What makes a successful conference?

There are a host of factors that all contribute to a successful conference. In no particular order and by no means exhaustive, they are:

• a coherent and focused program,
• top-notch speakers,
• a venue that is conducive to "connecting, sharing, learning",
• reasonable and easy-to-understand pricing,
• great food,
• paying attention to the "spaces between sessions" as well as the sessions,
• a willingness on the part of the conference organizers to leave no stone unturned to create opportunities for speakers and attendees to maximize their conference experience.

What does a successful conference look like for you?