Conference Experiences People Can't Stop Talking About

Transform your conference from forgettable networking into connections so meaningful that attendees are already planning to return next year.

For: Conferences of 100-1000+ attendees

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People Come for Speakers, But Come Back for Connections

You want attendees talking about your conference for months. You want sponsors eager to return. You want people feeling FOMO about missing it.

But most conferences:

Treat networking as an afterthought (awkward cocktail hours)
Rely on business card exchanges that lead nowhere
Have forgettable "hallway track" moments
Fail to create the connections that drive return attendance
Leave sponsors with booth traffic but no real engagement

Content and speakers bring people the first time. Connections bring them back.

Design the Hallway Track as the Main Event

When the hallway track becomes as valuable as the keynotes, your conference transforms from educational to unforgettable.

What You Get:

Hallway Track as Core Experience

Not an afterthought—a designed, intentional part of your programming

Networking That Creates Real Relationships

Not just LinkedIn requests—actual professional connections

Attendees Leave With Actual Connections

Not just business cards—people they'll follow up with

Sponsors Get Meaningful Engagement

Not just booth traffic—real conversations and value

People Already Planning to Return Next Year

Not just satisfied—excited about what they'll miss

Designed Connection Moments

We create structured experiences that help strangers connect deeply and quickly. Some examples:

Rock, Paper, Scissor Tournament

Entire room playing together. Energy instantly high.

Small Group Connections

Rotating small groups sharing different aspects of themselves. Everyone leaves knowing new people meaningfully.

Open Space Sessions

Attendee-driven topics. Meaningful conversations. People discussing what actually matters to them.

Collective Art

Doodles that come together to form a fun and creative art piece made by and for the conference attendees.

Commitment Wall

Before leaving, attendees post one thing they're taking from the conference as an action moving forward. Shared energy and keeping the momentum moving.

And more: Every conference gets custom-designed experiences based on your attendee demographics, conference goals, and brand.

Conference Facilitation Services

Discovery & Design

Consultation to understand your conference goals
Attendee demographic analysis
Custom experience design
Sponsor engagement strategy

Planned Facilitation

Meaningful conversations that deepen conference value
Small group experiences that help attendees process

Designed Serendipitous Moments

Structured activities that create unexpected connections
Interactive networking experiences

Sponsor Engagement Experiences

Beyond booth visits—actual value for sponsors and attendees
Meaningful interactions that justify sponsorship investment

Closing Experiences

Commitment moments
Energy for what's ahead
Clear next steps, not just good vibes

Case Study: RailsConf

A glimpse into what designed connection moments can accomplish:

The Result:

50+ developers who were strangers
Within 20 minutes: laughing together, diving into deep conversations
Left with real connections and clear commitments for rest of conference

Common Questions

How far in advance do we need to book?

Ideally 3-6 months before your conference to allow time for custom design and coordination.

Can you work with our existing conference schedule?

Yes. We design experiences that integrate with your planned sessions and schedule.

What if our conference is virtual or hybrid?

Virtual and hybrid conference experiences available. The approach adapts to the format.

How do you measure success?

Post-conference surveys, return registration rates, sponsor satisfaction, and attendee feedback about connections made.

What size conferences do you work with?

100-1000+ attendees. The approach scales.

Make Your Conference Unforgettable

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