Some event pros don’t just use technology. They push it further. That spirit defined the first-ever Cvent Power User Build-Off at Cvent CONNECT 2026 in Nashville.
Built for advanced Cvent users, the competition challenged participants to prove their expertise in a live, real-world environment. First came the qualifying assessment. Then came the onsite timed build, where competitors were tested on depth, accuracy, and best practices across the event lifecycle.
See what events can do when expertise meets execution.
This wasn’t about checking boxes. It was about recognizing customers who know how to turn strategy into action and build experiences that perform.
A new stage for advanced event builders
The Cvent Power User Build-Off created a new path for highly engaged users. It gave advanced builders a chance to move beyond learning and into visible recognition.
It also put a spotlight on the products and skills modern event teams rely on most, including Registration & Event Management, Cvent Supplier Network, OnArrival, Attendee Hub, and reporting.
That matters for the broader Cvent Community. When advanced users raise the bar and share what works, customers, learners, and champions all move forward.
See what events can do when your best builders step into the spotlight.
Meet the top Power Users
After a competitive live challenge, top performers earned formal Cvent Power User status based on performance and rubric scores.
They represent advanced thinking, smart configuration, and outcome-driven execution.
Newly named Cvent Power Users earn official status, community recognition, VIP access, and continued visibility across the Cvent Community.
Why this moment matters
The Power User Build-Off reflects something bigger than one competition. It created a path for event professionals to sharpen their craft, prove their expertise, and get more from Cvent’s AI-powered platform to drive stronger event outcomes.
For experienced users, it’s a challenge worth chasing. For learners, it’s proof of what’s possible. For the Cvent Community, it’s a reminder that growth doesn’t stop when an event goes live. It grows when people share what they know and keep pushing the craft forward.
See what events can do when knowledge turns into momentum.
What’s next for the community
This is just the beginning. The Power User Build-Off was built to celebrate top users and create new stories the wider community can learn from.
That means more opportunities to hear from advanced builders, discover practical best practices, and keep leveling up together.
Inspired by this year’s top Power Users? Explore Cvent Academy training and certification offerings to build your skills and take the next step in your own journey.
To our first class of Cvent Power Users: you didn’t just show up. You showed what’s possible.
You showed the world what events can do.
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