First Timer Orientation
September 8 | Harvard
First-time attendees are invited to this informal gathering for a chance to meet other first-time attendees and members of the PBSA Board of Directors. Following the meeting, attendees can walk together to the Welcome Social Hour.
Monday Morning Meet Up
September 9 | 3rd Floor Atrium
Start your day off right with an overview of major events, schedule planning with colleagues, conference inquiries, and camaraderie! Grab breakfast on the exhibit floor and head to the reserved tables in the Atrium to chat with other FTAs, staff and mentors before the sessions begin.
Ribbon Wall
September 8 | 4th Floor
Easily spot other first-time attendees by the "First-Time Attendee" ribbon on their badge making it easy to identify new friends. Be sure to pick one up at Ribbon Wall located on the 4th floor.
Create an Agenda
Plan your conference experience by creating an agenda of sessions you wish to attend using the conference app. Be sure to download the app before arriving in Boston.
Engage with Other Attendees
Connect with fellow attendees through the app and engage with them via the activity feed, which is particularly popular among participants!
Connect with a Mentor
Experienced conference-goers will have the opportunity to support first-time attendees through the Mentor Program. Having a mentor can be highly beneficial, as they can serve as a valuable resource for networking and navigating the conference. Mentors and mentees can express their interest in participating during the conference registration process. All mentors will be available during the event to offer support.
