A: Because our CEO still hasn't upgraded to the 21st century. Apparently, "video calls" are just a myth perpetuated by hipsters and communists.
A: That's exactly why we're here. In person. Because we're not made of pixels, and our brains don't melt when exposed to fluorescent lighting.
A: Only if you're willing to risk the possibility of being muted mid-sentence by our IT department. They're a bit...testy. Learn more about IT unionization issues
Don't forget to bring your favorite coffee mug. It's going to be a long day.