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Greeter

Welcomes new arrivals and makes sure no one stands alone in a corner wondering if they should leave.

Role type
Social
Level of effort
Light

Responsibilities

  • Watch the door and catch first-time attendees
  • Introduce newcomers to at least two people
  • Handle the "what is this group actually about" question
  • Check in mid-event to see how newcomers are doing

Skills & traits

  • Warm without being overwhelming
  • Naturally attentive to who's on the edge of a room

Bonus

  • Good memory for names

Good fit if:in a group, you make sure no one is left out of the conversation.