Going Virtual: 4 Things to Consider Before Hosting a Virtual Event or Conference

Virtual events are all the rage right now, for obvious reasons, with a lot of great discussion and content. Below is our short list of things to think about when considering hosting a virtual event. 

1. Does the topic you’re covering easily translate to an online communication forum?

2. Can you provide a seamless experience? Bandwidth and connectivity for you, your guests, and your attendees is critical to keep in mind.

3. What technology platform best suits the virtual experience you intend to present? 

• Do you want it to be a 1:many experience in which only the speaker(s) are viewable? Or do you want the speakers and the attendees to be able to see and interact with each other (this is best for a small event, for obvious reasons)? 

4. What other functionality will you need? 

• Screen sharing.
• Dynamic polling questions.
• Networking opportunities.
• Sponsorship opportunities.

We believe it is really important for folks to think outside the box. In order to create a dynamic experience and captivate your audience (keeping in mind there are MANY distractions for us all as we work from home) - allowing for some creative license is imperative for the event to keep folks engaged. 

The biggest benefit to virtual events is that ANYONE can attend. As long as they have a device and the internet, your attendee list can grow exponentially (something that could be of paramount interest to potential sponsors). Because of this, we intend to encourage our clients to offer a virtual experience long after our shelter in place has been lifted. 

Want to discuss our virtual event services in further detail? Visit Clandestine Events + Experiences or email [email protected] and we will reach out directly to learn more about your needs.

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