Why in-person conferences still matter in a digital world

 

Why in-person conferences still matter in a digital world  

During the pandemic, virtual platforms became essential for communication and connection, but they came at a cost.

“Zoom fatigue” quickly became a familiar term, describing the mental exhaustion of prolonged screen-based interaction. Despite the rise of hybrid and online formats, the need to reconnect face-to-face remains stronger than ever.

York Biotech Campus is home to leading events venue, Lakeside Conference Centre (LCC), which specialises in delivering exceptional physical events. But why do in-person events still matter in an increasingly online world?

Spontaneous collaboration

Some of the most valuable moments at events happen outside scheduled sessions - hallway conversations, chats over coffee, and shared downtime, create space for unexpected connections. These informal...