With experience in many facets of podiatry over twenty-five years I bring a unique perspective to the conference as a whole. Having worked in private practice, academia, footwear assessment & design, orthosis manufacturing as well as podiatry marketing I can appreciate what a podiatrist may wish to experience at a conference. On the flip side, having both presented academic content and also been part of trade exhibitions I understand what is required to satisfy the diverse goals of what makes a conference successful.