Practical templates for meetings, welcoming new attendees, and choosing a venue.
A flexible agenda template for running effective meetups.
Before the meeting - Send reminder 1 week and 1 day before - Confirm speaker or presenter - Verify venue access Meeting structure - Welcome and intros - Main content - Break / networking - Open discussion - Closing / next meeting date
How to welcome first-time attendees and keep the room friendly.
Welcome! Is this your first time at [DCG Name]? - Great to have you - Here is how the meetup works - Let me introduce you to a couple regulars - Questions are encouraged
What to consider when choosing and setting up a venue.
Essential requirements [ ] Accessible location [ ] Appropriate capacity [ ] Permission for tech meetups [ ] Wi-Fi and power [ ] Presentation setup if needed [ ] Safety and comfort basics