The classic book on participant-driven and participation-rich events.
Expert conference designer and facilitator Adrian Segar supplies a penetrating analysis of the limitations of conventional conferences, a clear explanation of a compelling alternative, and a complete road map to creating a meaningful and memorable conference experience for every attendee--every time.
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Adrian Segar has organized, designed, and facilitated conferences for over 30 years. He is a former elementary particle physicist, information technology consultant, professor of computer science, and co-owner of a solar manufacturing company.
Currently, Adrian consults on conference design, and presents internationally on participant-driven and participation-rich events. His new book, The Power of Participation: Creating Conferences That Deliver Learning, Connection, Engagement, and Action, is a compendium of participation techniques that deliver learning, connection, engagement, and action at any meeting.
Adrian lives in Marlboro (Vermont) and Boston, is active in the non-profit world, and loves to sing and dance.
A revealing look at the limitations of traditional conferences, and a complete road map to creating a more effective alternative.
"Simply the most productive type of conference I've been to."
"My best professional development experience all year!"
"The roundtable and the magic that happens after that almost guarantees success."
"It is an incredibly fulfilling experience to be able to not only participate in a conference but to shape its future."
"The format is excellent for collaboration and networking."
"This conference changed the trajectory of my life and studies."
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Author and peer conference expert Adrian Segar shows you how peer conferences use innovative group process to not only generate the right conference sessions but also encourage meaningful and memorable attendee interactions. Using insightful sidebars illuminating key details as well as real-world stories illustrating important concepts, he guides you step-by-step through his proven strategy for creating productive peer conferences that attendees love.
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