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Virtual vs. In-Person Events: What Works for You in Our Post-pandemic World

“Virtual or in-person?” This is the question that event, HR and talent acquisition professionals are asking themselves. As infection rates rise and fall (and rise again) as Covid…

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Virtual vs. In-Person Events: What Works for You in Our Post-pandemic World

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“Virtual or in-person?” This is the question that event, HR and talent acquisition professionals are asking themselves. As infection rates rise and fall (and rise again) as Covid restrictions are lifted, what kind of events should companies produce moving forward while balancing budgets, company values, practicality and upholding a DEIB focused mission?

PowerToFly’s Senior Community & Events Manager Rob Ribar, who oversees the team responsible for PowerToFly’s acclaimed summits, chat & learns and hackathons and has over 10+ years of in-person and virtual event experience, will share his insights and answer your questions. Rob will also discuss how PowerToFly is currently approaching the question of in-person vs. virtual and where he sees this moving in the future.

This virtual chat will discuss:

  • How to choose between hosting a virtual or an in-person event
  • How virtual events can support your DEIB mission
  • Simple steps you can take to make your in-person events Covid safe

Meet the speaker

Rob Ribar

Rob Ribar

Senior Community & Events Manager, PowerToFly

Rob has produced and managed promotional campaigns, including events and experiential marketing for theatrical works, rock concerts, and in support of global luxury brands, Broadway productions, and television networks.

Whether meeting with top-tier industry talent or pushing cargo boxes at an event activation, he brings together his passion for media and production with a skill set focused on his professionalism and conscientiousness.

About PowerToFly

The bridge between professionals and the companies building what's next.

PowerToFly connects talent, community groups, and industry leaders in one platform. Meet hiring managers, recruiters, and peers from anywhere — and with our virtual events and exclusive career content, hone your skills and grow your network all in one place.

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