4 Recently Launched Customizable Virtual Event Platforms Event Pros Should Know
October 21, 2020
In the continuing evolution of virtual and hybrid events, the role of digital technology used to host those events has continued to evolve as well. To help sort through some of the new technology designed to aid organizers as they plan their virtual and hybrid meetings, here are four recently launched virtual event platforms.
e-Attend Virtual Experience
Denver-based event services company Image Audiovisuals has added a virtual event platform to its e-Attend technology. The new e-Attend Virtual Experience links broadcast-quality production, recording and live streaming services with virtual-event technology.
The fully customizable platform was developed in-house and based on customer feedback and user groups. It includes features such as a virtual lobby, auditorium, meeting rooms, hospitality suites, networking lounge, expo lobby, exhibit hall and exhibitor booths. Also included are options for registration and e-commerce, sponsor impressions, personalized conference schedules with attendee push notifications, detailed analytics, API integrations and chat functions plus technical support before, during and after each event.
EZY Virtual Events
Representation Plus, a London-based public relations and marketing agency, has launched EZY Virtual Events. The platform was unveiled at a virtual networking event the company created for the Association of National Tourist Offices and Representatives that featured EZY’s virtual exhibitor stands, rooms for meetings and press conferences, BYO Cafe for casual chats, auditorium for speeches and help desk.
The new platform features customization that allows exhibitors, hosts and sponsors to supply their own branding and style. It also allows attendees to interact with multiple hosts, speakers or exhibitors, and encourages engagement through embedded quizzes and speed dating formats. A technical support team is available to answer questions whenever they arise and post-event analytics report on what audiences found interesting, where they visited and what they viewed and downloaded.
IACC MultiPOD Meetings
Merging in-person with virtual, the new IACC MultiPOD Meetings brings gatherings held at IACC-certified venues together. The launch of the program follows months of research by the association to develop a framework that would allow its member venues to stage geographically diverse meetings that are interconnected through technology platforms and collaborative venue solutions.
Partnering with PSAV and Electro-Media Design, IACC developed a specification document and venue pledge for the 400 IACC-certified venues in 25 countries wishing to host MultiPOD meetings. Venues then receive training and consultancy for both MultiPOD and hybrid meetings. Each venue also commits to having in place MultiPOD knowledgeable staff and the ability to collaborate with other venue, AV and production teams.
Rocket.Chat Virtual Conference Platform
An open-source communications hub already present on 700,000 servers in 150 countries, Rocket.Chat now provides a conference platform for event organizers seeking to facilitate interactions at their virtual conferences and trade shows. The platform allows organizers to customize the look and feel of their meetings, choose their users and securely manage their data.
Rocket.Chat can also provide a gradual migration from a physical venue to a virtual experience by working with the assets a planning team has already built and helping to migrate them into their virtual conference. The platform has already been used by organizations that include Cornell University, the Association of Computational Linguistics and the Linux Plumbers Conference.
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Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is renowned for its exceptional service and diverse venue options across Las Vegas, Detroit, Springfield, National Harbor, Biloxi, and Atlantic City, providing flexible spaces for meetings of any size. Beyond these offerings, MGM Resorts distinguishes itself through a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability, making it an ideal choice for your next meeting.
At the core of MGM Resorts' company values is its platform, "Focused on What Matters," dedicated to meeting customer needs while advancing socially responsible practices. This commitment is evident in several key areas:
Protecting Natural Resources
MGM Resorts is home to industry-leading recycling, renewable electricity and water conservation programs. Some highlights include a cogeneration power plant at ARIA, producing ultra-efficient electricity; one of America’s largest contiguous rooftop solar arrays atop the convention center at Mandalay Bay; and onsite wells that provide water for the celebrated Fountains of Bellagio, avoiding reliance on precious Colorado River water. These efforts and many more save on natural resources while boosting attendee satisfaction.
Committed to Community
Always striving to be good neighbors, MGM Resorts works to avoid food waste and combat food insecurity with the Feeding Forward program. In partnership with local food banks, they safely divert unserved food to food insecure members of the community. Since 2016, over 5 million meals have been provided, highlighting MGM Resorts' commitment to minimizing food waste and addressing community needs.
MGM Resorts supports clients in their responsible-meetings efforts, not only with efficient venues but also waste-reducing décor and signage; sustainable food and beverage options; and outreach to help planners communicate sustainability efforts to attendees. What’s more, they offer a Mindful Meetings series that puts attendee wellness first—through fitness and mindfulness activities, and in give-back events with local charity organizations.
Fostering Diversity & Inclusion
To MGM Resorts, a diverse and talented workforce is essential to success. By cultivating innovative strategies that consider multiple perspectives and viewpoints, the company creates an inclusive workplace culture that benefits its employees and community. MGM Resorts takes pride in being a welcoming home for veterans, individuals with disabilities, people from diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ community members, and more. This commitment to inclusion is reflected in the company's recruitment and hiring practices and its social responsibility initiatives. From the workplace to the community, MGM Resorts' commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion remains unwavering, and its efforts continue to create a more equitable and sustainable world for all.
MGM Resorts offers unparalleled service and venue options while standing out for its proactive approach to sustainability and community engagement. Choosing MGM Resorts for your next meeting means aligning with a company that values social responsibility, efficiency, and attendee satisfaction, ensuring a meaningful and impactful event experience.
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