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Growing WordPress Communities Through Next-Generation Events
Join Makarand Mane and Abhay Kulkarni as they share proven strategies for expanding your local WordPress community through innovative Next-Gen WordPress events that go beyond traditional WordCamps. Next-Gen WordPress events are focused, accessible gatherings designed to connect with students and professionals who are new to WordPress. These events introduce participants to WordPress fundamentals, contribution opportunities, and community involvement in a more intimate, approachable setting. This session will cover practical strategies for organizing events like WordPress Campus Connect and other community-focused initiatives that drive meaningful engagement and sustainable growth.
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- 1. Growing WordPress Communities ThroughNext-Generation Events Abhay Kulkarni Makarand Mane
- 2. Abhay Kulkarni ➔ Co-Founderat Jeevonix LLP - Agile & Reliable AI Solutions ➔ Founder at WebiSharp ➔ Ex-PM at OttoKit ➔ Lead Organiser WordPress Campus Connect Kolhapur 2025 ➔ Organiser WordCamp Kolhapur 2026 About Abhay abhay.co
- 3. Makarand Mane ➔ CEO WPGenius Solutions LLP ➔ MD FenixHost.in ➔ Full stack WordPress Developer ➔ Lead Organiser WordCamp Kolhapur 2025 & 2026 ➔ Diversity Scholarship Recipient for WordCamp Asia 2025 ➔ Organiser WordCamp Asia 2026 About Makarand @mkrndmane MakarandMane.com
- 4. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me How many of you have attended a local WordPress Meetups?
- 5. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me The Kolhapur Story
- 6. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me The Kolhapur Story
- 7. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me The New Challenge ● Kolhapur is 17th City ● Surat Became 18th city to Host WordCamp India ● Sponsorship is backbone of Events
- 8. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me
- 9. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me The Solution: Next-Generation Events ● Smaller scale, more frequent, focused. ● Flexible formats (workshops, hackathons & online meetups). ● Lower cost, more focused learning and engagement. ● Low budget or Zero budget
- 10. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 11. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 12. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 13. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 14. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 15. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Next-Generation Events Around the Globe
- 16. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect
- 17. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect
- 18. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect Kolhapur 2025 ● 429 Active Participants ● 4 Interactive Workshops & Seminars ● 4 Partner Colleges
- 19. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect Stats In India: ● WordPress Campus Connect Jaipur, India – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Ajmer, India – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Kolhapur, India – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Udupi, India – 2025 Around the Globe: ● WordPress Campus Connect Ribera del Duero, Spain – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Pontevedra UVigo, India – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect San José, Costa Rica – 2025 ● WordPress Campus Connect Kishoreganj, Bangladesh – 2025
- 20. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect Kolhapur 2025
- 21. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me WordPress Campus Connect Kolhapur 2025
- 22. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings ● Real Impact of Campus Connect
- 23. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings
- 24. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings
- 25. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings
- 26. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings ● Spreading Awareness & Skill Building ● Industry Alignment ● Creating a Hook for WordCamps
- 27. Foram Kansagra ➔ Having15+ years of experience in the IT industry. ➔ From a software developer to the founder of Zluck Solutions ➔ Co-Organiser at WordPress Surat Community About Me Impact & Learnings ● Start where awareness is low - educate first. ● Focus on skills, not sessions - make it practical. ● Link every small event to a larger community goal. ● Next-Gen events can create real industry impact - not just engagement metrics.
- 29. આભાર 🙏 Makarand Mane Founder,WPGenius @mkrndmane Abhay Kulkarni Co-Founder, Jeevonix abhay.co/go