If you are involved with Agile, the biggest event of the year is the conference hosted each summer by the Agile Alliance. Agile 2017 (https://www.agilealliance.org/agile2017/) kicks off on Sunday, August 6, 2017 and that means 2,500 Agilists will be descending on Orlando ready to pick up new techniques, share what they’ve learned and catch up with thought leaders and practitioners in the Agile space.

The conference is MASSIVE and it would not be possible without the Purple Shirt People who volunteer at the conference. In exchange for getting to attend the conference, the folks in the purple shirts are the ones who can help you navigate the week. Whether you are a first timer wondering where to go, or a seasoned veteran giving a talk, we all depend on the generosity of the folks who give their time to help make the conference happen.

In this podcast, Becky Hartman and Sarah Klarich share some details about volunteering at the conference, how it works, what you get in exchange for giving your time and how you can get more involved. If you are new to the conference, Becky and Sarah also share some tips on how to make it through the week and what to not miss.

SHOW NOTES

00:10 Podcast Begins

00:47 Background on Sarah and Becky

01:33 Getting involved with volunteering at the Agile Conference

02:58 How many people will be expected at Agile 2017

03:30 How many people are part of the Volunteer Team at Agile 2017

03:52 The time commitment and getting to see sessions at Agile 2017

05:13 The type of work the Purple Shirts are expected to do a the Agile Conference

06:19 The benefits of volunteering at the Agile Conference

10:18 Advice from Becky and Sarah on how to get the most out your week in Orlando

13:15 Tips for volunteers who are extroverts (like Becky)

14:05 Watch the Grandma comments!

14:18 Advice for introverts (like Sarah)

15:05 Get ready for Agile Therapy and some other new events at Agile 2017!

16:36 Dealing with FOMO at Agile 2017 (You can’t see it all - take care of yourself!)

17:40 Finding your conference wingperson

19:44 Sarah and Becky’s must see events at Agile 2017

21:36 How to get on the Agile 2017 Volunteer Wait List (or submit your name for next year)