The view from the Innovation Edge

Nesta, a UK-based innovation agency, recently hosted a significant event called Innovation Edge, which drew over 3000 attendees. The event was held at Royal Festival Hall in London and featured high-profile keynote speakers such as Tim Berners Lee, Bob Geldof, and Gordon Brown. The exhibition space was also a highlight, buzzing with activity from exhibitors and attendees alike. However, some panel discussions were less successful due to the challenge of engaging a large audience of over 700 people. The conference also experimented with using Twitter to foster networking and participation, although the outcome was mixed. The event was ultimately successful, and Nesta plans to host more smaller events in the future, including a keynote from Tim Berners Lee on July 8th.