Starting next Monday (March 9th), my friend, Jim Storer and I (and hopefully a few other passengers… stay tuned), will be starting in Dearborn, MI and driving to Austin, TX.

 Jim and I are continuing (and sharing) a conversation that started with Liz Strauss at last year’s SXSW. Over some great BBQ there we talked about how the east and west coasts of the US seem to be the focus for innovation and social media – yet, there is a ton of great work happening in through the middle of America.

We look forward to sharing our conversation with you as we drive through the Heartland of America and Innovation and talk to the innovators at Ford, Makers Mark, Gannett’s Moms Like Me and many others.

We do have to thank the folks that are making this trip possible for us.  First, our families for letting us travel away from home for so long! Second, Ford, for some of the best road tripping wheels in the country!  And our sponsors, Ripple6, Powered and New Marketing Labs!

Stay tuned – much more to follow!

-Colin

We can’t wait to share this adventure with you and show you all the great innovation that not only has driven this country, but continues today.

Stay tuned as we share our preparations and then the trip starts March 9th!

/colin