
Brilliant Transportation president and C.E.O. Richard Fertig says shuttle service and staff should be hospitable and on-brand.
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Build-your-own tacos with fresh tortillas and assorted fillings, including carne asada, carnitas, and mushroom, plus toppings and sides, by Otto's Tacos in New York
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Except for the four breakout sessions, the entire Mashable Connect program took place inside the Contemporary Resort's Fantasia Ballroom. Between presentations, large screens on either side of the stage displayed the #MashCon Twitter feed.
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Political strategist Joe Trippi had one of the longer time slots, speaking for about 30 minutes on the relationship between digital media and politics.
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Signage around the conference encouraged attendees to tag their posts on social media platforms with the #MashCon hashtag.
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The breakout sessions were configured to facilitate dialogue among speakers and Mashable Connect attendees.
Photo: Erica Gannett Photography

Some presentations were done as panel discussions moderated by a Mashable staff member.
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Brooklyn Boulders' outdoor Stackline series for groups.
Photo: Courtesy of Brooklyn Boulders

The Circle Line's boat cruise on the Hudson River.
Photo: Courtesy of Circle Line

Participants measure wine during a blending session at the Brooklyn Winery.
Photo: Courtesy of Brooklyn Winery