBay." They also took part in the hilarious "Buyer Showdown!" game, in which contestants competed to see who was the "best buyer". Sellers had a wealth of educational opportunities to choose from. Newer sellers took classes like "Beginning Photography" while our PowerSellers sat in on "Hire the Best! A Tool Kit for Easy and Successful Hiring," "Raising Kids While Making a Fortune on eBay," and "Selecting a Retirement Plan for Your Small Business." There were many classes that benefited everyone-for example, "Reaching Your Full Potential," "The Balancing Act," and "Spoof, spam, and Privacy." And that was just the tip of the iceberg! Here's a full listing of the classes that were available to the Community this year. You can be sure that eBay Live! 2005 will build on the 2004 experience as eBay continues to help Community members reach their goals! Conference Areas, Activities, and Offerings Here's a rundown on where people went at eBay Live! 2004 and what they did there. All in all, there were plenty of fun things to see and do, all in a stimulating, friendly, Community-based environment!
Conference Areas PowerSeller Lounge Available to PowerSellers and selected Top Sellers, this private lounge featured computer terminals, customer-support representatives, category managers, informal Q&A opportunities with partners, and its own branch of The eBay Shop. Solutions Center Expo Hall This is where buyers and sellers could check out the products and services offered by our exhibitors, attend classes in the Learning Center and the Roundtable Discussion area, meet with our selling specialists in the Seller Scalability Center, seek help in the Customer Support Center, cruise The eBay Shop, and relax in the Pinks Lounge. These were the eBay booths in the Solutions Center Expo Hall: eBay Anything Points Clothing, Shoes, and Accessories Books, Movies, Music, and Video Games Business & Industrial and Computers & Networking Camp eBay Collectibles Customer Support Center Education Specialist Program User Experience and Design eBay Developers Program/PayPal Developers Program eBay Giving Works Global Billing Home & Garden International Trading Jewelry & Watches eBay Keywords eBay Motors NetChoice PayPal Pinks Lounge eBay Seller and Buyer Tools Seller Central Sports & Tickets eBay Stores Consumer Electronics/Photo & Musical Instruments Toys Trading Assistants The eBay Shop The eBay Shop was well-stocked with official 2004 eBay Live! limited-edition collectibles and eBay-branded merchandise! This was also the place to find books by our many guest speakers (and get them autographed). Collector's Corner This was the place to gather if you were looking to trade a Card or Pin or to meet other collectors. eBay staff, including eBay President and CEO Meg Whitman and eBay Founder Pierre Omidyar, dropped by to autograph eBay Live! collectibles. The Chatterbox Many eBay Community members visited The Chatterbox to record a video message to share with eBay employees.
Special Activities Welcome Reception This was the official kickoff of eBay Live!, as everyone present on Thursday evening gathered for food, beverages, games, access to The eBay Shop, and the opening of our exhibitor booths. Everyone enjoyed the strolling sounds of New Orleans and the first social event of the conference, which was sponsored by Monster, Hewlett-Packard, Fidelity, and the U.S. Postal Service. Welcome to eBay Live! Orientation For those who were new to eBay Live!, this was their briefing on all the new cool stuff. They mingled, met the eBay staff, and found out how to make the most of their three days at the conference. PowerSeller Orientation PowerSellers and Top Sellers were invited to learn how to maximize their eBay Live! experience with a special introduction from our PowerSeller team. With our guidance they quickly planned their weekend with a suggested course schedule of advanced education. Keynote Address with Meg Whitman, eBay President and CEO Meg Whitman was joined by Jeff Jordan, Senior Vice President of eBay North America, for a well-attended and lively discussion about eBay-where the Community is now and their observations on what the future might bring. Networking Dinners We put groups of people together-eBay enthusiasts with similar passions-and sent them out for a delicious dinner in a city that's famous for its food. In fact, we did everything except pick up the check! An eBay Wedding There wasn't a dry eye in the house when Maggy and Brad said "I do"! The two met on eBay, and Brad sniped Maggy's engagement ring on eBay, so it was only fitting that they be married within the Community that brought them together. Gala and Community Hall of Fame Awards The eBay Community sat down to a buffet dinner, live entertainment, and the Community Hall of Fame Awards ceremony at the closing Gala, which is becoming one of the most anticipated events at our annual conference. The Gala was sponsored by Monster.
Special Offerings Treasure Quest The Treasure Quest included in everyone's conference bag led industrious treasure hunters to this year's editions of our popular Trading Cards and Collector Pins. At each Stamping Station participants received a stamp on their Treasure Quest to mark each step in their journey to completing both sets of collectibles. Executive Q&A This was an informal chat with eBay execs. The intimate setting encouraged eBay Community members to ask questions and to share stories with the team that manages the eBay business. eBay Pals Matching Program Lots of people come to eBay Live! by themselves. If they were game, we matched them up with people who share the same interests. It's one more way of strengthening the eBay Community.
Anything Points Books, Movies, Music & Video Games Business and Industrial Clothing, Shoes & Accessories Computers and Networking Collectibles Community-eBay Groups Community-Forums Co-op Advertising Program Consumer Electronics and Photo Customer Support eBay Buyer Tools-My eBay eBay Buyer Tools-Toolbar with Account Guard eBay Developers Program eBay Giving Works eBay Keywords eBay Motors eBay Real Estate eBay Seller Tools-Sellers Assistant Basic & Pro eBay Seller Tools-Selling Manager & Selling Manager Pro eBay Seller Tools-Turbo Lister eBay Stores eBay Toys eBay Trust & Safety Education Specialist Program Global Billing Health & Beauty Home and Garden Information Security International Trading Jewelry & Watches Musical Instruments PowerSeller Program PayPal PayPal Buyer Credit Seller Central Seller Features Sports Tickets Trading Assistants Trust and Safety-Reducing Unpaid Items User Experience & Design
Go Global! Cross-Border Buying and Selling (Advanced) Join eBay and PayPal staff and experienced eBay users for a discussion on international trade. PayPal: PayPal for Buyers and PayPal Buyer Protection (All Levels) Learn about the options available through PayPal. Tips on instantly sending money, security, PayPal Buyer Protection, and tracking your purchases will have you "Power Buying" on eBay in no time. Finding New Sources of Products (Advanced) A panel of experts will discuss best and little-known sources for new products in the U.S. and overseas. Learn about the legal issues you may encounter and get advice on how you can protect yourself when importing to resell. You can also turn to eBay University to take classes on all aspects of eBay. eBay U travels across the country, but if it's not coming to a city near you, you can still benefit from this program. Just link to it right from your computer and take advantage of our expert instructors' wide-ranging knowledge.
We promise to bring you an event that will be better than ever, filled with unsurpassed educational and networking opportunities. Whatever your interests in eBay, eBay Live! 2005 will help you reach your goals. Start planning ahead now, and check back often to see what's coming at eBay Live! 2005!
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