Conferences that Work

MAY 11, 2020

I started using Zoom in 2012, but since the pandemic began I’ve facilitated more Zoom meetings than the last seven years. And I’ve become intrigued with the possibilities of incorporating the peer processes developed for successful face-to-face meetings into online events. In person meetings have vanished overnight.

Online 158

Online Conference Platform Publishing 158

MeetingsNet

JUNE 6, 2022

A meeting designer used a carbon-dioxide meter in all the spaces he moved through while attending a recent conference. In late May, Adrian Segar attended a meeting-industry leadership summit in San Juan, Puerto Rico. What he learned could help other planners as they make sure they are fulfilling their duty-of-care obligations.

Planner 105

Planner Venue Transportation Consulting 105

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Rereading a 2012 post by Jeff Jarvis , I was struck by the parallels between his take on news organizations’ responsibilities to their platforms and the responsibilities of conferences. For decades, I’ve championed responsible conference designs that prioritize participants.

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Platform Media Conference Sponsors 96

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Let’s look at these three conclusions in the context of meeting design. Most meeting presenters still lecture. And most meeting session presenters resort to lecturing as their dominant session modality. The majority of college STEM teachers choose traditional teaching methods.

Publishing 92

Publishing Speakers Education Booking 92

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 27, 2025

Gen X (born between 1981 and 1996) and Z (born between 1996 and 2012) are already filling our ballrooms with Gen Alpha not far behind. How can we make the next generation of attendees feel comfortable, not to mention the entry of young workers helping us create meeting magic? 1 Ditch the Labels Gen Z doesnt like labels.

Event Design 130

Event Design Events Audience Promotion 130