Last Friday, the Splinter crew attended the tenth happening of Ignite Phoenix at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Coined IPX by its ingenious all-volunteer team, the event lived up to every expectation with the perfect assortment of stimulating presentations (hand-picked from almost a hundred entries) and a fantastic selection of local music, beer, wine and grub.
Here at Splinter, we look forward to every Ignite because we are the lucky ones who get to design the ever-evolving Ignite Phoenix programs! This time around, we did our best to take things to the next level by transforming a once static piece of paper into an interactive conversation starter.
The back of the Ignite Phoenix Program, with instructions for folding and playing the conversation starter.
Based on the grade school game commonly referred to as a fortune teller (aka cootie catcher, chatterbox, salt cellar, or whirlybird), we created a new diversion aimed at sparking conversation among attendees. Once folded, the person initiating the conversation would ask their new acquaintance to choose a category, pick and number and then answer one unique question. While not everyone seemed to have encountered the game during their childhood, it definitely made for an intriguing display of amusement shared by all.
The front of the program and matching CD face design inspired by old school mix tapes.
For the past three Ignite Phoenix events, the team has included with admission an amazing collection of local music on CD. We did our best to entice with a design inspired by old school mix cassette tapes. Matching the modernist style of the program design, the CD was imagined to look like a tape reel using very basic geometric shapes and colors.
Were you one of the lucky attendees of the last Ignite Phoenix? If so, did you engage others with your program?
Behold… Our sponsor video for the 9th installment of Ignite Phoenix!
Being that the event was so close to Cupid’s favorite holiday, we felt it was appropriate to spread the love and show you what makes our hearts tick. After you give the video a looksie, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below… And make sure to tell the world what you love!
It was another epic Tuesday this week as 550+ people from around the valley congregated at the Mesa Arts Center for the sixth installment of Ignite Phoenix. The crew did another excellent job organizing and promoting the event (tickets sold out in 27 minutes), and the presenters brought their “A” game to the table, enlightening the crowd and sharing their passions.
Incase you aren’t privvy, we’ve been working our magic on the programs and signage dating back to Ignite Phoenix 3. (Woah. Seriously? Ignite 7 is really on the way?) It’s been a blast to help the brand grow, and even more fun to have creative leeway with the printed pieces. Having free reign isn’t something to take for granted, and for this we’ll be eternally grateful. Check out our most recent program pictured here ==>
Being that we were so (in)kind with our donations, we had the privilege of putting together a 30 second video to be shown at the beginning of the night. After toiling with several ideas for a number of days, we decided it was time to put together a sample of our work that highlighted a handful of favorite projects. If you missed Ignite Phoenix 6, you can check it out here (make sure to turn up your volume).
Now it’s time to get back to work and start dreaming about the next big idea for Ignite Phoenix 7. More good things to come from Splinter Creative… Stay tuned
This year, Twestival is aiming to highlight eight areas which are preventing some of our poorest youth around the world from going to school and getting the education they need and deserve. Events hosted on the same night around the world will be selecting a specific area to donate to, and Phoenix has put its best foot forward to aid in the building of schools to help those less fortunate.
As part of our sponsorship, we whipped up a couple new snazzy t-shirt designs that Brand X will be printing and delivering to the event. Big thanks to Charles for setting up the online shopping cart so attendees can “pimp” out their shirts with a custom Twitter handle.
Along with the shirt designs, we’ll also be hooking up some signage for the event to show the sponsors some love, and a large and in charge step and repeat banner to capture the moment for attendees.
Twestival is a 100% volunteer organized event, and wouldn’t be possible without great folks like Chris Lee, Wesley Novak, Heather Lee, Jenny Carnie and many more. Everyone has really chipped in once again to help with the logistics of the event as well as raising donations. We’re slowly inching our way towards the goal of $7,500, and hope to beat out Twestival San Francisco after the night of the event. It’s going to be a close one, so all the help we can get is greatly appreciated!
I mean, could you think of a better way to use social media for social good? I sure can’t
It seems like just yesterday I created my Twitter account and began an online journey to make connections and meet new people. Back in January of 2009, I had the pleasure of following Chris Lee who introduced me to Twestival Phoenix and their pursuit to provide clean drinking water to those less fortunate. After clicking a few links and learning more about it, I decided it was a great opportunity for Splinter to lend a helping hand. Little did I know, this event would spawn the introductions to some awesome people in the community, and be the catalyst for future relationships with the Phinest in Phoenix
Several months later, Chris contacted me to see if we’d be interested in helping out with other Phoenix events including Twestival Local. Without hesitation, we jumped on board and look forward to making a difference by providing support to Twestival Local and the St. Mary’s Food Bank. To get started, Chris wanted us to give the logo a little Phoenix love… So I fired it over to our lead designer, Patricia, and turned her loose. Switching out the tree with some traditional Phoenix attire (cacti) and rearranging a few elements, our first mission was complete. As we get closer to the event and get more sponsors locked down, we’ll be providing design and printing for signage along with other materials that will be on display and distributed at the event.
Event Info – Save the Date!
Twestival Local (Phoenix) will be held the evening of Friday, September 11th 2009.
According to the Twestival Phoenix website, the hosts of various Phoenix Friday Night events have graciously offered to combine efforts and make this event one to remember.
Twestival Phoenix Local will be a tweetup for everyone complete with food, drinks, raffle and silent auction. This will be a great opportunity to meet new people from all over the Phoenix valley and have some fun, all while supporting a local charity.
Sounds like a win-win situation if you ask me. If you agree, show your support by adding a “twibbon” to your avatar. You can do so here.
While the event location is still up in the air, you can follow Twestival Phoenix for updates, or check the website for more information as it becomes available.
Several months later, Chris contacted me to see if we’d be interested in helping out with other Phoenix events including 
