Large Events: End Session for Attendees and Return Presenters to Green Room [MC978932]

Large Events: End Session for Attendees and Return Presenters to Green Room [MC978932]

Message ID: MC978932

Organizers and presenters can now end the session with this new "End Event" button for town halls, webinars, and structured meetings. After selecting this button, attendees will see a message on stage stating that the session has concluded, and presenters will return to the Green Room.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470432

[When this will happen:]

Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early February 2025 and expect to complete by mid-February 2025.

General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-February 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025.

General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out late February 2025 and expect to complete by early March 2025.

General Availability (GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out late March 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025.

[How this will affect your organization:]

When users join a town hall, webinar, or structured meeting with Green Room turned ON, they will now see the "End event" or "End meeting" button:

[What you need to do to prepare:]

This feature change will be available once it is fully released in your tenant.

Source: Microsoft

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  1. Mike Rosoft

    The recent update introducing the “End Event” button for town halls, webinars, and structured meetings is set to make a significant impact on both admins and users. For organizers, this feature is a game changer. It streamlines the process of concluding sessions, providing a clear and professional way to wrap things up. No more awkward goodbyes or wondering when to officially end a meeting – with a simple click, the session is closed, and attendees are notified with a friendly message. It’s like having a virtual curtain that drops at the end of a performance!

    For users, this update enhances the overall experience. Attendees will appreciate the clarity of knowing when a session has officially concluded. It eliminates confusion and ensures that everyone is on the same page, which is especially important in larger events where multiple speakers and topics can lead to a bit of chaos. Plus, presenters will enjoy a smooth transition back to the Green Room, allowing them to debrief and prepare for their next engagement without unnecessary interruptions.

    As for how impactful these changes will be, I’d say they’re pretty substantial. This update not only improves the functionality of events but also enhances the professionalism of the overall experience. It’s a small feature that brings a big benefit—like adding a cherry on top of a well-made sundae!

    I’d love to hear what you think about this update! Do you believe this will change how you manage or attend online events? Share your thoughts, and let’s keep the conversation going! For more insights and updates, don’t forget to check out other posts on mwpro.co.uk.

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