Intimate scale, high depth
Choose a closed room for 50 or a tribune layout for 400 delegates. Fixed tables for round-table discussions, or theatre seating for classic expert presentations.
Events
Symposium venue in Purmerend for specialist gatherings
An in-depth gathering on a single subject. Symposia combine expert presentations with interactive discussions, often aimed at a specialist audience of peers and researchers.
Audience
Specialist public
Capacity
50 – 400 people
Interaction
Round tables + Q&A
Depth
One theme per day
For an expert audience
Symposia in medical, legal, technical, scientific or policy domains. A book reception or awards ceremony as a close works well with our Lounge Café.
Document and publish
Optional full recording of every presentation, AI transcripts, and publication as symposium proceedings or a podcast series via our in-house production.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about Symposium
- How does a symposium differ from a convention?
- Symposia are usually smaller (up to 400) and more specialist than conventions. The format is deeper and more interactive, with more room for expert debate.
- Can we livestream speakers from abroad?
- Yes. Speakers can join via 4K video and take part in the discussion with the audience on site.
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