Event owner lens
Use this record to benchmark whether a comparable event makes the work after the room visible. The score is 27/100, so the next move is to benchmark the weakest pillars before repeating the format.
broadcast-heavy conference agenda analysis
16 Jul Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Conference 2026 Conference
This broadcast-heavy conference in Technology / AI / Startup shows 55 visible agenda rows from pesacon2026.sched.com and scores 27/100: a weak visible outcome architecture. The clearest public signals sit in Future-of-Work Fit and Problem Specificity; the main limits are Follow Through and Participation Architecture. Visible mechanisms include Network design and Learning transfer. The public record does not show follow-up or tracking, so the score should be read as design intent rather than durable impact. A practical reading: For a reader, this is a comparison record more than a model to copy: it reads as a broadcast-heavy conference, with the strongest visible signal in future-of-work fit and problem specificity and the biggest open question around follow through and participation architecture. The practical test is whether the published agenda connects the room to relationship persistence and follow-through. This page is an original public-evidence analysis, not a copy of the source agenda or an endorsement of the event. The score places the visible agenda in the weak visible effectiveness evidence band. The strongest visible pillars are Future-of-Work Fit, Problem Specificity, and Network Design; the thinnest visible pillars are Follow Through, Participation Architecture, and Learning Transfer. Visible mechanisms include Network design and Learning transfer. The extracted agenda preview includes 110 visible rows. The most common formats are Presentation, Unknown, and Registration; the most common inferred purposes are Knowledge Transfer, Unknown, and Logistics.
Eight-pillar fingerprint
Hover any pillar to see what it measures and, where it scored low, what the agenda is missing.
Participation Architecture?16
Participation Architecture - 16/100. Participant work, contribution, interaction, and alternatives to passive broadcast.Missing: Turn passive airtime into participant work: practice, sensemaking, decisions, critique, or artifact creation.
Follow Through?5
Follow Through - 5/100. Owners, dates, commitments, progress checks, and accountability after the room.Missing: Add named owners, dates, implementation checkpoints, and a visible post-event continuation path.
Problem Specificity?50
Problem Specificity - 50/100. A clear costly problem, objective, decision, or performance target.
Personalization?27
Personalization - 27/100. Role, path, goal, preparation, or connection tailoring for participants.
Network Design?42
Network Design - 42/100. Structured weak ties, bridge-building, mixers, and relationship persistence.
Learning Transfer?17
Learning Transfer - 17/100. Applied practice, feedback, workplace use, refreshers, and 30-90 day transfer.Missing: Build transfer into the agenda through practice, feedback, job aids, reflection, and 30-90 day use cases.
Evidence Maturity?35
Evidence Maturity - 35/100. Baseline, comparison, follow-up, isolation, and attribution confidence.
Future-of-Work Fit?53
Future-of-Work Fit - 53/100. Value against time, hybrid reality, accessibility, AI, and meeting load.
Fix the gaps
Field-tested exercises matched to this agenda's weakest pillars, from the exercise library.
Follow Through (5/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: Mental Toughness Workshop • WorkshopBank · 15% Solutions • WorkshopBank · Network Patches
Participation Architecture (16/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: Make A World · Awestruck 3 Minutes · Spectrum Mapping
Learning Transfer (17/100)
Exercises that strengthen it: Team Challenge Activity for Group Problem-Solving: Don't... · Thrilling, Quick Elimination Game to Boost Energy - Match... · Creative Brain Teaser & Fun Geometric Team Puzzle - T-Puzzle
Agenda Preview
The actual agenda we captured. Every block is classified by format and purpose. Open any block to see how we read it; the colored edge shows whether it is participant work, broadcast, logistics, or a showcase.
Room vs wrapper
0 percent of the 110 classified blocks put participants to work; the rest broadcast, show, or handle logistics. That mix is what drives the participation score.
