Your keynote speaker just canceled for your virtual conference. How will you salvage the event?
Faced with a sudden keynote vacancy? Share how you'd navigate this conference conundrum.
Your keynote speaker just canceled for your virtual conference. How will you salvage the event?
Faced with a sudden keynote vacancy? Share how you'd navigate this conference conundrum.
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What to do: 1) always have a list of potential backup speakers who can step in on short notice. 2) if you have recorded sessions or interviews from previous conferences, consider integrating these into the event as filler content. 3) open the floor for questions and discussions with attendees.
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Just stay calm and find a reliable and an efficient alternative.If there are other possible keynote speakers on the waiting list just get them involved to salvage the unforeseen situation.This would ensure a successful conference observation.
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