Conference attendee checklist

Before the event0/6

• Confirm registration and save the confirmation offline
• Check the venue address, opening time and badge collection process
• Arrange travel and accommodation if needed
• Tell the organiser about accessibility or dietary requirements
• Choose a small number of outcomes you want from attending
• Review the programme and note sessions requiring a separate booking

What to bring0/6

• Registration code and any requested identification
• Notebook and pen
• Charged phone and the chargers you need
• Laptop only if it will be useful for the planned sessions
• Reusable water bottle and personal essentials
• Comfortable clothing and a layer for cooler meeting rooms

During the conference0/6

• Collect your badge and check for programme changes
• Locate session rooms, quiet areas and facilities
• Leave time for moving between rooms and taking breaks
• Record useful ideas with the speaker or session name
• Ask permission before sharing someone’s contact details or taking their photo
• Agree on a specific next step when a conversation is worth continuing

After the event0/6

• Sort your notes into ideas, actions and reference material
• Send any documents or introductions you promised
• Follow up personally with the people you agreed to contact
• Share a few relevant takeaways with your team if appropriate
• File receipts and attendance documents where you need them
• Choose one useful idea to put into practice