Have you ever wondered what it takes to put together a conference for 500 people? People are always asking Gabe, Emily, or me about BriForum. They ask about the technology or the logistics or what it takes to really put together this conference. So to answer those questions, we decided to create a new blog called "The Road to BriForum." We'll post a new entry here at each Friday that provides a bit of a glimpse behind-the-scenes as to what it really takes to put together an event like this. Think of this like the Reality TV version of the BriForum blog. Feel free to use the comments to ask questions and share ideas about what you'd like us to talk about.

This blog is brand-new as of February 1. However, we've blogged in the past about some behind-the-scenes topics. Here are some links to get you started:

August 20, 2007: Help us do the "right" thing with BriForum sponsors

August 2, 2007: Take a look at our new video player

May 11, 2007: Why the BriForum videos take so long

April 12, 2007: Gabe shows us how he built the set for BriForum's "Geek Out" game show

February 7, 2007: A first look at our Chicago venue

November 9, 2006: Check out our BriForum 2007 Chicago magazine ad

November 2, 2006: Help us design a full-page magazine ad for BriForum

March 17, 2006: What should we do with the BriForum DVDs?