Participant workBroadcastShowcaseLogistics
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Homonymous Hemianopia/Spot Driving Hazards Research Rm 1Alex Bowers, PhD • Jing Xu, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Vision Processing Research Rm 3Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Visual Processing Research Rm 2Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
4:00 PM CDTEarly Check-In + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
4:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
7:00 AM CDTRegistration + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
7:30 AM CDTBreakfast Kalahari BallroomMealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
7:30 AM CDTKid Camp Registration Registration DRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
8:30 AM CDTKid Camp NilePresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTWelcome and Opening Session - Community Report from the Global Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Registry + Neuromodulation Research Meeting Update Kalahari BallroomMonika JonesOpeningOrientation+
Format · BroadcastOpeningFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTTeen + Young Adult Kickoff: Meet Up and Life Hacks. Salon ACindy Fitchpatrick, CCLS • Roxanne Cogil, BS, CBIS • Audrey VernickPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Understanding the Family Perspective on Epilepsy Surgery Research Rm 4Ruba Al-Ramadhani, MDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Visual Processing Research Rm 3Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTThe Care Map: Mastering Medical Advocacy at Every Stage of the Epilepsy Journey Salon CKatie Taylor, CCLSPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTLiving Your Best Life: Skills for Adulthood After Epilepsy Surgery As A Child Salon ANicole Murray • Lynn Paul, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTDevelopmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies: Medication, Surgery, and Developmental Outcomes Salon BRuba Al-Ramadhani, MD • Charuta Joshi, MDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTHealth, Hope, and the Future: Transition Planning for Students with Complex Medical Needs Salon DAudrey Vernick • Roni Jo Frazier, M.Ed., CAS, QIDP • Jamie MoyerPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTExpo and Resource Fair Expo HallExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
10:00 AM CDTParticipate In Research - Family Perspectives About Epilepsy Surgery Expo HallRuba Al-Ramadhani, MDExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
11:00 AM CDTBalance and Eye Movement Challenges After Brain Injury or Surgery Salon DAudrey Vernick • Denise Gobert, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTMapping the Mind: Neuropsychological Testing, School Accommodations, and Tracking Progress After Epilepsy Surgery Salon CKaren Evankovich, PhD • Rosalia Costello, PsyDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTProtection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security Salon ARandi TurnerPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTWhy Genetic Testing Matters for All Children with Epilepsy Salon BM. Scott Perry, MD • Dennis Lal, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
12:00 PM CDTLunch Kalahari BallroomMealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
1:00 PM CDTExpo Bingo Expo HallExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
2:00 PM CDTSupporting Siblings through the Epilepsy Surgery Journey Salon DAudrey VernickPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTResearch Update: Driving With Homonymous Hemianopia Salon BJing Xu, PhD • Alex Bowers, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTSocial Success and the Regulated Brain Salon ANicole Murray • Karen Keough, MDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTSib Shops Salon CAlyssa Geis, MPH, CCLSPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
3:00 PM CDTManaging Behavior and Sleep: A Medication and Transition Roadmap for Epilepsy Families Salon DDaniel Freedman, DOPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisSession topic references decisions or metrics; event-level follow-through is not shownRead from source
3:00 PM CDTAdvances In Epilepsy Surgery Salon BTaylor Abel • Sandi Lam, MD, MBAPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
3:00 PM CDTBrave on the Page™: Telling Your Story After Epilepsy Surgery Salon AMarianne Richmond, MAPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
4:00 PM CDTTexas-Sized Hearts: A Bling & Breathe Session for Moms Salon DTiffany TownsendPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
4:00 PM CDTRed Flags After Epilepsy Surgery: Seizures Returning, Behavior Shifts, and Hidden Neurologic Issues Salon BAria Fallah, MD, MS, MBA • Jason Hauptman, MD, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
4:00 PM CDTA Lifetime of Support: Building Your Child’s Financial Safety Net Salon CMary McDirmid, ChSNCPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
5:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
7:00 PM CDTTeen and Young Adult Bowling Mixer B-Lux Bowling @ Tom Foolery Arcade (Kalahari)PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
8:00 AM CDTRegistration + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
