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If we’re being honest, most event networking still misses the mark.
Attendees show up hoping to meet the right people, but what they get is a static directory, a basic chat, or a rushed breakout room that doesn’t deliver. And for event organizers? Measuring whether connections actually happened (or mattered) is nearly impossible.
InEvent changes that.
We built our networking system to reflect real attendee behavior — what they register for, what sessions they engage with, who they interact with, and how they move through the event. Then we use that to help them connect with people they’ll actually want to meet.
Whether your event is in-person, virtual, or hybrid, you get one platform that does it all:
Tap-to-network with badges
AI-powered meetups
Post-event connection data that feeds into your CRM
Every connection made is tracked, reportable, and valuable, not just for attendees, but for your sales, marketing, and sponsor teams too.
If you’re tired of surface-level networking that doesn’t stick, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to settle.
Networking event software is built to do one thing really well: help people make meaningful connections at events, without the awkwardness, the guesswork, or the spam.
It should be more than just a list of people with job titles. The right software actively helps attendees meet the right people at the right time. It learns from what they care about, what they attend, who they interact with, and how they engage, then uses that data to create smarter, more valuable networking opportunities.
But the reality is: most platforms still fall short.
You’ll see “networking” listed as a feature, but it often boils down to:
A static directory of names with no context
AI that recommends people based on job titles alone
Public chats that get noisy or go completely silent
Icebreaker rooms where no one wants to be the first to speak
And the data? You get none. No way to tell who connected, who followed up, or what connections turned into partnerships or deals.
Yet networking remains the #1 reason people attend events — especially in-person ones. They want face time, real conversations, and new opportunities. That makes it your most valuable feature… but also the easiest to overlook in your planning.
That’s where dedicated networking software comes in. It doesn’t replace your event — it amplifies it.
The best solutions work across formats (in-person, virtual, hybrid), connect to your CRM, and make it ridiculously easy for attendees to opt in, match, meet, and stay connected.
And when it’s done right, you’ll not only boost engagement — you’ll leave your attendees thinking, “That was actually worth it.”If you’re still relying on “send a connection request” as your networking feature, you’re missing the mark. Real networking doesn’t happen by accident; it’s designed. And InEvent is built to make it frictionless, meaningful, and measurable. Here’s how it plays out across event formats:
Forget static attendee lists. InEvent uses real-time behavioral signals — like session participation, content clicks, and shared tags — to suggest connections that actually make sense.
An attendee checks into a panel on sustainable logistics? They’ll see others who attended and opted in to network. Someone bookmarks your keynote on fintech disruption? That’s a cue to connect with others in the same vertical.
What you get:
Smart recommendations powered by intent, not guesswork
Tag-based and behavior-driven matchmaking
Custom matchmaking rules by event type or audience
Networking shouldn’t require opening an app or fumbling with QR codes. InEvent’s NFC Smart Badges let attendees connect with a tap. It’s fast, intuitive, and secure.
At a recent trade show, 82% of attendees made at least one new connection using tap-to-network — no manual scans, no awkward tech moments.
What you get:
NFC badge-to-badge contact exchange
Offline-friendly tap-to-connect
Consent-based info sharing
For virtual or hybrid events, InEvent’s scheduler makes setting up 1:1s simple. Attendees can request or accept meetings based on interest tags, company type, or shared sessions. Organizers can even auto-match attendees and assign virtual rooms.
What you get:
Integrated 1:1 and small group scheduling
Smart filters to prioritize valuable meetings
Auto-room assignment for efficient networking
With InEvent, networking isn’t a black box. You’ll know what connections were made, how, and where — whether in-person via badge taps or virtually through scheduler data.
This means sponsors can see real lead paths. Event marketers can prove networking ROI. And sales teams can follow up based on actual engagement.
What you get:
Exportable connection data
Full audit trail for each interaction
Build momentum fast. InEvent includes live networking features like speed networking rounds, in-session icebreakers, and opt-in Q&A games that surface shared interests on the fly.
Organizers can run lightning rounds where attendees are matched every 3 minutes — or launch a poll that triggers connections based on answers.
What you get:
Icebreaker formats for different event types
Admin-curated matchmaking events
Not everyone wants to be contacted — and that’s okay. InEvent puts control in the attendee’s hands. All networking features are opt-in. No one gets spammed just for showing up.
What you get:
Fully permissioned contact sharing
Privacy-first logic that respects attendees
What someone wants on Day 1 might change by Day 3. InEvent’s attendee profiles update automatically based on behavior: sessions attended, booths visited, messages sent. That way, matches stay relevant all event long.
