Many attendees come independently. Our conference environment is collegial and welcoming, and there are numerous informal and organized opportunities to meet colleagues, including:

• Social time between sessions and presentations
• Exhibit Hall networking, including the opening of the Exhibit Hall with appetizers
• Special interest group meetups, such as Affinity Groups
• Plenary Sessions, including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies will be group events

An online first-time attendee orientation session will be held in the weeks leading up to the event. Attendees will receive an email.