Sip, Speak & Learn
An informal evening of posters, conversations, and new connections.
The Networking Poster Session is a dynamic and informal space designed to showcase projects, initiatives, Living Labs, and innovative ideas while encouraging meaningful exchanges between participants with a glass of wine. More than a traditional poster display, the session creates an opportunity to spark conversations, share experiences, discover potential collaborations, and connect with peers from across the international Living Lab community.
Set in a relaxed atmosphere, attendees are invited to explore the posters at their own pace, engage directly with presenters, and exchange ideas in an open and approachable setting. Whether you are looking to present your work, gain visibility for your initiative, or expand your network, the Networking Poster Session offers a unique platform to do so.
To make the experience even more enjoyable, refreshments will be available throughout the session, helping create the social and welcoming atmosphere that is at the heart of OpenLivingLab Days.
Join us in Antwerp
📍 Where? Marble Hall, Room with a ZOO
📅 When? 1 October 2026
🕔 Timing? Directly after the closing session
🤝 What to expect? Posters, networking, and informal exchanges over refreshments
Note: The image shown is for illustrative purposes only. It is intended to provide an example of the networking poster session format, which will take place in the Marble Hall of the Room with a ZOO venue.
Networking and informal exchanges remain at the heart of OpenLivingLab Days. Following the recognition of OLLD25 with the Event Innovation Award, we continue experimenting with new formats that create meaningful connections.
Why showcase your work in a networking poster?
🌍 Gain international visibility
Present your work to 400–500 participants from more than 40 countries.
🤝 Meet future collaborators
Use your poster as a conversation starter and create new partnerships.
💡 Share ideas beyond formal sessions
Receive feedback and exchange experiences in an informal environment.
📣 Showcase your work and get featured on the OLLD programme
Bring your visual identity and tell your story in your own way.
Is a networking poster right for you?
The Networking Poster session should not be mistaken with the Research Posters. If a research paper submission is rejected but still holds value, the Research Chair and the Track Leader may decide to invite the authors to present their work as a poster. In such cases, the authors will be provided with a template that they can adapt for their poster presentation. Once the poster is prepared, authors will need to resubmit it for approval by the OLLD Research Track Coordinator and/or Track Leader before it is finalised for presentation.
Comparison of Networking Session Posters vs Research Posters
Getting ready
What can you showcase?
✔Living Lab activities
✔ EU and research projects
✔ Innovative methods and tools
✔ Community initiatives
✔ New collaborations and pilots
✔ Organisation showcases
Date & venue
There will be a dedicated poster session slot in the agenda, which will not coincide with other sessions. The Sip, Speak and Learn session will be held in the Marble Hall of the Room with a ZOO venue on 1 October 2026, right after the closing session.
Poster specifications
The poster does not have to follow OLLD poster template, but can have the visual identity of their own project / organisation. We recommend that posters are printed in A0 size.
Printing requirements
Each poster presenter prints their own poster and brings it to the conference.
Ticket information
Participants interested in showcasing a Networking Poster are required to contact the OLLD team at olld@enoll.org prior to the conference and submit a short description and a draft of the proposed poster, before 1 September 2026. All Networking Posters are subject to review and approval by the OLLD team to ensure alignment with the conference themes, scope and values. To showcase your poster, you will need to get an add-on ticket while registering for the conference.
Will I be featured on the conference programme?
Yes, poster topics and presenters will be featured on the programme of the conference.
Spaces are limited
Poster spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are linked to conference registration.
What happens during the session?
🖼 Set up your poster
🍷 Sip & Speak & Learn
🤝 Meet participants
💬 Exchange ideas
🚀 Continue conversations
Ready to put your work in the spotlight?
Join the international Living Lab community and turn your poster into new conversations, collaborations, and opportunities.