I'm a bit behind in posting this so please forgive the timing. Last October My son and I took part in a local hack event. It was the first event of this kind for either of us and while excited we were unsure what to expect. The goal of the event? Simple. Build 48 websites in 48 hours for 48 local non-profit organizations. The organization behind the crazy idea is aptly named 48in48. Talk about big hairy audacious goals, that takes the cake. I mean could that really happen and if so how do you pull something like that off? Well the short answers are yes, and with a ton of planning, select tools and a truck-ton of marketing pros and willing volunteers.

How did it turn out? Over 150 designers, developers, project managers, copy writers and digital marketers gathered to donate $1,200,000.00 in goods and services to 49 local non-profits. By any measure, that's pretty impressive. And I can say without equivocation that I'm glad we participated. We had an absolute blast. Good folks doing good work for good causes. What more could you want from your weekend?

IF you're interested in joining in the fun, I've got good news. The event was such a success that they've decided to double-down and hold two events this year. One in NYC and another here in Atlanta. For more information and to sign up check out their website. I hope to see you there.