I think the use of offical greeters to assist new people get an orientation and feel welcome is a great idea.
Who do we know that meets the outlined criteria of (i) extroverted (ii) willing to participate as a greeter (iii) knows enough existing members to provide intro's.
I guess another option is to give the new members a nametag or something and then encourage an etiquette of existing members introducing themselves visitors during coffee time.
Any effort to make guests and new members feel welcome has to be beneficial.
Trent Murray
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