1. Establish Event-Specific Goals
Going without a plan is a waste of your time. Have a specific outcome in mind.
2. Identify and Research Targets
Identify the group of event attendees you most want to connect with. Then do some research -- read their blogs, follow their tweets, and identify their major interests.
3. Use An Event Card
Have a list of your targets and some information about them.
4. Establish Your Presence
Demonstrate to your target that you are somebody worth knowing.
5. Follow Up
Make sure you contact your targets within three days of meeting them.