NSF Large Facilities Workshop
- Boulder, CO
Overview
To support the NSF Large Facilities Office in delivering an informative and well-coordinated workshop that brings together research infrastructure leaders to advance best practices, share operational strategies, and build community across NSF-funded facilities.
Approach
- Provided end-to-end planning and logistics support for the 4-day in-person workshop held in Boulder, CO.
- Coordinated venue operations, travel arrangements, registration management, and day-of-event execution.
- Developed branded event materials including signage, presentation templates, and print collateral to ensure a cohesive and professional experience.
- Supported content delivery and session transitions to foster a seamless environment for knowledge exchange.
Results
The Research Infrastructure Workshop was hosted by the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Large Facilities Office (LFO) from September 13 to 16, in Boulder, CO. The Research Infrastructure Workshop marked the first hybrid format for the event and exceeded attendance expectations with a strong in-person and virtual turnout. The workshop featured four specialty sessions and represented 100% of NSF’s major facilities, emphasizing collaboration, best practices, and operational excellence.
Key takeaways include:
- 179 more attendees than the previous in-person workshop (2019)
- 90% of attendees downloaded and engaged with the event app
- 63 PDUs awarded to project management professionals
- 111 attendees participated in facility tours
- Strong satisfaction with venue and event logistics, with 91% rating the venue as “great”