9:00 AM CDTAsk Me Anything: A Parent Panel Kalahari BallroomPanelDiscussion+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTMedical Trauma in Families Affected By Brain Injury and Neurosurgery Salon CAudrey Vernick • Jennifer Bommer, M.A., LPCPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTFrom Family Questions to Research: Hemispherectomy Skills Vision After Resections Salon AMaria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhD • Lynn Paul, PhDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTLaser Ablation in Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery: Current Uses, Recent Advances, and an Emerging Role After Failed Disconnections Salon DDaniel Curry, MDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
10:00 AM CDTThe Parent Experience: Safety, Self-Determination, and the Dignity of Risk Salon BNicole Murray • Ty Day • Aimee DayPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTSeeing Success After Epilepsy Surgery: Practical Vision Tools for Everyday Life Salon CCarrie Gillespie • Lynne McAlister, M.Ed.PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTThe Power of Play: Motivation, Participation and Adaptive Play for the Child with Complex Needs Salon AKelli Croll • Patsy Tate, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDTPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTThe Young Adult Experience: Stop Talking About Me and Listen to Me Salon BNicole Murray • Aimee Day • Ty DayPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
11:00 AM CDTThe Next Step: Transitioning to Adult Neurology and Neurosurgery Care Salon DAudrey Vernick • Dave Clarke, MDPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
1:00 PM CDTAsk Me Anything: A Young Adult Panel Kalahari BallroomPanelDiscussion+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTManaging Movement, Seating, and Growth After Epilepsy Surgery Salon DNicole Murray • Catherine Harrison, PT, DPTPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTHearing and Listening After Epilepsy Surgery Salon BEmily Harford, SLPPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTHow to Advocate For Your Child In School Salon CAudrey VernickPresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
2:00 PM CDTLevel Up Your Circle: Creating Social and Rec Opportunities Your Way! Salon APresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
3:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
5:30 PM CDTDinner and Dance Party - Texas Style! Event BarnMealPacing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisOutcome inferred from formatInferred from format
8:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!PresentationKnowledge transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisNo participant output visible from this rowRead from source, no work signal
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Homonymous Hemianopia/Spot Driving Hazards Research Rm 1Alex Bowers, PhD • Jing Xu, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Vision Processing Research Rm 3Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Visual Processing Research Rm 2Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
4:00 PM CDTEarly Check-In + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
4:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
7:00 AM CDTRegistration + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
7:30 AM CDTBreakfast Kalahari BallroomMealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
7:30 AM CDTKid Camp Registration Registration DRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
8:30 AM CDTKid Camp NileUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTWelcome and Opening Session - Community Report from the Global Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Registry + Neuromodulation Research Meeting Update Kalahari BallroomMonika JonesOpening RemarksOrientation+
Format · BroadcastOpening RemarksFraming or welcome from the stage. Orients the room, not participatory.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTTeen + Young Adult Kickoff: Meet Up and Life Hacks. Salon ACindy Fitchpatrick, CCLS • Roxanne Cogil, BS, CBIS • Audrey VernickUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Understanding the Family Perspective on Epilepsy Surgery Research Rm 4Ruba Al-Ramadhani, MDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTParticipate in Research - Visual Processing Research Rm 3Maria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTThe Care Map: Mastering Medical Advocacy at Every Stage of the Epilepsy Journey Salon CKatie Taylor, CCLSUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTLiving Your Best Life: Skills for Adulthood After Epilepsy Surgery As A Child Salon ANicole Murray • Lynn Paul, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTDevelopmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies: Medication, Surgery, and Developmental Outcomes Salon BRuba Al-Ramadhani, MD • Charuta Joshi, MDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTHealth, Hope, and the Future: Transition Planning for Students with Complex Medical Needs Salon DAudrey Vernick • Roni Jo Frazier, M.Ed., CAS, QIDP • Jamie MoyerUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTExpo and Resource Fair Expo HallExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTParticipate In Research - Family Perspectives About Epilepsy Surgery Expo HallRuba Al-Ramadhani, MDExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTBalance and Eye Movement Challenges After Brain Injury or Surgery Salon DAudrey Vernick • Denise Gobert, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTMapping the Mind: Neuropsychological Testing, School Accommodations, and Tracking Progress After Epilepsy Surgery Salon CKaren Evankovich, PhD • Rosalia Costello, PsyDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTProtection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security Salon ARandi TurnerUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTWhy Genetic Testing Matters for All Children with Epilepsy Salon BM. Scott Perry, MD • Dennis Lal, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