What you get:
Dynamic attendee profiles
Real-time interest updates
Accurate, evolving matchmaking
With InEvent, networking is more than a feature. It’s an experience — one that finally delivers on the promise of your badge, your booth, and your branded coffee chat. And it’s all trackable, actionable, and designed to scale.
Most event platforms claim to offer “networking,” but what they actually provide is a chat box, a directory, or a QR gimmick. And if you’ve ever planned or attended an event, you already know — that’s not enough anymore.
Chat features are passive. They rely on people being bold enough to message strangers, and most attendees won’t. Chats either stay quiet… or turn noisy fast.
Forums and directories are overwhelming. Thousands of profiles. No way to know who matters. No signal. Just noise. Attendees give up.
QR swaps are unreliable. They depend on lighting, Wi-Fi, camera quality, and attendee patience. At scale, they break.
So event teams started asking for something better — not just “chat,” but networking that is meaningful, scalable, and measurable.
They want networking that:
Connects the right people, not random people
Feels natural and easy for attendees
Works in-person, virtual, and hybrid
Produces real data leadership and sponsors can trust
That’s why many teams are moving away from “chat-only” networking tools. They want software that actually builds relationships, not features that simply tick a box.
This is where AI + real-time event behavior completely changes the game. When networking is powered by actual interests, session engagement, intent signals, and attendee choice, you stop guessing. You start delivering real value.
And instead of attendees saying, “I didn’t meet anyone useful,” you start hearing, “This is the first event where networking actually worked.”
When networking is reduced to chat, the cost shows up quietly. Sponsors struggle to justify spend because there is no credible record of who met whom, for how long, or why the interaction mattered. Sales teams receive flat contact lists with no context, so follow-up stalls and event leads lose priority. Attendees sense this too. When networking feels random or awkward, they disengage, skip features, and arrive at the next event with lower expectations.
Over time, organizers compensate with gimmicks. More channels, louder prompts, forced icebreakers. The experience gets noisier, not better. Without intent signals, behavior data, or consented connections, networking becomes performative instead of productive. Leadership notices. Events stop being viewed as growth engines and start being treated as brand moments with fuzzy outcomes.
Purpose-built networking changes that trajectory. When connections are designed around interests and behavior, participation rises naturally. When meetings and badge taps are tracked, sponsors see value they can renew against. When context flows into CRM, sales follows up with relevance and speed. And when attendees control visibility and opt in, trust increases, not fatigue.
The difference is not more activity. It is signal. Moving beyond chat-only networking is how events graduate from experiments to drivers.
If networking is one of the biggest reasons people attend events, then your networking platform shouldn’t feel like an afterthought. InEvent is built to make networking a real advantage for your event — not just a feature people glance at once and ignore.
Here’s what makes it stand out.
Many networking solutions are strong in one format and weak in others. InEvent is built to perform everywhere:
In-person events with physical movement and spontaneous interaction
Virtual events where structure and discovery matter
Hybrid events where both worlds must work together smoothly
No separate systems. No juggling tools. Just one experience.
For onsite experiences, InEvent brings networking into the real world with tap-to-connect smart badges and NFC wearables. Attendees simply tap to exchange details — no phones, QR codes, or friction.
It works offline too, so poor Wi-Fi never kills the moment.
Every event is different. Investors shouldn’t be matched with students. Buyers shouldn’t meet exhibitors at random. InEvent lets organizers define matchmaking logic based on:
Interest tags
Session behavior
Job function
Company type
Custom criteria
Pair that with AI intelligence, and you get matches that actually make sense.
Networking is valuable when it can be measured. InEvent tracks:
Who connects
Where connections happen
Which networking features perform best
How many meetings were created and completed
Then it pushes that data to Salesforce, HubSpot, and other CRMs. Your marketing and sales teams finally see networking value in real business terms.
Many platforms force you to bolt on separate networking tools. That adds cost, complexity, risk, and inconsistent UX.
InEvent has networking built-in. One platform. One workflow. One source of truth.
Because InEvent networking is part of the broader platform, it benefits from everything else InEvent already does well:
Registration data fuels matchmaking
Session engagement fuels recommendations
Mobile app supports discovery and meetings
Analytics dashboard proves ROI
Everything works together, seamlessly.
If networking is a key promise of your event, InEvent helps you deliver it, confidently, consistently, and at scale.
