Open AccessCan <em>Anyone</em> Plan a Professional Conference? Tales of a Conference Planning Newbie
Author(s) -
Natalie Romano
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
children and libraries
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2374-7641
pISSN - 1542-9806
DOI - 10.5860/cal.18.1.21
Subject(s) - plan (archaeology) , event (particle physics) , solvency , revenue , public relations , revenue sharing , political science , management , sociology , business , economics , history , finance , physics , archaeology , quantum mechanics , market liquidity
Professional conferences—love ’em? Many of us do, but they can mean something different to everyone. For organizations, they often serve as major sources of revenue, maintaining fiscal solvency and making future conferences financially sustainable.For attendees, conferences provide structured opportunities for learning, inspiration, and networking. Sharing new information in the field, socializing with friends and colleagues, and enjoying the camaraderie of the profession are just some of the intended outcomes, and conference planners hope to produce a valuable and inspirational event for their colleagues.