A moderator and chairperson are additional people contacts that can be created and linked to a session by an event admin. These contacts are not created by completing a session submission form. Below, are instructions on how to create both contact roles and link them to a session.
How to create a moderator/chairperson
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Within the "Contacts" module, specifically 'All Contacts', select the orange "Add" button at the top right-hand corner of the screen.
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Within the pop-up window, select the button "Add New Contact".
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Add all of the contact's information (i.e. name, email, phone number).
- Note: First name, Last name, and Email are the only required fields when creating a new contact.
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Do not forget to click the orange "Save" button once complete.
💡Sessionboard Tip: For returning contacts, simply search by email or name to add them to your event.
How to add a moderator/chairperson to a session
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Within the "Session" module, select the pencil icon next to the session you wish to edit.
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Select the "Participants" tab and locate the widget "Session Participants".
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Navigate to the Chairperson & Moderator fields and select a contact to assign to these roles.
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Do not forget to click the orange "Save" button once complete.