Networking doesn’t look the same across every event. That’s why InEvent gives you the flexibility to tailor how connections happen — whether you’re running a high-volume trade show or an internal all-hands. Here’s how it fits different formats:
1. Trade Shows
Exhibitors want foot traffic. Sponsors want qualified leads. Attendees want quick, useful connections. With InEvent, you can:
Use tap-to-connect Smart Badges so no one fumbles with QR codes
Enable booth staff to scan and tag high-quality leads
Feed everything directly into sponsor dashboards so ROI is crystal clear
2. Corporate Town Halls
Town halls often feel one-sided. Networking tools change that.
Match employees from different departments
Enable breakout chats post-presentation
3. Conferences
Attendees come to conferences to learn and to meet people who care about the same things. InEvent lets you:
Match attendees to topic-based roundtables
Create auto-grouped discussion rooms after sessions
4. Association Events
For member-based events, connection is the product.
Use member tags and chapters for smart matching
Set up chapter-based mixers or mentor-mentee pairings
Give members an easy way to opt into follow-up calls or interest groups
5. Experiential Events
Networking doesn’t always happen in a ballroom. InEvent works for festivals, brand activations, and creative formats too:
Pair networking with interactive challenges
Use NFC wearables for instant connections in the moment
Let attendees collect moments and connections — like souvenirs
Whatever type of event you run, networking should never be one-size-fits-all. InEvent gives you the tools to shape it into something that works for your audience, your format, and your goals.
If you’re promising better networking, you need to back it up with numbers.
InEvent doesn’t just enable connections — it tracks, analyzes, and reports on them in a way that your leadership and sponsors will respect.
Here’s what you get:
1. Number of Connections Made
How many people actually connected? Who tapped badges? Who booked meetings? You’ll get raw numbers and breakdowns by session, room, or time of day.
2. Meeting Durations
Not every meeting counts. InEvent tracks how long 1:1s and group discussions last. This helps you measure real engagement — not just intent.
3. Influence on Pipeline (CRM Sync)
Leads don’t sit in a spreadsheet. With integrations for Salesforce, HubSpot, Marketo, and Dynamics 365, you can:
Push hot leads directly into your CRM
Tag them by session or activity
Track if those networking interactions move to pipeline
4. Engagement Patterns by Segment
Want to know how VPs from retail companies interacted? Or whether new members networked more than returning ones?
InEvent lets you segment interaction data by:
Company size or industry
Job title
Geography
5. Exportable Reports for ROI
Need to show a sponsor how many booth visitors they had and how many leads they scanned? Need to send your boss a clean summary of networking outcomes?
It’s all exportable — charts, dashboards, CSVs. Clean, branded, and ready to share.
With InEvent, you don’t just say, “Networking was great.” You prove it. And that proof turns into pipeline, renewals, and next-year growth.
Networking should never feel like a free-for-all.
At too many events, attendees get tossed into a giant contact pool without context or consent. They get unsolicited messages. They’re auto-matched with people they have nothing in common with. Or worse — they leave feeling like their data was used, not respected.
InEvent takes a different approach.
We believe trust is the foundation of real connection. That’s why our networking tools are built with opt-in consent, GDPR-ready data governance, and custom visibility controls for every attendee.
Here’s how it works:
1. Attendees Control Their Visibility
Not everyone wants to network the same way. With InEvent, every attendee can:
Opt in or out of networking altogether
Decide if they want to appear in match suggestions
Hide or show their full profile (job title, company, bio)
Choose who can request meetings or send messages
This puts the power exactly where it belongs in their hands.
2. Event Teams Control the Rules
As an organizer, you set the tone. InEvent lets you configure:
Custom matchmaking rules based on tags, interests, and session selections
Networking windows (e.g., only after Day 1 keynote)
Contact sharing settings so attendees don’t get spammed post-event
This ensures networking stays aligned with your goals and your attendees' comfort zones.
3. Everything Is Consent-Based by Default
If someone connects via Smart Badge, books a 1:1, or joins a matchroom, that action is logged with full consent.
No bulk contact dumps
No scraped attendee lists
No surprise emails weeks later from someone they never met
Every connection is traceable and opted into, creating a safer, more respectful environment.
4. GDPR & Global Compliance? Covered.
InEvent was built for global events. That means privacy isn’t an afterthought.
Fully GDPR-compliant
Data encrypted in transit and at rest
Role-based access controls for your team
Clear attendee consent logs
Need help reviewing your settings for compliance? Our team is happy to walk through it with your legal or IT teams.