12:00 PM CDTLunch Kalahari BallroomMealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
1:00 PM CDTExpo Bingo Expo HallExhibitionShowcase+
Format · ShowcaseExhibitionA showcase or expo floor. Browsing and light interaction rather than structured participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTSupporting Siblings through the Epilepsy Surgery Journey Salon DAudrey VernickUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTResearch Update: Driving With Homonymous Hemianopia Salon BJing Xu, PhD • Alex Bowers, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTSocial Success and the Regulated Brain Salon ANicole Murray • Karen Keough, MDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTSib Shops Salon CAlyssa Geis, MPH, CCLSUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
3:00 PM CDTManaging Behavior and Sleep: A Medication and Transition Roadmap for Epilepsy Families Salon DDaniel Freedman, DOUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
3:00 PM CDTAdvances In Epilepsy Surgery Salon BTaylor Abel • Sandi Lam, MD, MBAUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
3:00 PM CDTBrave on the Page™: Telling Your Story After Epilepsy Surgery Salon AMarianne Richmond, MAUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
4:00 PM CDTTexas-Sized Hearts: A Bling & Breathe Session for Moms Salon DTiffany TownsendPresentationKnowledge Transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
4:00 PM CDTRed Flags After Epilepsy Surgery: Seizures Returning, Behavior Shifts, and Hidden Neurologic Issues Salon BAria Fallah, MD, MS, MBA • Jason Hauptman, MD, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
4:00 PM CDTA Lifetime of Support: Building Your Child’s Financial Safety Net Salon CMary McDirmid, ChSNCUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
5:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
7:00 PM CDTTeen and Young Adult Bowling Mixer B-Lux Bowling @ Tom Foolery Arcade (Kalahari)UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
8:00 AM CDTRegistration + Info Desk Registration FRegistrationLogistics+
Format · LogisticsRegistrationCheck-in and logistics, not agenda content.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
9:00 AM CDTAsk Me Anything: A Parent Panel Kalahari BallroomPanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTMedical Trauma in Families Affected By Brain Injury and Neurosurgery Salon CAudrey Vernick • Jennifer Bommer, M.A., LPCUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTFrom Family Questions to Research: Hemispherectomy Skills Vision After Resections Salon AMaria Chroneos • Marlene Behrmann, PhD • Lynn Paul, PhDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTLaser Ablation in Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery: Current Uses, Recent Advances, and an Emerging Role After Failed Disconnections Salon DDaniel Curry, MDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
10:00 AM CDTThe Parent Experience: Safety, Self-Determination, and the Dignity of Risk Salon BNicole Murray • Ty Day • Aimee DayUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTSeeing Success After Epilepsy Surgery: Practical Vision Tools for Everyday Life Salon CCarrie Gillespie • Lynne McAlister, M.Ed.UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTThe Power of Play: Motivation, Participation and Adaptive Play for the Child with Complex Needs Salon AKelli Croll • Patsy Tate, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDTUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTThe Young Adult Experience: Stop Talking About Me and Listen to Me Salon BNicole Murray • Aimee Day • Ty DayPresentationKnowledge Transfer+
Format · BroadcastPresentationSpeakers present, the audience receives. Awareness only unless paired with practice or follow-up.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
11:00 AM CDTThe Next Step: Transitioning to Adult Neurology and Neurosurgery Care Salon DAudrey Vernick • Dave Clarke, MDUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
1:00 PM CDTAsk Me Anything: A Young Adult Panel Kalahari BallroomPanelDeliberation+
Format · BroadcastPanelExperts discuss while the audience watches. Surfaces perspective but rarely creates participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTManaging Movement, Seating, and Growth After Epilepsy Surgery Salon DNicole Murray • Catherine Harrison, PT, DPTUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTHearing and Listening After Epilepsy Surgery Salon BEmily Harford, SLPUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTHow to Advocate For Your Child In School Salon CAudrey VernickUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
2:00 PM CDTLevel Up Your Circle: Creating Social and Rec Opportunities Your Way! Salon AUnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
3:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
5:30 PM CDTDinner and Dance Party - Texas Style! Event BarnMealWellbeing+
Format · LogisticsMealA pacing block. Can carry unstructured networking, not scored as participant work.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
8:00 PM CDTEnjoy the resort!UnknownUnknown+
Format · BroadcastUnknownFormat not classified from the source; treated as a broadcast block by default.
