Thinking of going to a local event

[generic]

I was thinking of going to a local event in my area about marketing a business on the Internet, however this is my first event.

What are your thoughts on business events.

Do you go? how often?

Are they useful? In what ways?

 

[TestAPlug]

I go to a lot of events organised by the local chamber of commerce. To be honest I rarely listen to whomever they choose to stand on stage and talk, but they are a really good networking tool. KEV Test A Plug

 

[HSLS]

I try and attend at least one a month (preferably breakfast meetings).
I gain some information from them, and more importantly have a chance to network. I only ever go to the free events though

 

[Mat_D]

Any type of event is good for one reason: Networking. If you know the right people, you can make anything happen.