<!here>, we're kicking off this channel to be a dedicated space to support one another as event tech continues to rapidly evolve. This post on LinkedIn inspired me to ask - are you willing to share your event tech stack with the group here? It might help inspire other members to look into new solutions, or ask for your more specific advice or opinion on tech you currently use. As a reminder, we also have the #ai-for-events channel for those interested.
Wordpress
Woocommerce
Brella
Xtag
Socialbee
Substack
Slido
Zapier
Slack
Asana
Streak
so we currently use Swoogo, Bizzabo & Socio (which is now Webex) for online events.
Personally we spend a lot time finessing our internal tech stack and here's what we currently use at RED VELVET:
• Slack
• Google Workspace which includes Google Drive
• Harvest
I'm sure I'm forgetting some be/c these are the 5 tools I touch every day.
• Splash
• Welcome (for virtual)
• MailChimp
• Zapier
• Affinity
• Airtable
• Coda
• Accelevents (virtual events)
• HubSpot & Iterables (emails / forms)
• Builder (website)
• Asana (project management)
• Code (project documentation)
• Zapier (the glue)
• Looker (data)
• Slack (comms)
• Typeform (speaker & internal forms)
• Notion (personal to-do tracker)
ClickUp
Google Workspace
Slack
Zoom
Calendly
Pandadoc
QuickBooks
Plooto
Considering Notion if it really works
Google now has its own version of Calendly @EventPlanner490 You should check it out! It’s not perfect, but it’s pretty good!
@EventPlanner752 @Unknown if anyone here can help!
Anyone have a favorite webinar platform- open to whether you produced or were an attendee? We are looking to onboard one in our next fiscal year and I would love opinions. Looking at On24, Splash, Zoom events, Go to Webinar, Bizzaboo.
Curious if anyone has done a multi-breakout, multi-session event on a platform you loved. Does that even exist? I’m managing 80 sessions over 3 days in 6 different breakouts. We decided against one platform because they couldn’t produce a solid reference for someone who had done this large of an event and there were issues with the RTMP flow. The platform we are using has some nuances, especially on the production side that aren’t the best.
So what have you used that you like?
Has anyone used event software other than Splash and Bizzabo for event registration, save the dates, etc.? I’ve tried them both but recently Splash’s virtual capabilities have fallen short 🫤
Can anyone recommend a reg software for a one day, all general session meeting for 200 pax? We need standard meeting items- speaker bios/photos, agenda, ticketing, comp codes, etc. Didn’t know who might be good for a one off event.
hi friends! looking for a solid event app vendor and appreciate any leads!! thank you and grateful for this group of pros!!
Hi All! Wondering if anyone uses Bizzabo for webinars & virtual events? I have not had hands-on experience with it, but my company 1) has it as a hold-over from a large user conference and 2) needs an upgraded webinar/virtual events platform (currently using Zoom). We are 95% certain we will resign, and will be hosting some test webinars next week, but I would love to hear feedback on Bizzabo's webinar/virtual event features from any current users. Thank you!
Hello! I'm curious if anyone has recommendations for event management platforms or solutions they currently use and find effective. Currently, we utilize SplashThat, but we're in need of a meeting booking tool to streamline space management onsite. Specifically, we're seeking a tool that enables both our team and the sales team to efficiently oversee multiple meeting spaces during events, beyond what Calendly offers.
For instance, we envision a calendar-like booking system where sales team members can easily identify available meeting spaces during their scheduled meetings, similar to Outlook's meeting booking feature, but accessible to all stakeholders. It's important for both marketers and myself to have backend access for internal management. Currently, we're considering GTHR, but I'm open to any recommendations!! TYSM
Hi all. Has anyone used https://splashthat.com/ for invites / registration / etc. but used an alternative system for onsite badge printing? Their badges are pretty basic and I'm looking for something a little more high tech but want to make sure the systems are compatible. Thanks!
does anyone have a solution they love for booking appointment slots at an event (e.g. office hours where people can book a 20 minute slot, or headshots where someone can book one of five availabilities in a given time slot)?
everything i’ve experimented with is pretty clunky for this use case. whether it’s something more meetings-focused like calendly or doodle or something more services-focused like setmore or picktime, they’re all more suited to showing ongoing availability rather than something one-time.
any great options that i’m missing?
Hi all! I am looking into new possible namebadge printing software/hardware for our smaller scale events. We typically use Bizzabo and their printers for our larger events, but haven't found a great cost friendly option we can count on for the smaller events. Please let me know if you have any great options to share - thank you!
Hi everyone! What is your favorite ticketing/registration tool? If it’s not a full on event platform and if it’s not Eventbrite, what’s yoru choice? (paid/unpaid)
Hello! could someone here recommend a good and comprehensive registration tool, besides Cvent? Thank you so much in advance.
Hey hey 👋
I’m looking for a new event timeline tool. Any suggestions?
Also, I’m looking for a good NY based floral designer that’s super inexpensive for this small but mighty nonprofit I’m consulting. Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
Hey All! Im running point on a 200 person conference this fall, but having trouble finding an event registration platform that meets the following needs:
1. Paid registration options
2. Ability to have approval process to vet registrants before they pay
3. aesthetically pleasing and easy to use for registrants
I set up a glue up account but have not been having the best experience, and im trying out RSVPify, but if 1)anyone has any recommendations or 2) has tried any of these platforms please let me know 🙂
What virtual event platform do you all use? Has anyone ever used Goldcast? I am looking to host a half day virtual user conference in the spring. Whatever we pick must have multi track capabilities and a sponsor showcase area. We currently use Demio for webinars (very simple tool) and tried AirMeet (hated it).
Hi Everyone, I am planning four 100-150 person events and wanting to find a vendor that can do onsite badge printing and attendee check-in. I just got a quote from cvent that seems really high ($12K per city). Does anyone have any recommendations for other companies that help with event check-in/registration with badge printing?
Hey hey- happy Monday! Looking for vendor help:
• Swag vendor for reusable coffee mugs in EMEA (that ships to Amsterdam), a local one works
• Reception venue in Charlotte for end of June (75-100 people)
hi friends - looking for badge vendors that have products that encourage networking but are not tied for RFID (ie - individual QR codes to LinkedIn profiles, etc) would love any suggestions or things you have done in the past or vendors you have used... THANK YOU!
hi! a client needs some sort of platform/tech to send out individual QR codes to all of them to act as their event "ticket" day of. Any recommendations for something so simple that doesn't cost a fortune? We want to be able to track who came vs. who didn't using these individually distributed QR codes.
https://firstmark.medium.com/our-investment-in-vendelux-the-operating-system-for-event-intelligence-29066c75c55d for event marketers here, Vendelux seems to be helpful
Hey everyone! What in-person event technology is still out there that people like for registration and on-site event management?
I’m working on putting together a template for the team to show to leadership with where we want to show up, investment level, type of event, past KPIs, and any other relevant information.. does anyone have recs on how to do this outside of excel? There’s nothing wrong with tried and true haha just want to see if I’m missing an opportunity to use something better if it’s out there :)
hi! has anyone used a survey provider that lets you send a question out post-session (one at a time that you can send as a session ends) as well as collating all questions via a link to send out at the end.
Hi there! Has anyone here used Swoogo before? Looking for some honest opinions on the software!
Hi! What have ppl used that allow real time salesforce updates while scanning at an event?