In-person events are events where all attendees are at the same venue. There are many things to consider before choosing to host an in-person event.

 

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Target group:

  • Is the target group able and willing to travel?
  • How big a target group will be invited?

Goal of event:

  • What is the goal of your event?

Example of event goals compatible with in-person event formats:

  • Creating connections between practice enterprises.
  • Train soft skills.
  • Increase community engagement.
  • Spread awareness of the practice enterprise concept.
  • Venue size
  • Logistics
  • Accessibility
  • Digital equipment needed
  • Many competitions can be part of the event and the lead up to the event.
  • Trade fair – practices presentation, negotiation, and networking skills.
  • Workshops and Seminars.
  • Global enterprise challenge – chance to network, practice collaboration, language, communication and problem-solving.
    • Microphone(s).
    • Support/moderator for online attendees.
    • Venue fitting your purpose and number of attendees.
    • Good internet connection.
    • Video equipment strategically placed to not interfere with in-person experience, but still placed to give online attendees a good experience.

When arranging any form of event, it is important to consider how you can involve others both in your own organization and outside. Various things stakeholders and other parts of your organization might be able to help with:

  • Advertising and communication.
  • Judging competitions.
  • Providing feedback to attendees.
  • Key-note speaker.
  • Event sponsors.
  • Setting up the event space.
  • Registering and guiding attendees.