TYPO3 continues its mission to network with other CMS vendors and the broader content management realm. In January 2024, I ventured over the pond to join the North American group of leaders in content management systems at the CMS Kickoff 2024, event hosted by Boye & Co.

Boye & Co, founded by Janus Boye, is renowned for its CMS Experts network, a hub for CMS professionals. This community, spearheaded by Janus, emphasizes collaboration and knowledge sharing in the CMS industry, offering a platform for experts to connect and stay updated on the latest trends and practices in content management systems. Their CMS Experts group holds many annual events in various regions around the world. I was thrilled to be able to attend CMS Kickoff 2024 on 16-17 January this year, to meet other experts from the global CMS community.

 TYPO3 Core Team lead Benni Mack visited CMS Kickoff 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Florida, USA, 16–17 January 2024 as part of the Meet TYPO3 initiative. See upcoming Meet TYPO3 events.

The Atmosphere

The event was hosted at The Don CeSar on St. Pete Beach in Florida, USA, the only hotel in this area still open from the Gatsby Era in the late 1920s. Due to its central location, the exterior color and high rise, it’s also called the Pink Palace, just a few steps away from the white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. It has the perfect spirit for meeting with 50+ attendees. The CMS Kickoff is a vendor-neutral international conference that brings together masterclasses, talks, interactive discussions, and genuine networking opportunities.