Technology Events & Meetups with Ncounter
Specialised Technology Meetups: bringing brand awareness and industry engagement to your front door... Ncounter’s technology meetups foster knowledge sharing and networking within the community. With over a decade’s experience facilitating some of the UK’s most successful technology meetups, Ncounter’s events team can help you create a memorable event!
Here's a clear guide as to how we can make this happen together:
Event Conceptualisation
- Establishing clear objectives for the meetup (marketing goals, peer networking opportunities, knowledge sharing).
- Selecting themes that resonate with the target industries (historically, we’ve had cybersecurity challenges in Fintech, data analytics trends in Retail, JavaScript innovations in the Travel industry).
- Crafting a compelling event narrative to engage potential attendees.
Venue and Logistics
- Choosing the right venue to match the meetup's tone and audience size.
- An opportunity to showcase your lovely offices?
- Ncounter will consider accessibility and convenience for attendees.
- Arrange security and manage technology requirements (audio/visual equipment, Wi-Fi, charging stations).
- We can plan for and sponsor catering and refreshments that suit the event's style.
Content Curation and Speaker Selection
- Identifying and inviting industry experts and thought leaders as speakers.
- For larger events, we can curate a diverse range of sessions (keynotes, panels, workshops) to cater for different learning styles.
- Incorporating interactive elements: Q&A sessions, live demos, hackathons to maximise engagement.
Marketing and Promotion
- Developing a multi-channel marketing strategy (social media, email campaigns, industry forums).
- Leveraging partnerships and sponsorships for wider reach.
- Creating engaging promotional materials (event website, brochures, videos).
Registration and Attendee Management
- Setting up an efficient registration process (online ticketing platforms, early bird discounts).
- Managing attendee data for personalised communication and follow-ups.
- Providing clear information on the agenda, speakers, and logistics.
On-the-Day Coordination
- Ensuring a smooth check-in process and a welcoming environment.
- Coordinating with speakers, vendors, and venue staff to maintain the event schedule.
- Handling any unforeseen issues with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Networking and Engagement Opportunities
- Facilitating networking through structured activities (speed networking, meet-the-speaker sessions).
- Encouraging engagement through social media hashtags, live-tweeting, and event apps.
- Providing spaces for informal interactions (lounges, breakout areas).
Post-Event Follow-Up
- Gathering feedback through surveys and informal conversations.
- Sharing event highlights, recordings and resources with attendees.
- Maintaining the momentum with post-event networking opportunities and content sharing.
Measuring Success
- Evaluating the meetup's success against initial objectives. We will be driven by initial expectations and goals.
- Analysing feedback and attendance data to measure ROI.
- Identifying areas for improvement and strategies for future events.
Please get in touch to find out more!
Contact the events team on events@ncounter.co.uk or call 0203 479 4931