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Miami Databricks User Group

Optimal Timing for a Databricks & Genie Event

Summary: Enrique Escobar is organizing a Databricks & Genie event in Miami and seeks input on the best timing. They inquire about ideal times of the year, potential scheduling conflicts with other events, and preferences for weekdays or weekends. The discussion also invites suggestions on factors affecting attendance, such as weather and holidays, and seeks successful event timing strategies from past experiences.
AI Summary

We're exploring the best time to host a Databricks & Genie event in Miami. This event aims to bring together enthusiasts and professionals to dive into the latest advancements and applications of Databricks and Genie. To make this event successful, we want to hear from you!

Discussion Points:

  • What time of the year do you think would be most ideal for such an event?

  • Are there specific events or conferences we should align with or avoid clashing with?

  • Based on your experience, are weekdays or weekends more suitable for high participation?

  • What factors influence your availability and interest in attending a tech event (weather, holidays, workload)?

  • Any successful event timing strategies you have experienced in the past?

Your feedback is invaluable in creating a valuable and memorable event experience!

1 comment
Sebastien Vaval
2 weeks, 2 days ago

1. Best time of year

- Late October to mid-November

2. Events to align with — and clash to avoid

- Miami AI Summit / eMerge AI programming — e.g. Oct 23, 2026 in Coral Gables

- eMerge Americas — April 22–24, 2026;

3. Weekdays vs weekends

For high participation

- Best: Tuesday–Thursday, start 4:00–5:30 p.m., end by 8:30 p.m. People can leave work, attend, and still get home.

- Workshop / certification / hackathon: Saturday morning only if you market it as hands-on

4. What actually drives availability and interest

- Travel: From Canada. Give 4 weeks notice

5. Timing strategies that have worked

- Two-part cadence: 90-minute breakfast for decision-makers + evening builder meetup the same day. Same venue, two audiences.

Enrique Escobar
1 month ago