I enjoy going. And there are plenty of sessions that are more industry/ government panels and discussions that are less academic. And, as Sam says, the receptions and happy hours offer more time for great conversations outside the convention center.
I'm allergic to academic events but there's still value w TRB. Like Sam suggests, the value is networking above all else. You can read a paper or flip through terrible slide decks without traveling. But (at least when 10k people show), there are many relationships to nurture.
Thanks Sam!
I love the idea of TRB, but also v intimidated by it or anything that heady/academic.
I enjoy going. And there are plenty of sessions that are more industry/ government panels and discussions that are less academic. And, as Sam says, the receptions and happy hours offer more time for great conversations outside the convention center.
I'm allergic to academic events but there's still value w TRB. Like Sam suggests, the value is networking above all else. You can read a paper or flip through terrible slide decks without traveling. But (at least when 10k people show), there are many relationships to nurture.