MESH Forum, Chicago 1-4 May
My friend Shannon is doing his best to help raise awareness of the phenomenen of social networks in both society, academia and industry. He's hosting the
MESH forum next month which readers may care to take a look at, also of note - Esther Dyson is speaking too!
Networks form the basis of everything, from how your body works to who you know, from how power is distributed to how the store on the corner is kept stocked. Networks are in the news, from the elections to anti-terrorism, to investigations of financial markets and the Blackout in the US.
Whether you are an academic, a business leader, or a politician, understanding Networks is a requirement for success in the 21st century. Recent research has shown similarities in the shape, structure, and growth of networks across many fields.
MeshForum will bring together experts and leaders from many fields for two days of Connecting Networks. In a single, highly participatory track, panels of experts and select speakers will cover topics from summarizing current academic research to techniques for navigating and activating networks in specific industries.
Exchanging knowledge and different views and perspectives will be the order of the day.
To be held May 2nd and 3rd in Chicago with an opening reception on May 1st.
I was hoping to be there as well but I've got to attend my honeymoon instead ;-)