Concurrent Workshop A: The Art of Gathering

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A practical, discussion-driven workshop inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering to help IP professionals rethink how we design and run our meetings. Parker’s book argues that meaningful gatherings begin with a sharp purpose, intentional participation and structure, and explicit norms that foster trust, energy, and results. Anchored in two core themes—clarifying purpose and setting explicit rules—we will create space for candid discussion and actionable takeaways that can be used in firm, in-house, and committee settings. The session will feature two small-group conversations, each introduced with a brief framing of Parker’s ideas, followed by quick report-outs to the whole room. Participants will surface the unspoken norms of professional meetings, respond to provocative prompt...