KrautPress Podcast WordCamp Europe 2026 - Comms Team, Tickets, and Krakow
Dec 19, 2025
Luca Rodino, co-lead of the Comms Team for WordCamp Europe 2026, shares insights from his extensive experience in organizing and promoting events since 2017. He discusses the team's responsibilities, emphasizing the intense workload leading up to the event and on the big day. With the 2026 event set in Krakow, he highlights affordable ticket pricing at €50 and the importance of engaging educational content. Luca also details open calls for speakers and sponsors, stressing the urgency for participation in this exciting upcoming gathering.
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Comms Team Is Three Focused Units
- The Comms team covers social media, content, and PR through dedicated sub-teams to handle diverse communication needs.
- Luca says this structure lets them manage planning, content creation, and media relations effectively.
Plan Social Content And Staff Creators
- Plan social channels with a content calendar and produce video and onsite material ahead of the event.
- Luca advises staffing social media creators to record and publish live content during the conference.
Expect Email System Changes
- Keep newsletters and blog posts as primary channels but expect tooling changes to affect timing.
- Luca recommends checking email again from January 4th when the new mailing system starts sending updates.