I think that we managed the increase in capacity well, and we didn’t significantly worsen the experience relative to a 500 person conference: logistics were smooth, COVID risk wasn’t much higher, and they got access to nearly 500 extra people. In fact, due to the increased value from access to the extra attendees, I think the change might have been net positive for the initial 500 attendees (but we’re not sure overall).
Finally, I want to point this out as something I agree is correct, and is pretty remarkable given the short timeframe and lack of staff. I encountered ~no logistical problems arising from the last-minute doubling in size, which is definitely a testament to the team’s hard work and ability (and a decent argument against some of my more demanding claims).
Finally, I want to point this out as something I agree is correct, and is pretty remarkable given the short timeframe and lack of staff. I encountered ~no logistical problems arising from the last-minute doubling in size, which is definitely a testament to the team’s hard work and ability (and a decent argument against some of my more demanding claims).