Over the course of the C2 Conference I participated in a number of brain dates.  Brain Dates are a brilliant way of creating connection for idea sharing.  You put out offers of topics you are willing to share information about as well as topics you want to learn about.  You can search for topics that resonate and reach out to the person offering to request a meet up.  Brain Dates are 30 minutes of quick, passionate sharing and often end with a commitment to follow up and share further.