5. Works for Regulated Industries and Internal Events Too
Whether you’re running an internal town hall for a financial firm or an external expo with government partners, you can fine-tune privacy to your level of risk tolerance.
Disable external visibility
Limit connections to verified profiles only
Add SSO-based access and ID validation
Bottom line: Networking is only valuable if it feels safe, intentional, and controlled. With InEvent, you can finally offer that — at scale.
Switching platforms shouldn’t feel like starting over. Especially when it comes to something as nuanced as networking.
That’s why InEvent gives you more than just software, you get a support team that actually understands event logistics, attendee behavior, and sponsor expectations. Whether you're moving from a basic event tool or setting up networking for the first time, we’ve got you.
1. Start with Templates, Not a Blank Canvas. We offer ready-made templates for:
In-person networking flows (with Smart Badges)
Virtual speed networking sessions
Hybrid attendee matchmaking
Sponsor-to-attendee lead paths
These aren’t theoretical frameworks; they’re modeled after real events that delivered measurable ROI. You can tweak them, or we’ll customize one with you.
2. Dedicated Onboarding from People Who Get Events
You’ll have a dedicated onboarding specialist who helps you:
Configure matchmaking rules (AI or manual)
Set visibility defaults and opt-in flows
Integrate registration tags for smarter pairing
Set up contact-sharing policies that meet compliance standards
They’ll also walk you through attendee communications, so expectations are clear before Day 1.
3. Live Support — Onsite or Virtual
If your event is in person, we’ll help your team set up Smart Badge networking areas and test every tap-to-connect point.
Virtual? We’ll walk through matchroom scheduling, icebreaker prompts, and session transitions.
Need help during the event? Our global support team is available in real time, with in-app chat, emergency numbers, and access to event specialists.
4. No Guesswork, No DIY Setups
You’re not just buying software — you’re partnering with a team that’s helped brands like Sony, PwC, and CEMEX deliver seamless networking experiences.
Let’s get yours up and running the right way.
You’ve done the hard work; booking speakers, planning logistics, driving registrations. But when it comes to networking, too many events still fall flat. Attendees scroll, skim, or skip entirely. Chat-only tools aren’t enough. Directories collect digital dust. The “matchmaking app” no one opens? Forgotten.
Let’s change that.
InEvent turns networking from a gamble into a system — one that’s intentional, measurable, and aligned with how people actually want to connect. Whether it’s smart badge taps at a trade show, auto-matched meetings in a virtual room, or AI-based introductions at a leadership summit, you’re giving attendees something real: relevance.
More conversations that matter. Less noise. Real data that ties engagement to pipeline, not just emojis.
We don’t believe in generic experiences. We believe in context-driven, high-impact connections that move business forward.
So if you’re ready to stop crossing your fingers and start building events where people actually meet, you’re in the right place.
Let’s build the most connected event of your year.
1. Can I use this for hybrid events?
Yes. InEvent’s networking engine works seamlessly across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats. You can enable tap-to-connect with NFC Smart Badges onsite, while offering match-based networking rooms and 1:1 meeting scheduling online. It’s one platform for all formats — no feature gaps.
2. Does it replace Brella / Grip / Swapcard?
Yes, and in most cases, it does more. InEvent replaces the need for third-party matchmaking platforms by offering native networking — fully integrated with your registration, mobile app, check-in, and analytics. No add-ons or extra licenses needed.
3. How customizable is matchmaking?
Very. You can configure matchmaking rules based on:
Job titles or seniority
Interests selected at registration
Company or industry tags
Session attendance
Engagement behavior (polls, Q&A, etc.)
You can also combine AI-powered suggestions with manual approvals. Attendees maintain full control of who they connect with.
4. Does it support tap-to-connect?
Yes. InEvent supports NFC-enabled Smart Badges for secure, tap-to-connect networking. Attendees can simply tap their badge to another to exchange contact info (with consent). All connections are logged and available in their profile post-event.
5. Can sponsors use it too?
Absolutely. Sponsors and exhibitors can:
Tap-to-scan attendees at booths
Schedule 1:1 meetings
See lead engagement reports
Export contact lists (when consented)
Sync hot leads directly into CRM
You can even create sponsor-specific networking areas with branded touchpoints.
What if attendees don’t want to network? No problem. Networking is opt-in by design. Attendees can:
Hide their profile from discovery
Disable contact sharing
Limit who can request meetings
Adjust visibility anytime from their event profile
You control the framework — they control the experience.
