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  • Accessing the Speakers Section
  • Adding Speakers
  • Advanced Editing for Speaker Details
  • Best Practices for Managing Speakers
  • How to display on frontend
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Speakers

This guide walks you through the steps to add and manage speakers for your event. You can either select existing speakers from your hubs or create new ones as needed.

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Accessing the Speakers Section

  1. Navigate to the "Overview" Section

    • From the event dashboard, go to Overview > Speakers.

  1. Search for Speakers Across Hubs

    • Use the search bar to find speakers who are already associated with any of your hubs.

    • Browse the results to locate the desired speaker(s).


Adding Speakers

Option 1: Select Existing Speakers

  1. Locate the speaker using the search functionality.

  2. Click on the speaker’s name to add them to your event.

Option 2: Quick Create a New Speaker

  1. If the speaker you’re looking for isn’t listed:

    • Click on the Quick Create option.

  2. Fill in the basic details for the speaker:

    • Name

    • Title/Role

    • Organization

  3. Save the entry to add the speaker to your event.


Advanced Editing for Speaker Details

  1. Access the Advanced Edit Mode

    • Open the edit speaker modal for the selected speaker.

    • Click on the Advanced Edit button.

  2. Update Additional Details

    • Provide a wider variety of social media links for the speaker’s profile.

    • Configure how the speaker appears in the listing view.

    • Add other details such as profile picture and bio.

  3. Save Changes

    • Review the updates and click Save to finalize the speaker profile.


Best Practices for Managing Speakers

  • Centralize Speaker Data: Use the search functionality to leverage existing speaker profiles and avoid duplication.

  • Complete Profiles: Ensure all speakers have updated bios, photos, and links to enhance their presence at the event.

  • Test Links: Verify social media and external links to ensure accuracy.


How to display on frontend

  • Navigate to the "Pages" Section.

    • From the event dashboard, go to Pages > Pages

  • For a single session:

    • Open the Home Page.

    • Toggle Speakers and select the Format in which you wish the speakers to display.

  • For a multi-session or super-event:

    • Add a dedicated page for sponsors.


Following these steps ensures that your event has a polished and professional lineup of speakers, ready to engage your audience.