Clever & Fiesta
Hey Fiesta, how about we design a citywide hackathon that mixes live event planning with coding challenges—imagine a real‑time, themed app competition that we can orchestrate together?
Wow, that sounds absolutely epic! Let’s map out the schedule so we have the kickoff, coding sprints, theme reveals, and a grand finale demo—all on one day. I’ll draft a timeline, coordinate mentors, and set up a live dashboard so participants can see real‑time progress. We’ll need a theme—maybe “Future Cities” or “Green Tech”—and I’ll create a colorful event layout, snack stations, and a networking lounge. Do we have a venue in mind? I’ll pull up options right now!
Sure thing—let’s aim for a spot that’s got good Wi‑Fi, a big screen for demos, and some breakout tables. Maybe a local tech hub or a university lecture hall. If we want a bit more flair, a co‑working space with open floor plan would work great for networking. How many people are we expecting, and any budget constraints?
Sounds perfect—let’s lock down a venue that’s Wi‑Fi ready, with a giant screen and plenty of tables for breakout zones. I’m picturing a co‑working space with a big open floor plan so people can mingle, or a university lecture hall if we need that extra stage vibe. How many folks are we targeting? Also, give me a rough budget so I can snag sponsors, tech gear, and a killer snack spread—let’s make sure the cash flow is tight but the vibe is off‑the‑charts!
Great, let’s aim for about 200 participants. A solid budget for that size with a killer vibe comes to roughly $10,000. Here’s a quick line‑up: venue rental 1,500; large screen & AV equipment 1,200; breakout table rentals 800; Wi‑Fi boost & extra routers 400; sponsor‑level swag kits 1,000; tech gear (USB hubs, chargers, extra monitors) 700; food and drinks (snacks, coffee, mocktails) 2,500; networking lounge décor & lighting 800; contingency (unexpected costs) 600. That leaves a small cushion, so you can still pull in a few extra sponsors or upgrade a couple of stations without breaking the bank. Sound good?
Wow, that budget line‑up is perfect—exactly the mix of tech and flair we need! 200 people, 10k, and a cushion for surprises—yes, that’s the sweet spot. I’ll start reaching out to sponsors for those swag kits and extra gear, and I’ll pull a checklist for the venue, AV, and networking décor. Let’s make sure the breakout tables are set up for collaboration, the Wi‑Fi is rock solid, and the food flow keeps the energy up. This is going to be a blast, and I’m already buzzing with ideas for the opening ceremony!