Event Tech & Partner Spotlights: The Tools and Places Shaping Better Events

by Edward Byers October 06, 2026

Meet the partners helping planners design smarter floor plans, reach bigger audiences, prove their expertise, and find the right host city.

Every great event is a stack of decisions: where to hold it, how to lay out the room, how to reach people who can't be there in person, and how to keep growing your own professional edge. Behind many of those decisions are partners who make the work easier. This spotlight rounds up a few worth knowing, and a few practical ways to put them to work.

Prismm: Floor Plans and Seating Without the Guesswork

If you've ever rearranged a ballroom layout for the fifth time in a week, you already know why event-diagramming tools matter. Prismm (formerly AllSeated) focuses on floor plans and seating, giving planners a visual way to map out a space before anyone sets a single chair.

Why it's worth a look:

Visual planning: See how a room will actually flow, from registration to stage to breakout areas.
Seating clarity: Work through table arrangements and attendee placement in one place instead of across scattered spreadsheets.
Easier alignment: A shared visual makes it simpler for venues, vendors, and your own team to agree on the plan.

A good diagram answers questions before they become day-of emergencies: Is there enough room for the buffet line? Where does the AV table go? Does the layout work for accessibility? Getting those answers on screen is far cheaper than discovering them on site.

Remo: Virtual and Hybrid Events That Actually Feel Like Events

Hybrid is no longer a novelty. Attendees expect options, and organizers want to extend the reach of a program beyond the room. Remo supports virtual and hybrid events, helping you bring remote participants into the experience rather than leaving them watching a stream on the sidelines.

How to Choose a Hybrid Event Platform

Whether you're considering Remo or comparing several options, use these questions to guide your decision:

What does engagement look like for remote attendees? Look for networking, discussion, and interaction features, not just broadcast capability.
How easy is it to join? Every extra login step costs you attendees. Test the experience from a first-time guest's point of view.
How well does it connect to the in-person event? The best hybrid events give both audiences a sense of shared experience.
What support do you get? Ask about onboarding, live event assistance, and technical help for speakers and exhibitors.
What data will you receive? Attendance, participation, and feedback metrics help you prove value to sponsors and stakeholders.
Does it fit your format? A small, discussion-driven workshop and a large multi-track conference need different things.

Before you commit, run a short pilot or demo with real content and real users. A platform that looks great in a sales walkthrough can feel very different with your speakers and your audience.

Credly: Show Off Your CMP® With Digital Badges

Earning a professional credential takes serious work. Credly helps you make that work visible through digital badges, verified credentials you can share online and keep current as your career develops.

For event professionals who hold the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP®) designation, a digital badge offers several practical benefits:

Instant credibility: A verified badge shows employers, clients, and colleagues that your credential is real, without them having to ask for proof.
Easy sharing: Add it to your LinkedIn profile, email signature, resume, or personal website.
Clear detail: Badges can communicate what the credential represents and what it took to earn it.
Portability: Your achievement stays with you, whatever job or role comes next.

Quick tip: Place your badge where people already look for your qualifications: your LinkedIn headline area, the signature on proposals, and the "About" page of your business site. A credential that nobody sees can't help you win the bid.

IAEE: The Community Behind the Industry

Technology is only part of the picture. IAEE brings together professionals across the exhibitions and events industry, offering education, networking, and a place to trade ideas with peers who face the same challenges you do. Whether you're new to the field or leading a large team, a strong professional community is one of the best investments you can make, and it pairs naturally with credentials like the CMP®.

Destination Spotlights: Where Will Your Next Event Land?

The right city can shape an event as much as the right software. Our destination partners bring local knowledge, venue connections, and planning support, and each offers a distinct personality.

Nashville

Known worldwide for its music heritage, Nashville brings built-in energy to an event. It's a natural fit for programs where evening entertainment, networking, and a memorable sense of place matter as much as the sessions. Think about opening receptions or off-site dinners that let attendees experience the city's character firsthand.

Boise

Boise offers a walkable, easygoing alternative with outdoor access close to downtown. It can suit groups that want a relaxed pace, room to connect, and a refreshing change from the usual convention-city circuit. Consider building in outdoor networking or wellness breaks that take advantage of the setting.

Coastal Mississippi

With its Gulf Coast setting, Coastal Mississippi combines waterfront atmosphere with a welcoming, hospitality-driven culture. It's worth exploring for retreats, incentive programs, and meetings that benefit from a break in routine and a strong sense of place.

Tip for planners: When you contact a destination bureau, share your goals and attendee profile up front, not just dates and headcount. Bureaus can often point you toward venues, hotel blocks, and local experiences you wouldn't find on your own, and they're a free resource.

Putting It All Together

Imagine a single event built with these partners in mind:

You choose a destination whose character matches your audience.
You map the venue and seating in advance with a visual planning tool.
You extend the program to remote attendees through a hybrid platform.
You and your team showcase your professional credentials to build trust.
You stay connected to an industry community for ideas and support.

None of these pieces works in isolation, but together they create events that run more smoothly and leave a stronger impression.

Explore Our Partners

Browse the full partner list on our site to learn more about each organization, and check back for upcoming spotlights on the tools, credentials, and destinations that can make your next event better.

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