Programme

This programme has been designed to appeal to anyone interested in delivering an e-conference (also referred to as a virtual conference).

Virtual events and their place in the conference market

Heather Lishman, Association Director, Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO)

o   Introduction:  The current conference landscape

o   Why you should consider a virtual conference

o   The benefits


Making the e-Conference technology work for you

Martin Nicholls, Managing Director, ESW Solutions Ltd.

o   Picking the right platform

o   Potential pitfalls

o   Features to consider


The Fitwise solution

Jenny Elliot, Head of Events, Fitwise Management Ltd.

o   Our background

o   Quick overview of the Fitwise e-Conference platform

o   Features




How to generate opportunities for sponsorship

Paul Harrison, Director of Sales, Fitwise Management Ltd.

o  What your sponsors are looking for

o  The main revenue generating opportunities

o  Types of sponsorship


How to maximise delegate attendance at your virtual event

Katie Hill, Head of Marketing, Fitwise Management Ltd.

o  Essential considerations when developing a virtual event marketing plan

o  A review of key areas to include:  planning, delegate pricing, the delegate registration pathway and content

o  How to adapt your way of thinking and embrace the potential marketing opportunities


Hybrid or Virtual?

Lauren Nagle, Senior Event Manager, Fitwise Management Ltd.

o  The difference between a hybrid and a virtual conference

o  Pros and cons for each model

o  Summary of points made


Overview of in-depth features

Martin Nicholls, Managing Director, ESW Solutions Ltd.

o   An overview of exciting features which you can include on the Fitwise E-Conference platform

o   How these features will help to enhance your virtual event and create a well-rounded experience for you and your delegates online

o   Including: CPD Assessments, Additional Media, Pay-per-View, Interactive Q&A polling sessions, Live Medical procedure broadcast etc.