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"Virtual shows typically have longer hours across multiple time zones. The number of staff members needed for show support increases as the global show requirements increase."
— Mike Kotsos, vice president, Taylor Inc.

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"Look for individuals who have previously worked on digital platforms, preferably those involved in the planning of an event."
— Ruben Castano, CEO, 6Connex Inc.

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"The best virtual crew members are the ones who can manage and focus what the attendee experience is going to look like and adapt to create an engaging experience."
— David Ratcliffe, director, event production, Impact XM

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"Selecting staffers for virtual events uses the same process as in-person ones. Define what specific task or role you need them to undertake, then look for who has the key characteristics required."
— Lee Ali, managing director, Expo Stars Interactive Ltd.

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"The first traits we look for in virtual staffers are adaptability, flexibility, and tech-savviness."
— Brenda Mardesich, executive director, integrated production, George P. Johnson, a Project Worldwide agency


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"Virtual booths and events typically allow for fewer staffers and provide greater scheduling flexibility thanks to the available tech platforms and live chat applications."
— Kevin Ruiz, manager, data and insights, Spiro, a Global Experience Specialists Inc. (GES) company

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"It's important to have sufficient, dedicated virtual show staff since a virtual attendee can move through booths faster and appointment times may need to be more frequent and shorter."
— Megan Culligan, program associate, Professional Convention Management Association

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"One drawback of virtual staffers is they sometimes miss out on attendees' physical cues to know whether they are interested in engaging."
— Kristine Corbin, operations director, Jack Ethos, Jack Morton Worldwide Inc.

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"Characteristics of strong virtual event staffers include familiarity with event tech and the ability to power online engagement, such as flagging audience requests to speakers."
— Ben Chodor, president, Notified, an Intrado Corp. company

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"Don't make the mistake of using fewer people. You'll typically need the same number of staffers for virtual events as physical ones."
— Stefanny Avera, staffing and marketing manager, Amusement Exhibit and Event Services LLC