04/23/2021

Three Questions You'll Need to Answer When Planning Hybrid Conferences

Hybrid events come with their own set of planning challenges

Associations and attendees alike are eager for the return of large, in-person events; with vaccination numbers continuing to rise, that may be on the horizon soon enough.

But even with this renewed optimism, many groups are planning hybrid conferences in the near term. Planning a conference that includes both in-person and virtual components is no easy feat and requires meeting professionals to consider additional logistics and possibly new technology solutions. Before you get too far into the weeds, here are three questions to answer during the early stages of planning.

HOW DO WE STAFF A HYBRID CONFERENCE?

Association meeting pros have long known exactly who they need on their team to execute a flawless in-person event, and the pandemic has taught them how to do the same for virtual conferences. But hybrid meetings will require even more staffing adjustments to make sure attendees have a worthwhile experience, whether they join online or in person.

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