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Conferences have the potential to be the place where people can go to be refreshed and energized by their profession, not be beaten down with information.

The knowledge of the group is equal to or greater than that of the talking head behind the podium, and people know best how they interact, learn and apply knowledge that will help them be successful or make their community better.

An unconference is a gathering of peers who have similar goals, challenges, and ideas. It is not populated by talking heads, gatekeepers, and the masses beneath them. It is easier to be open with people you perceive as your equals, and an unconference is a level playing field of knowledge in which all have the right and responsibility to contribute.