Kitco.com, the world’s most frequently accessed precious metals website, recently launched the new virtual event, designed to provide wide-scale networking, news and education on all aspects of the metals industry. The eConference is expected to attract a global audience and thousands of experienced and new commodities investors this weekend.

“We’re thrilled that the Metals Sector is supporting this event so enthusiastically,” said Bart Kitner, President of Kitco Metals Inc. “Many leading members, including our senior sponsor, Cambridge House International, have embraced the eConference as a timely addition to traditional investing tradeshows.”

The Kitco Metals eConference is a live two-day investing event that incorporates many of the features of physical investment events, with 60+ exhibiting and presenting sponsors, Keynote and Newsletter Editor presentations, and a debate between Doug Casey and David Coffin. Hosted from the United States, the event runs from 8:30AM to 4:30PM Eastern Time both days. It takes place entirely online and offers live audio video interface to all participants with webcams.

In addition to one–on–one web chats, up to four people can link for an unlimited number of private conversations anywhere in the environment. In the Networking Lounge up to six persons at one time are visible to the entire assembled group. Those without webcams can communicate in real time by texting.  Some presenters will answer live questions from the audience.

Admission is complimentary with pre-registration; click here or visit www.kitcoeconf.com . Attendance will be capped at 10,000. 

Based on the first month’s registrations, the initial Kitco Metals eConference is already proving to be quite a success, with participation in the thousands anticipated.

"Kitco’s foray into virtual conferencing is a reflection of our commitment to provide continuous innovation and leadership to our industry,” said Bart Kitner, President and Founder of Kitco Metals Inc.

“The response so far has been tremendous. People see the opportunity for instant networking and collaborative prospects using this new business model," says Mr. Kitner.

“Attracting everyone from miners to refiners and mints, from over 70 countries, this is a compelling and timely demonstration of how technology can be used to bring people together,” says John Dourekas, Media and IT Director for Kitco Metals Inc. 

“No one who is passionate about precious metals will want to miss this event, especially since they can attend from their home or office,” Mr. Dourekas explained.

The two-day event focused on the precious metals market is free with pre-registration.   For more information on the Kitco Metals eConference visit  www.kitcoeconf.com.