Internet Geek Girl

I wanted to take a moment to thank all my fellow women in Tech. Two important events to highlight for tonight! Voter registration deadlines are creeping up soon ladies and WE Vote ‘08 is getting the word out on-line and off-line (a WE tv initiative).

Join some of the leading women of social media for a series of “tweet-ups” in cities across the country tonight, September 16th!!! Our favorite online rock-stars are getting their friends together in New York, Boston, San Francisco, Houston and Anchorage, and you are invited!!

In addition to great networking, you’ll get specific information on how easy it is to register to vote and get involved in the process. Learn more at WEVote08.com! Don’t forget to get your blog badge here! Most states allow you to register up to 30 days before an election.

Based on our scan of the data, you have until at least October 1st in every state to get registered. So check the map for your state’s deadline! Since we are all busy women, let’s just agree that we are all going to make sure we are registered no later than October 1st. No procrastination ladies! That gives you two weeks from today to get this on your action item list!

Check out events tonight in the following locations:

• New York
• Boston
• San Francisco
• Anchorage
• (Houston was canceled due to Hurricane Ike, but we thank those folks worked on organizing)!

All our WE Vote ‘08 Tweet up organizers rock! Shout out to Aliza Sherman, Jen Myronuk, Maria Thurrel, Alexa Scordato, Corey, Erica O’Grady.

PLUS – it’s the launch of Girls in Tech, NYC Chapter!

Technology is a thriving economy in the US and globally; because of this phenomenon Girls in Tech was established to engage and empower women, tout their achievements in the tech sector, provide resources and learning programs to inspire technology careers and start-ups.

It is with excitement and dedication that we invite you to join us as we recognize and celebrate the women in New York that are changing the world through technology and innovation. Please RSVP for this event.

WEtv, Women’s Entertainment Television, has announced the launch of WEVote08.  And yours truly will be leading the charge. That’s right. InternetGeekGirl will proudly serve as the leading blogger for “1 Woman. 1 Vote,” a soon to be launching blog on WEtv.com.

WEVote ’08 , part of the network’s public affairs initiative, WE Empowers Women, is dedicated to encouraging women across the country to get involved in the upcoming Presidential Election by registering to vote and then casting their ballots this November.

The election is heating up.  Our goal is to encourage as many women as possible to make sure they are registered to vote and get involved. Here’s how you can show your support:

• Add a badge on your blog or website (generic or candidate specific available). Click here and add a WEVote08 badge . Tell the world you pledge to vote!
• Follow Us On Twitter. We love our Twitter friends tons!
• Add the WEVote08 Facebook Application and invite your friends on FB!
• Most importantly – make sure you are registered to VOTE!

Working with my colleagues Howard Greenstein and Alexa Scordato – we will keep you guys up to date on exciting developments. So stay tuned!