Eco Conferences...

It is conceivable that science and technology may well have eclipsed our ability to in fact confer. It is almost no longer possible to talk without the aid of sound, lighting, vivid power point and dvd visuals. More often than not the message finds itself relegated off the podium making way for technological aids, and sadly the success of a presentation or conference is judged on our use of these ‘smoke screen’ aids. When last did someone in your organisation stand before your colleagues and engage them, using the ‘ancient’ art of talking? where modern presentation tools are replaced with eye contact. Is this a bridge too far, or does this present an opportunity to return to the outdoors? The concept of eco-conferences will hopefully entice you out of the box that you find yourself in, and allow you the unique opportunity to select your own venue, and then allow mother nature herself to provide you with sound and lighting and, dare we say, visual aids that your IT department cannot compete with. And yes, for those addicted to technology, we too can make your rehabilitation less traumatic with the aid of some fossil-fuel generated energy. Next time you consider conferencing, take the road less travelled...