Republicans refuse social-distancing advice, throwing their convention into unknown territory. Two political convention veterans weigh in on what planners are coping with.
To relieve overflow and let attendees sample more content, some groups video-broadcast concurrent sessions into a common area. Now, this tactic could help with social distancing—if the venue has enough flexible space.
The World Health Organization’s new publication on mass gatherings provides a high-level checklist for convention planners navigating coronavirus concerns.
Changemaker Becky Williams led a task force that reimagined both the educational and exhibit-hall experiences for her medical association’s annual congress.
Changemaker Ralph Weaver started the Sunshine Fund, Hope Loans, and a Salary Reimbursement Initiative to take the sting out of the pandemic for employees.