Conference planning needs a conference

Context: Post the recent G20 summit, a surge of impactful conferences has characterized India's corporate scene since the 1990s, serving as crucial hubs for knowledge exchange, problem-solving, and networking.

I. Challenges in Conference Organization

Curation Prioritization: Most conferences lack proper curation, leaving speakers uncertain about their topics and panel combinations.
Last-Minute Juggling: The pursuit of VIPs or celebrities leads to last-minute schedule adjustments, impacting the event's overall organization.
Buzzword-Centric Session Titles: Session titles often target seasonal buzzwords, lacking thoughtful curation and focus on meaningful discussions.

II. Ineffectiveness of High-Profile Presence

Big Names' Impact: Events often feature high-profile individuals for their perceived prestige, despite uncertainties about their actual participation.
Bollywood Stars at Literature Fests: Presence of Bollywood stars may attract crowds, but the engagement often diminishes when the intended topic discussions commence.
Organizers' Motivations: Questions on the effectiveness of haphazard conversations and raises concerns about events running solely on sponsor money.

III. Untapped Potential for Impactful Events:

Missed Opportunities: Conferences miss opportunities to showcase local products, crafts, and tourism, making the money spent more meaningful.
Limited Interaction with Local Artisans: Despite conferences on culture and craft, the absence of local craftsmen hinders meaningful interactions.
Unrealized Potential for Student Workshops: The author suggests untapped potential in organizing workshops for students to interact with achievers, especially in educational institutes.

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