Hi all, let's begin our next edition of the Tip of the Week discussion! With this new reality comes new challenges and solutions. As you're building your virtual event strategy, there's a lot to consider. If you're considering what your event might look like and how you can make your virtual event as engaging as possible, look at these ideas you can try at your next virtual event!
Attendee Engagement During Event Programming
Q&A During Sessions
The best way to do Q&A virtually is through a chat, which allows a moderator to approve questions before having the speaker answer them.
Gamification Through a Mobile Event App
Breakout Sessions
1:1 Appointments
Allow attendees to self-schedule meetings with sponsors and exhibitors before the conference and have them added to the agenda.
Interactive Live Attendee Chats
Trade Show Booth Hours
Live Polling During Sessions
Offer Livestreaming and On-Demand Content
Show Off Your Products and Services with a Virtual Exhibition
Think Outside of the Box With a Virtual Awards Ceremony
Revamp your awards ceremony to make the most of the virtual space, with performers, different hosts, and a great script.
Offer Sessions at Times That Are Convenient Across Time Zones and in Multiple Languages
Hire a Video Production Company
Training Courses and Certifications
Virtual Team-Building Exercises
Breakout Entertainment During the Event
Mental and Physical Wellness Programming
Social Media Scavenger Hunts
Social media scavenger hunts could kill two birds with one stone. Get your attendees more engaged with your brand and your company's social media presence while also offering a fun competition for attendees.
Cooking Lessons from the Comfort of Your Own Home
Send attendees the recipe ahead of time and maybe even a gift card for groceries or a little swag, and have them tune in to follow along with real pro.
Put on a concert or a comedy show
Send a Bingo Card of Industry Terms to Attendees
Pre- and Post-Event Attendee Engagement
Unique Registrations for Attendee Types
Create a Hashtag for Your Virtual Conference
Send Swag to Attendees Who Register Early
Find Event Sponsors
Limit Access Based on Different Registration Levels
As you plan your next virtual conference, be ready to push past what you're used to doing and embrace new virtual technology to create your best event yet. Are you looking for virtual event ideas from other planners? Check out the full article
Questions for you:
- Are you planning to continue hosting virtual events in 2024? Why or why not?
- How do you plan to market and promote virtual events in 2024 to ensure maximum attendance and engagement?
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Megha Jetley
Manager
Cvent Marketing Department
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