Open Source Business Conference Announces Sponsors and Agenda for November 2005 Event

Strategic Insights -

The Open Source Business Conference, scheduled for November 1-2, 2005, at the Boston Marriott Newton, has announced a lineup of sponsors and an agenda that explores the opportunities and challenges of Open Source software. The conference is designed for IT business executives, venture capitalists, attorneys, and other decision-makers tasked with developing businesses that leverage Open Source software. Sponsors include top technology companies such as Sun Microsystems, Microsoft, Novell, and Intel.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Open Source Business Conference (OSBC) is scheduled for November 1-2, 2005, at the Boston Marriott Newton, featuring a lineup of sponsors including Sun Microsystems, Microsoft, Novell, and Intel.
  • The conference will explore controversial issues around building a business on Open Source software and offer insights to commercial success, with a focus on legal, investment, vendor, and customer risks, rewards, and opportunities.
  • The OSBC Startup Showcase will highlight approximately 20 of the industry's most promising Open Source startups, providing an unparalleled "coming out" party for emerging companies.
  • In the April 2005 OSBC event, 25 startups participated in the showcase, with many receiving funding subsequent to their participation.
  • The connection between startup and venture capital was made in many instances at the previous OSBC event, with approximately 20 startups selected from an estimated pool of 150+ potential Open Source startups.

Statistics:

  • 25 startups participated in the OSBC Startup Showcase in April 2005.
  • 150+ potential Open Source startups are expected to participate in the 2005 OSBC Startup Showcase.
  • 20 startups will be selected from the pool of potential startups to participate in the OSBC Startup Showcase.
  • Awards will be presented to the top companies in the Showcase.

Sources:

  • "Open Source Business Conference©, LLC. Open Source Business Conference (OSBC) Lineup | 2005 | OSBC." Open Source Business Conference, LLC, www.osbc.com.
  • "About OSBC | Open Source Business Conference (OSBC)." Open Source Business Conference, LLC, www.osbc.com.