{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The WP Minute+","title":"Checkout Summit Signals a Return to WooCommerce Events","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/69b56a14\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1801,"description":"On this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Eric Karkovack speaks with Rodolfo Melogli, the founder of Business Bloomer and organizer of the Checkout Summit. Rodolfo discussed the need for in-person WooCommerce conferences and shared his successful blogging journey. He also shared insights on the evolution of WooCommerce, its competition, and the vision behind the Checkout Summit. He emphasized the significance of networking and personal connections in the e-commerce space.\nTakeaways:\nRodolfo’s journey into WooCommerce began unexpectedly after a career shift.\nBusiness Bloomer has been a vital resource for WooCommerce customization.\nRodolfo has been advocating for in-person WooCommerce conferences for years.\nThe Checkout Summit aims to foster real-life connections among WooCommerce enthusiasts.\nThe event will focus on a small, intimate setting to encourage networking.\nRodolfo believes in the flexibility and potential of WooCommerce compared to competitors.\nRodolfo aims to create a relaxed atmosphere for speakers and attendees alike.\nThe event is scheduled to take place on April 23-24, 2026, in Palermo, Sicily.\nImportant Links:\nCheckout Summit\nBusiness Bloomer\nConnect with Rodolfo Melogli:\nLinkedIn | Twitter/X\nThe WP Minute+ Podcast: thewpminute.com/subscribe","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Sc_eJunw7xigqxjwbAQZm4WVha2xRuUoFYgmWEEXnaU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hODUy/NDIxOTQzZmFmNDk3/ZDk4ZGUzZTQ3NzA3/NTk5MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}