Succession Planning for the Open Source Movement

Explore succession planning strategies for the open source movement in this 50-minute panel discussion featuring experts from Bitergia, VMware, Digital Impact Alliance, and Google. Delve into critical issues such as burnout, the "bus factor," and the lack of succession planning in open source projects. Learn about innovative approaches to cultivate leadership skills, mentor new contributors, and create healthy communities. Discover the importance of formal governance, documentation, and risk management in ensuring project continuity. Gain insights on fostering a culture of mentorship, implementing open leader programs, and addressing the challenges faced by small projects. Examine the impact of the global pandemic on open source communities and gather valuable advice from industry leaders on sustaining and growing open source initiatives.