What we’re about
ABOUT FCIP
This group is for web professionals of all types - designers, developers, programmers, copywriters, photographers, videographers, marketers and search engine specialists in Northern Colorado and southeastern Wyoming. Aspiring web pros are also welcome. We'll meet to discuss anything from web standards to managing clients to search engine optimization. Join to learn, share, and meet like-minded people!
JOIN US ON SLACK!
If you want to join the conversation (along with many of the other Northern Colorado Tech Meetups), go to: https://tinyurl.com/techslack2022
THE FCIP LOGO ORIGIN STORY
Our logo was designed with the diversity and creativity of our members in mind.
- The infinity loop represents, among many things, our appreciation for infinite creation, ideas and learning.
- The component parts of the logo also represent collaboration and kinetic potential.
- These elements all live in an abstract cubed space, which is a placeholder for their virtual environment.
Many thanks to John Patzman of 1KRobots for designing our logo and to the FCIP members who voted for this design to represent our amazing group!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- FCIP - May 19 (Monday): Selling Accessibility – A Panel DiscussionInnosphere Ventures, Fort Collins, CO
Ensuring accessibility in WordPress projects isn’t just a legal or ethical responsibility—it’s a powerful value-add for clients.
But how do you effectively communicate its importance and integrate it into your sales process?
Join us on Monday, May 19, as our FCIP co-founder Ron Zasadzinski joins other agency owners and freelancers on a panel to share insights on positioning accessibility as a competitive advantage, overcoming client objections, and pricing accessibility services effectively.
Whether you’re struggling to get client buy-in or looking to refine your sales approach, this conversation will provide actionable takeaways to help you confidently sell accessibility in WordPress projects.
Event details:
- Mon, May 19 at 6pm MDT (arrive by 5:45pm)
- Virtual and in-person options
- This is a joint event between the national WordPress Accessibility Meetup and the Fort Collins Internet Pros Meetup.
Two ways to attend:
- To attend virtually, please RSVP via the WordPress Accessibility Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/wordpress-accessibility-meetup-group/events/305755547/
- To attend in-person in Fort Collins, please RSVP on this page.
- Use the Attend Online button + also leave a comment so we have an accurate # for food and drinks.
- Plan to arrive no later than 5:45pm because the presentation will start at 6pm sharp.
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ABOUT THE PANELISTS:
Amber Hinds
CEO of Equalize Digital
Amber Hinds is the CEO of Equalize Digital, Inc., a company specializing in WordPress accessibility and maker of the Accessibility Checker plugin. She is the lead organizer of the WordPress Accessibility Meetup, board president/co-lead organizer of the WP Accessibility Day nonprofit, and participates in the WordPress core accessibility team.Through her work at Equalize Digital, Amber is striving to create a world where all people have equal access to information and tools on the internet, regardless of ability. Since 2010, she has led teams building websites and web applications for nonprofits, K-12 and higher education institutions, government agencies, and businesses of all sizes, and has become a passionate accessibility advocate.
Bet Hannon
CEO and Founder of AccessiCart
Bet Hannon had a first career in nonprofit management but was downsized in the 2008 financial crisis. She stumbled into freelance web development, bootstrapped an agency, and in 2016 when a client needed web accessibility, got her team up to speed with that.Today, she's the CEO and founder of AccessiCart, a services agency that focuses on accessibility and eCommerce (or anything with a checkout form). She lives in Bend, Oregon, and loves hiking and snowshoeing.
Gen Herres
Founder of Easy A11y Guide
Gen Herres is the Founder of Easy A11y Guide, which helps website owners & agencies to improve their accessibility. With 15 years of WordPress development experience, and 5 years of accessibility, Gen brings practical knowledge from working on over 1,000 websites to the accessibility space. She's a DHS Trusted Tester for Section 508, a well-known speaker, and an accessibility advocate. She’s spoken at meetups, on podcasts, at WordCamp US, and WP Accessibility Day, and is an IAAP member. She’s helped plugins, themes, and web agencies refine their accessibility processes and websites that real people can use. She also organizes the Baltimore WordPress meetup group.Ron Zasadzinski
Founder and CEO of CodeGeek
Ron started CodeGeek in 2002, and since then, he and his team have worked with clients all over the U.S. to create custom websites and web apps.Whether in business or in life, Ron’s goal every day is to help people be the best they can be. He’s passionate about making the web more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Ron is involved in several ventures, including co-founding the Fort Collins Internet Professionals (FCIP) Meetup and being a flight instructor with over 30 years and 8,000 hours of flying experience. In his free time, Ron enjoys following NASA missions with great interest, hiking, skiing, and traveling with his wife to see the many wonders this world has to offer.
