SpeechTEK Madness Continues

Hey Speech-Heads,

As you are by now doubtlessly aware, my Speech Brother Eric B. and I are gearing up in a BIG way for SpeechTEK 2009.

This year’s SpeechTEK is being held in NYC at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square.  And just like everyone else here at The Home Office, we want SpeechTEK 2009 to be THE BEST EVER.  To that end, Eric B. and I have been meeting with our Editorial Team, tossing around ideas, pitching concepts, suggesting changes, talking shop, taking the 30,000 foot view, mind showering, and participating in brain dumps.

Some of our ideas have turned out great.

Some of our ideas…not so much.

So, in the interests of Full Disclosure, we present you with the following:

TOP TEN REJECTED IDEAS FOR SPEECHTEK 2009

10. VUI Designer Kissing Booth

9. “Pants Optional” Breakout Sessions

8. Welcome to SpeechTEK Key Party Keynote

7. Mandatory “Do A Shot Every Time Someone Uses an Acronym’” Policy

6. CEO Dunk Tank

5. The First Annual IVRave

4. Free Tiger Cubs To The First 100 Registered Attendees

3. Conference Track Dedicated to Hearing Aid Technology

2. Economic Downturn Pancake Breakfast Buffet

1. Mergers and Acquisitions Petting Zoo