Benefits Conference Design Meeting Design 
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
The function of such meetings is primarily top-down : effectively communicate management objectives, answer questions, and get employee buy-in. I’ve run the core Conferences That Work design in a day numerous times, and it’s always a rush. A day and a half is the minimum needed for a group to really benefit.
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
” —Jeff Jarvis At conferences, the “users” are primarily participants. For decades, I’ve championed responsible conference designs that prioritize participants. My books and writing share these processes freely, allowing conference organizers to adapt them to their needs.
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Conferences that Work
AUGUST 19, 2024
Forged ahead and wrote what eventually became a series of three books on conference design. Consequently became a valued resource on meeting design and facilitation for thousands of people and organizations. Mentors also benefit from working with mentees. And I often learn from mentees too!
Conferences that Work
MARCH 25, 2024
Since 2005, I’ve written three successful books on meeting design and facilitation and over 800 weekly blog posts on a wide range of topics. My books continue to sell, and this blog is the world’s most popular website on meeting design and facilitation. His enthusiasm for my conference design work was a huge boost.
Conferences that Work
MARCH 3, 2025
In her thoughtful and insightful book The Art of Gathering , Priya Parker highlights the advantages of reducing presumed or assumed public status distinctions in the section “Equalize Your Guests ” (starting on page 87 in the hardback edition): “Most gatherings benefit from guests leaving their titles and degrees at the door.”
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