SayPro Objective: Provide Assistance to Speakers and Attendees for a Seamless Event
1. Speaker Assistance Plan
Pre-Event
Speaker Briefings & Tech Checks (1โ2 weeks prior):
Confirm session time, duration, format (virtual/in-person)
Test presentations, audio/video, screen share capabilities
Speaker Guide (PDF or Google Doc):
Event schedule
Technical setup instructions
Contact info for urgent support
Q&A & engagement expectations
Day of Event
Speaker Green Room (Virtual or Physical) :
Quiet space to prep before speaking
A coordinator to manage handovers and last-minute updates
Dedicated Liaison per speaker:
Reminds them of timing
Shares audience engagement tips
Manages slide transitions, microphones, etc.
2. Attendee Assistance Plan
Pre-Event
Welcome Email with Essentials :
Agenda
How to attend/join sessions (link, time, location)
Support contacts (phone, email, WhatsApp)
FAQ Page/Live Chat on website
On Event Day
In-Person Support Virtual Support Info desk at venue Live chat or WhatsApp help Ushers and signage Virtual lobby host/moderator Printed maps/schedules Pinned agenda link in chat QR codes for live help Screen share support visuals
3. Session Support Teams
Assign trained volunteers or staff to each session to:
Greet and brief speakers
Monitor time and cue transitions
Collect and assist with questions (live or chat)
Handle audience or tech issues immediately
4. Real-Time Communication Tools
Team Coordination : WhatsApp group, Slack, or walkie-talkies
Attendee Support : Live WhatsApp line, helpdesk number, email
Speaker Coordination : Google Calendar alerts, SMS reminders
5. Helpful Documents to Prepare
Speaker & Moderator Briefing Pack
Attendee Quick Guide (PDF or web page)
Run-of-Show Schedule for staff
Live Issue Tracker (Google Sheet or Trello board)
6. Post-Event Support
Send a thank-you email with:
Links to recordings (if applicable)
Follow-up surveys
Contact info for ongoing support or partnerships
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