Growing Sustainable Contributions Through Ambassador Networks

Discover strategies for cultivating sustainable open source contributions through ambassador networks in this 20-minute conference talk. Explore the Open Source Ambassador Program, a volunteer-driven initiative that champions open source within companies. Learn from the experiences of Indeed and Comcast as they share insights on implementing and evolving ambassador programs. Gain valuable lessons on maintaining commitment, adapting to changes like COVID-19, tailoring involvement to meet professional goals, and hosting virtual sessions. Understand the characteristics of an ideal ambassador and the importance of establishing prerequisites for program entry. Uncover techniques for growing and sustaining open source contributions within organizations through effective ambassador networks.

Intro
What is it? The Open Source Ambassador Program is a working group made up of volunteers who represent our various technology offices. Ambassadon are open source champions and serve as the point of contact for all things open source inside the company.
Lessons Learned • Feedback from Ambassadors
Moving Forward • Maintain Commitment to Moot Ambassadors Where They Are Take into consideration any changes due to COVID-19 Tailor involvement to meet their professional goals Continue to Host Virtual Sessions . Surprise & Delight SWAG
Comcast Open Source Ambassadors
2020 Org-wide Ambassador Program rolled out Architecture Ambassadors Open Source Ambassadors
Ideal Ambassador
Lessons Learned • Tighter prerequisites to enter the program