Evidence basisHighRead from source
The Full Reading
Why It Ranks This Way +
Calibrated from GES design 30/100 and verified 31/100 with no fourth-loop cap.
Reader Takeaway. For a reader, this is a comparison record more than a model to copy: it reads as a broadcast-heavy conference, with the strongest visible signal in future-of-work fit and problem specificity and the biggest open question around follow through and participation architecture. The practical test is whether the published agenda connects the room to relationship persistence and follow-through.
Strongest signals: Future-of-Work Fit, Problem Specificity, and Network Design. Weakest signals: Follow Through, Participation Architecture, and Learning Transfer.
How This Agenda Could Improve +
- Add named owners, dates, implementation checkpoints, and a visible post-event continuation path.
- Turn passive airtime into participant work: practice, sensemaking, decisions, critique, or artifact creation.
- Build transfer into the agenda through practice, feedback, job aids, reflection, and 30-90 day use cases.
Fastest next move: Add named owners, dated next steps, and a visible continuation path before treating the event as outcome-ready.
Role-Specific Reading +
Sponsor lens
Look beyond exposure. Strong sponsor value would show qualified interaction, problem work, buyer learning, customer evidence, or follow-up. The practical sponsor move is to look for structured introductions, buyer-seller fit, and relationship persistence.
Designer lens
The agenda is useful as a pattern sample from pesacon2026.sched.com. Redesign attention should go first to the lowest-scoring pillars; in practice, turn the thinnest agenda blocks into participant work.
Executive lens
Treat the visible agenda as an operating plan. The executive move is to require owners, dates, and evidence before treating the event as strategic. If owners, proof, and follow-through are not visible, the public record does not yet prove strategic movement.
Aggregator lens
Treat the source URL as evidence, not decoration. The data-product move is to label the source boundary clearly before ranking the record before ranking or syndicating the record.
What GES Means Here +
The Gathering Effectiveness Score is a strict 0-100 public-evidence reading of the agenda across eight pillars. It rewards visible participant work, follow-through, transfer, network design, and proof mechanisms more than polish, speaker fame, attendance, or satisfaction.
Visible mechanisms: Network design, Learning transfer.
Evidence boundary: Scores reflect visible agenda/source evidence and should not be read as proof of causal event impact.
Limitations, Score Caps, and Review Flags +
Limitations
- No visible follow-up, progress monitoring, or longitudinal tracking.
- Passive stage formats dominate the visible agenda.
- No baseline measurement is visible.
Score caps
- No fourth-loop score cap applied.
Review flags
- No source-backed follow-up, validation, baseline, tracking, or impact evidence.
- Satisfaction/NPS signal found, but it is excluded from effectiveness scoring.
- Stage-only agenda: mostly passive formats with no visible participant work or commitments.
- Stage-only agenda: mostly panels/keynotes/presentations with no visible participant work or commitments.
- No tracking, validation, feedback, or impact measurement found in the visible source text.
- Original category was unknown; publication category is inferred.
Is this proof the event worked? +
No. This is a strict public-evidence reading of the agenda. Proof would require baseline, comparison, follow-up, attribution, and impact evidence beyond the listing.
What should a reader inspect first? +
Start with the source URL, then compare the eight pillar scores against the agenda rows. The biggest opportunities usually sit in follow-through, evidence maturity, and participant work.
Why publish weak records? +
Weak records are part of the map. They show where public agendas still describe sessions and speakers more often than outcomes, commitments, transfer, or proof.
How should I use the rows? +
Read the agenda rows as the visible design trace: formats, purposes, and evidence labels show what the public source made inspectable, not everything that happened in the room. This is a source-grounded interpretation of the public agenda record, not a copy of the source, and not an endorsement of the event.
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