We (JSConf organizers) are starting something similar (focused on bridging software/web developers into Makers) with RobotsConf http://robotsconf.com/ Would be happy to collaborate on what works/what doesn't -- handle is the same everywhere! Great job on the launch btw.

Sure! Let's make the world better, together! :)) And thanks for the kind words

Absolutely! Thanks for (similarly) taking an awesome risk and putting together what looks to be an epic event. Awesome events are awesome!

thanks, your event sounds cool, we should talk soon