[OpenGeoscience] EGU 2017: Townhall + Reception

[Jeff McKenna]

Hi Peter, all,

I really like the idea for a 'reception' before the townhall (this is 
very similar to what I mentioned earlier of a possible 'refreshment 
break' sponsor).  I am in full support of having this reception, right 
before the townhall session.  As an attendee of many events, I much 
prefer the reception style (no sit-down tables, just standing tables, 
which promotes mingling and networking and generally sharing with 
others).  Maybe please request that specific style of tables, with no 
chairs.

At the reception I would hope we limit any talks, to an absolute minimum 
(maybe 10 minutes on wonderful OSGeo, but making sure all attendees have 
a beer in hand by then).  We also should be sure to have OSGeo banners, 
posters, and other swag very visible in the reception room, so attendees 
know "why the beer is flowing".

I think the reception will complement the townhall very well.

-jeff




On 2017-01-17 6:25 AM, "Peter Löwe" wrote:
> Dear opengeoscience committee list,
>
> regarding EGU 2017, the conference organizer (Corpernicus) has suggested an option to complement the annual OSGeo Townhall:
>
> A "reception" could be arranged right before the Townhall event. Until now, such receptions are being hosted before Medal lectures. This would allow the make OSGeo specific updates & announcements, talk about the option to have a "OSGeo-price for scientific software in EGU", etc. before we have the "open for all" Townhall itself.
>
> - Pro: this would allow double the overall timeslot "to talk/preach OSGeo" in one location.
> - Pro: People interested in OSGeo, but having a time collission due to obligations in other Townhalls, can attend (just) for the reception
> - Con: this will require additional funding for refreshments.
>
> The deadline for Townhalls is January 20th. There is no hard deadline for receptions, but the organizers need our feedback by end of January for the room allocation planning.
>
> What do you folks think ?
>
>
> best,
> Peter
> __________