Answer: meeters

AnswerCrossword Clue
MEETERSReception committees?
MEETERSThey get together
MEETERSOpponents in a duel.
MEETERSConvention goers.
MEETERSGladhanders.
MEETERSReceptionists.
MEETERSConveners.
MEETERSGregarious ones
MEETERSAirport figures with names on signs
MEETERSPeople holding signs at airports
MEETERSPeople with signs at airports, e.g.
MEETERSCompanions of greeters
MEETERSAirport gate watchers
meetersMEETER, one that meets (to encounter)