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Turn your trade show or conference into "An Event!"
If you're an event planner, producer or sponsor of a conference, trade show, expo or event you intimately understand the challenges of creating a successful show in the eyes of all who participate. A successful show means participants are more likely to attend year after year.
EventMingle.com is a web based, event-based online social networking application designed to compliment your specific event. We partner with qualified event producers to create a unique online social networking presence for their specific event.
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EventMingle is the first full featured online social networking application designed from the ground up to allow people to Meet, Interact, Plan and Engage prior to arriving at the event. It was designed from several viewpoints:
- Attendees - They want to meet other attendees to compare notes on exhibitors and products and they would like to meet attendees who are attending the same technical sessions to discuss similar problems and issues relating to the topic. They would also like to meet exhibitors to learn more about their products and services while not wasting time in their booth hunting down the right person. They also want to know about events such as parties or activities being hosted by the exhibitor as well as any giveaway items the exhibitor plans to have at the event. Finally, they may also be interested in job openings available by companies attending the event.
- Exhibitors - It's simple, they want to connect with buyers and decision makers attending the conference. They want to brief editors and analysts about upcoming new products. They want to be able to manage their pre-event marketing using state of the art tools to get their booth invitations out. They want an easy way to make appointments with editors to do "booth demos". They want speakers attending the event to know who they are and why they're great. Finally, they want their booth busting out into the isle with qualified buyers so the entire trade show knows they are the top dog!
- Editors & Analysts - They want a powerful appointment scheduler and access to exhibitors and attendees so they can do their research. They want to be able to view discussion forums to see what people really think regarding a product announcement. They want to have a powerful searching tool that makes it easy for them to find people based on their title, products they use, location or session they attend. Simply put, they want access to people and they want it to be quick and easy!
- Speakers - They would love to be able to connect to the attendees before the event to find out why they're going to the event and make sure their speech is "on message" and relevant to what the attendees are interested in. They want to be able to participate in message forums, while keeping up with all of the latest press announcements that tend to be released before or during an event. Speakers want to be informed.
Yes, EventMingle does that and a heck of a lot more!
First and foremost, EventMingle helps you meet people. You do have something in common. You're going to pack your bags and travel to attend the same event. Why should you remain strangers? EventMingle allows you to meet people prior to the event. EventMingle even helps by making introductions based on the sessions you're attending or by living near each other.
Each time you log in, we'll show you a couple new faces and one click of a button will give you even more detail while keeping your true identity a secret until you decide to let them know more. You can even add your photo to help them recognize you when you arrive at the event.
Powerful Search Features!
In fact, EventMingle's key philosophy is to help people Meet, Interact, Plan and Engage prior to arriving at the actual event. Our search engine was designed to make finding people easy.
For example, say you want to meet someone who might be flying to the event from a specific city. Location Search will take care of that for you. Lets say you're going to the event to meet with a vendor about a specific product and you want to meet someone who uses that product. Exhibitor Interest Search will give you a list of all attendees insterested in a specific exhibitor. Ok, what if you signed up to attend a specific session at the conference and you want to see who else will be in that session. Use our Session Search for that! We didn't stop there, you can also find people based on Message Forum Topics, keywords in a Job Title, and based on their interest in a specific Exhibitor Giveaway Item or Treasure.
Built-in Email System eliminates virus issues and spam!
With EventMingle you don't have to worry about additional spam or email viruses either. That is because all email communication on EventMingle remains on EventMingle! You can configure EventMingle to send alerts to your external email account. For example, when you have mail waiting, so you don't have to login and check EventMingle constantly. Your mailbox on EventMingle is organized in three folders: messages from attendees, messages from exhibitors and appointment requests.
Don't miss any Exhibitor Press Announcements!
Exhibitors often make announcements right before or during events. Now their press releases get the attention they deserve. If the press release comes out prior to the event, everyone will have a chance to read and digest the news. If it comes out during the event they'll be able to access the news from their hotel rooms, laptops or PDAs. EventMingle will also have stations set-up during the actual event where people can access the information while the event is taking place. And with our powerful message forums you can actually discuss the contents of the press release with other attendees on EventMingle.
Messages Forums create a lively discussion area!
Events happen because a lot of people are interested in what the conference has to offer. EventMingle's Message Forums makes it extremely easy for people to participant in discussion groups based on many of these topics. Want to discuss an Exhibitor's product with other people who use the product? No problem on EventMingle! We cover all the hot topics from exhibitors, products and press releases, to even the planned parties! Nothing will get by you. Want to get some sightseeing ideas in the host city? We have a message forum that will help you find that or a great steak house! And when you read a message from someone and say "Wow, I'd like to meet them!", with just a click of a mouse you'll be introduced to them or you can send them an internal email. It's that simple. EventMingle helps you stay informed while helping you meet people. No other web application has the power of EventMingle.com.
The Great Treasure Hunt!
