039. How To Break The Stigma Around Hybrid Events with Rich Davies

Online Events Made Simple

Have you been wondering how to make the big pivot to virtual events? Are you a complete newbie when it comes to event technology and the virtual event world? As we speak with guest speakers and discuss our own experiences with the virtual and hybrid event industry, we will be going through the challenges you may face along the way and how to overcome these.

With the current situation, the rise and requirement for virtual and hybrid events are definitely on the rise - have you made the move yet? Listen to our live podcast every week on our Facebook page, or you can listen to the podcast version to find out how you can make your online events simple.

Rich Davies is a Senior Account Director at DRPG. His career started as a sound technician, then Live Experiential Producer before moving into a more strategic role, building a wealth of experience along the way. He's passionate about all things creative, communications, brilliant people experiences and new ways of working

Richard starts off by talking about his role at DRPG and the benefits of using a media agency. He discusses the challenges he has faced as a result of COVID and the importance of adapting and being positive throughout it. He moves onto recruitment during these times and how they positioned themselves as a company. Richard expresses his thoughts on hybrid events and the pros and cons around it and if we will return back to normal at a fast or slow pace.

DRPG (3:32) Benefits of using external resources (5:58) Challenges (10:01) How the company has positioned itself during COVID (14:25) Hybrid events (22:48) The return to post COVID events (26:52)

EVENTMIND is a market leader in the virtual meetings and events sector. EVENTMIND provides training, consultancy and delivery for businesses looking to engage virtually with their audience and community. You can give us an email on [e-mail] or alternatively call us on 0330 133 3485.

​EventMind does not endorse any particular virtual event platform or software. We review the platforms available on the market monthly (through a combination of client feedback, test events and demos). There’s no platform which is an ‘all in one’ or ‘all inclusive’ solution when it comes to virtual event platforms. Bear in mind, most virtual event platforms were originally live event apps or software. Covid19 accelerated many platforms to pivot into creating virtual event solutions. In the long run, this seems to be a smart move as hybrid events are likely to become standard (especially if you understand how to monetize hybrid events and maximise global audience reach).