It is undeniable that connections that are built in person are stronger, you can build trust faster and move conversations forward that were otherwise stuck. All this doesn't mean travel funding gets any easier to figure out.

In this segment of the My Open Source Experience podcast Tom Sadler, Ildiko and Phil share their conference experiences and how it helped them to progress better in their respective communities and companies alike. And also touch on what effects openness has on innovation.

Learn more about:

- What you can get out of events, which is useful for not just you but also the company you work for

- How you can improve your company's reputation through presenting at conferences

- Why sticking to the group of people you already know is not a good idea

- What is the hallway track, and why you have to prioritize it

- How to share information within your company after attending an event

- Why you have to bring your managers to conferences

- 'Open Innovation' and why openness is a value multiplier

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