Scott Tobin
Founder and President of Sector45
Scott Tobin is the Founder and President of Sector45, a specialized medical marketing agency serving the aesthetic industry. With over 18 years of experience in medical marketing and more than 25 years in digital marketing, he brings deep expertise in internet services, strategic planning, SEO, search marketing, and practice growth. Scott is dedicated to helping medical professionals enhance their online presence and achieve long-term success in an increasingly competitive landscape.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
MEET OUR FCIP SPONSORS:
CodeGeek –> As our administrative sponsor, CodeGeek coordinates with speakers, sponsors and venues to help make these monthly meetups possible.- CodeGeek specializes in custom website design and development—and making websites as accessible as possible.
- Learn more about CodeGeek.
Maybe you? –> If you're interested in being our food and beverage sponsor for this or a future Meetup, contact Ron Zasadzinski through the Meetup platform.
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INNOSPHERE DETAILS (to attend in-person)
320 E Vine Dr Suite 101
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Google Map - FCIP - Jun 17: Bitcoin, Blockchain, Web3, and MeLink visible for attendees
Just when we thought the internet vocabulary test couldn't get any harder, over the past decade+ we've had to try to figure out a bunch of wild new ideas—bitcoin, blockchain, and Web3.
You're probably rightly wondering: What does it mean for me? And, more specifically, what does it mean for me as an Internet professional?
Join us on Tues, Jun 17, as career developer and long-time crypto enthusiast Patrick Quinn makes all this new internet lingo make sense. (Wait, isn't "crypto" yet another new vocabulary word?!)
The presentation will start at 6:00pm with Q&A to follow. RSVP today!
MORE ABOUT OUR SPEAKER:
Patrick Quinn has 28 years of experience in internet technology (26 years in software development). He has been involved with crypto/blockchain/Web3 technologies since 2015, including having been a member of a DAO for much of that time. (A DAO is a "Decentralized Autonomous Organization"—a really important blockchain/Web3 concept.)At previous Fort Collins-area talks (including FCIP and Ignite Fort Collins), he's been described as a "modern day freedom fighter." Believe it or not, this is relevant to his talk about "Bitcoin, Blockchain, Web3, and Me." (He'll explain!)
–> Learn more about Patrick and read his professional profile here.
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★ MEET OUR SPONSORS
CodeGeek –> As our administrative sponsor, CodeGeek coordinates with speakers, sponsors and venues to help make these monthly meetups possible.- CodeGeek specializes in custom website design and development—and making websites as accessible as possible.
- Learn more about CodeGeek.
OTM –> As our Gold Sponsor, OTM is covering the cost of pizza for this meetup.
- OTM specializes in business strategy and marketing services to help businesses succeed and grow.
- Learn more about OTM.
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INNOSPHERE DETAILS (to attend in-person)
320 E Vine Dr Suite 101
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Google Map👉 If you plan to attend in person, RSVP is required. Use the "Attend Online" button and then leave a comment so we have an accurate # for food and drinks.
ZOOM DETAILS (to attend virtually):
You can get the LIVE STREAMING LINK in 3 ways:- It will be emailed to you as soon as you RSVP via Meetup.
- We will also email the Zoom link to all registered attendees after 2pm on the day of the Meetup
- After you RSVP you will see the link on this Meetup event page itself (only visible to registered attendees).
👉 If you'd like to attend virtually, RSVP is required to get the Zoom link.
- FCIP - July 15, 2025: It's a meetup mystery!Link visible for attendees
It's a meetup mystery!
That's right, we're still working out the details for ourJuly 2025 FCIP Meetup, but never fear! We'll share all the nitty gritty details with you once we know them ourselves.
In the meantime, here is what we DO know:
- We will definitely have a Meetup — come snow or come shine!
- The presentation will start at 6:00pm with Q&A to follow.
RSVP today and join us!
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★ MEET OUR SPONSORS
CodeGeek –> As our administrative sponsor, CodeGeek coordinates with speakers, sponsors and venues to help make these monthly meetups possible.- CodeGeek specializes in custom website design and development—and making websites as accessible as possible.
- Learn more about CodeGeek at: codegeek.net
Maybe you? –> If you're interested in being our food and beverage sponsor for this or a future Meetup, contact Ron Zasadzinski through the Meetup platform.
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INNOSPHERE DETAILS (to attend in-person)
320 E Vine Dr Suite 101
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Google Map👉 If you plan to attend in person, RSVP is required, use the Attend Online button. Then please leave a comment so we have an accurate # for food and drinks.
ZOOM DETAILS (to attend virtually):
You can get the LIVE STREAMING LINK in 3 ways:- It will be emailed to you as soon as you RSVP via Meetup.
- We will also email the Zoom link to all registered attendees after 2pm on the day of the Meetup
- After you RSVP you will see the link on this Meetup event page itself (only visible to registered attendees).
👉 If you'd like to attend virtually, RSVP is required to get the Zoom link.
