by Maureen Babcock
Today, we test drive one of our new networking offerings, developed in response to survey comments received last year from attendees at ILTA ’08. Communities of Interest have been organized for people who want to meet and network with others who have similar job responsibilities or industry interests before the rush of conference begins.
I like this idea for several reasons, not the least of which is that if you are looking for attendees with specific things in common with you, it takes away the need to try to look at everybody’s conference id badge as they pass. I like it the most because it puts people in touch with other people in 3D. Retro? Yes. Effective? I believe so. For new attendees who may appreciate a little help in getting started, it provides a way to connect in a less overwhelming environment than doing so when conference is in full swing. And for anyone, you’ll get to talk about things important and specific to you. All with coffee and soda to keep you appropriately hyped. Such a deal!
Make sure that you pre-register to do this since there is limited space. If you haven’t already done so, you can check in with the registration desk when you arrive to see if space is still available.
Filed under: 2009 Conference
