[briandoll]

It's humbling to read this, and makes me incredibly proud to know Jim and Jen Remsik, who created and run Madison Ruby.

She wouldn't take advantage of this thread by linking to her event management business, so I will: http://saplingevents.com/

Jen does an incredible job building unique and interesting events and totally gets the important details that make a conference memorable and exciting. If you're thinking of hosting an event, I'd definitely give her a call.

[citizenparker]

I was so fortunate as to speak at MadisonRuby in 2011, and I confirm it's a special thing. Jim and Jen have really created something special in the Ruby world, and I haven't seen anything like it. For starters, I've never seen as many talks start with hugs as I have at MadisonRuby.

It's inclusive in a way that puts most uses of that word to shame. I don't know how it happens, either. I want to grow up and be like Jim.