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Speaker / Facilitator

The face and voice of the event — the person who makes it feel like an event, not just a room full of people.

Role type
Social
Level of effort
Light

Responsibilities

  • Open and close events
  • Handle transitions between segments
  • Read ceremonial or ritual elements out loud
  • Fill unexpected gaps gracefully

Skills & traits

  • Comfortable with public speaking
  • Can project warmth to a room

Bonus

  • Facilitation training or experience
  • Comfort with improv when things go sideways

Good fit if:holding a room focuses you rather than making you nervous.