First Conference As Student— Any Advice?

Hi!
I am a highschool student and am going to a derivatives conference in a couple days due to my work on derivatives research. Am not going into specifics as to not doxx myself.

This is my first conference, and I want to put my best foot forward. I would appreciate any/all advice people have- especially about the "little stuff" people notice. Thanks a lot!

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