Exhibitors often have items they give to attendees to reward them for stopping by their booths. They can be the popular t-shirts to the stress balls with the exhibitor's logo on them. Some exhibitors have samples and demos they also would like to put in the hands of qualified decision makers. Exhibitors know attendees will visit several booths during a trade show and they want to leave a lasting impression on attendees so they remember their visit to their booth. EventMingle makes it possible for exhibitors to get the most bang for the buck when it comes to these treasured freebees. Attendees can read about these items and decide if they want to visit the exhibitor's booth. This is a win-win for attendees and exhibitors, everyone is happy.
Check out our Job Board for openings and resumes!
Trade Shows and Conferences are the perfect place to recruit new staff. Power exhibitors have known this for a long time by setting up a suite at the conference hotel staffed by their Director of Human Resources. It just seems logical that events should make it possible for companies with job openings to meet with job seekers. EventMingle once again makes this possible. Any company attending the event (either as an attendee or exhibitor) can post their job openings. Job Seekers can post an anonymous abbreviated resume that keeps the true identity of the job seeker hidden until they decide to grant interested companies access to their contact info.
It really is a great way to match up companies with job seekers. Think about it!
Your personal Day Planner is built right in!
Time Management is one of the biggest challenges when attending a trade show. You have exhibitors you want to see, sessions you need to attend and keynote speakers you want to see. Large shows can be daunting, reading the exhibitor guide, writing yourself notes, it can be a major headache! EventMingle simplifies the process. Once your conference registration is completed with the show organizer and you opt-in to join EventMingle, your name and confirmed sessions are added to your personal Day Planner on EventMingle. Then as you come across exhibitors or products you want to see you just click on the interested tab and that item is added to your to-do list. If you want to schedule a specific appointment with an exhibitor you simply click on the exhibitor and request an appointment. Once confirmed, the specific appointment is added to your Day Planner. Since you can attach notes to each of your to-do items you're able to manage even the largest events with ease. You can even keep track of the cool giveaway items exhibitors are planning to give away at the event so you don't forget! Finally, right before you leave for the event, or from your hotel room the night before, you can print out your Day Planner or have it sent to your email, cell phone or PDA. Time management and organization has never been this easy. There is simply nothing like EventMingle.com.
Powerful Tools for Exhibitors!
Exhibitors will be jumping for joy when they see all of the free tools available for them to support their trade show attendance. This is a major investment for them, therefore, they will appreciate the Show Producers decision to make EventMingle the official social networking application for the event. Exhibitors can opt-in to use EventMingle's free services which includes a detailed Exhibitor Description, Press Releases (with time delay), Giveaway items, Special Activities, Products, Job Openings and appointment manager for booth staff. Exhibitors have full control over the content and can update it as often as they like.
Pre-Event Marketing Tools for Exhibitors will drive people to their booths!
Exhibitors will be delighted with the powerful pre-event marketing tools available to exhibitors. Instead of using costly and highly inefficient printing, mailing and postage that can often cost up to $1.50 per attendee, exhibitors can reach attendees using EventMingle's internal email system for a nominal fee. And since it's all electronic, exhibitors can wait until days before the event to give attendees the latest information regarding what they plan to exhibit at the event! Exhibitors can prompt attendees to schedule appointments with staff performing booth duty if they so desire. In addition to marketing to attendees, exhibitors can also perform all of their pre-event Public Relations efforts to inform and schedule appointments with editors and industry analysts. We all know, positive, well placed editorial reviews can be a major boost for the exhibitor. EventMingle is a dream come true for your PR team.
Find things easily with our Vendor and Services Directory!
If you're traveling to a city to attend an event you often wonder if there is a local restaurant you should be trying. Or maybe you want to find a local bed and breakfast instead of high-rise hotel. EventMingle's Vendor Directory makes it easy for people to find the local products and services they need. Exhibitors can find local modeling agencies, sign makers or limo services.
For the first time, local companies have an easy and affordable way to get in front of everyone traveling to their city. It is the ultimate yellow pages.
COSTS AND BUSINESS MODEL.
EventMingle assumes 100% of the cost of running and moderating your EventMingle community. There is a small set-up fee to help defer our professional services and hardware costs to get your site up and running. Once your site is up, we generate income from advertising purchased on the site and other premium services (like positng on the Job Board). Fees are determined on an event by event basis and is completely customized by us, in partnership with you.
A portion of the revenue generated on the site is then shared back with you so it becomes an additional, on-going source of revenue for you. Your account manager can review our business model with you in much greater detail once we talk a little more about your event. In order to help us with our analysis, we'll need to know the following:
- Type of event (Conference, Tradeshow, Expo, Other).
- Number of expected attendees (number of badges you expect to print).
- Number of exhibiting companies.
- Location of the event. (City, State, Country)
- When is the event held? How long is the event?
- Cost for attendees. Average sq/foot price for exhibitors.
Once you've answered these questions, we'll be able to give you a better idea of how your custom EventMingle site will be setup for your show.
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