After two years of online events and using event platforms, virtual event attendees have become increasingly familiar with virtual event platforms and their functionalities. For organizers, selecting the right event platform for your virtual event is one of the most important decisions of your event…
With more than 360+ solutions, our Eventtech Directory is filled with tons of platforms and tools that can help you produce a great online event. Everything is organized in 17 different categories to help you find the perfect software for the discerning event organizer, whether…
[APRIL UPDATE] What a spring it’s been! Time flies when you’re having fun… or collecting new eventtech platforms! At the end of February, PIRATEx launched the 2021 Eventtech Landscape for Online Event Experiences, a comprehensive overview of technology platforms for event organizers. The 212 tools…
Since the launch of the Eventtech Landscape, PIRATEx has continued collecting new platforms and event tools in our Eventtech Directory. In our research, we’ve found that 3D Virtual Events Platforms have begun to make up a growing proportion of online event platforms. This field of event…
Since the release of the Eventtech Directory, many new platforms have been brought to our attention by the event community. We’ve had a closer look at some of the new suggestions! You might find a virtual event platform here that’s the right fit for your…
Last week, we launched the 2021 Eventtech Landscape project. We brought together 212 different tools for online event professionals, and we’ve been so excited by the reaction. The reception from the #eventprof community has been incredible, and it’s so great to see so much positivity…
March 23, 2021 Platform Directory Updates Added: Ticketareo, All In One Platform Qonda, TBD – other Plan A.Earth, TBD – other Pretix, Ticketing Butter, Video Conferencing Your Stand Builder, Other CueNECT by CueConcept, 3D Virtual environments EvenTwo, All In One Platform Fairsnext, All In One…
[Last Update: April 15th, 2021] When the event industry was forced online in 2020, software developers got busy. The pandemic created a new market of opportunity for event technology, spurring the creation of a dizzying array of software products for an industry that had to…
PIRATEx Deep Dive with Iraklis Alexopoulos, co-founder of Balloon Once upon a time, far before anyone had heard of COVID-19, Iraklis Alexopoulos and Ray Dargham were working in the robotics space, investigating prospective startup ideas. The two longtime friends and collaborators had been embedded deeply…
In order to build better and more successful businesses, we need to view humans as a whole. You have it in your own hands – how can we evolve as human beings?
Topic Track curated by: Michelle Ruby, Founder of RubixPotential
ClimateTech Spotlight
This year we will offer a stage to a variety of startups and companies that are actively tackling one of our time’s biggest issues: climate change! This is not simply a pitch but a chance for ClimateTech Companies to show what they do and get the support and exposure they need and deserve!
More on how to apply for this soon.
The Future of Events
Humans thrive on connection, but the industry has changed. How should people come together for the next generation of events?
Topic Track curated by: Ben Costantini, Event Expert and Founder of Startup Sesame
DeepTech
Not relying on existing technologies, but instead constantly challenging the status quo and causing industry disruption. From artificial intelligence to robotics, blockchain, quantum computing, and beyond.
Topic Track curated by: Sonya Barlow, Founder at Like Minded Females
Sustainability & Cleantech
A wave of innovations in service of helping the climate. How to let it become a Tsunami.
Topic Track curated by: Lubomila Jordanova, Co-Founder of PlanA & Greentech Alliance
OOTB Award Night
OUT OF THE BOX.NRW is a competition honoring North Rhine-Westphalia’s digital startup scene. It’s an award that shows how tech ideas can be so convincing and thrilling that the community wants to see their favorite startups in the final pitch for a total of 50,000 euros in prize money on September 1st.
The Home of PIRATE
A local deep dive into the NRW Startup Ecosystem. Success stories to share, developments to discuss, and how to raise its global impact.
Topic Track curated by: Thomas Riedel, Tech Expert and Journalist
Logistics & SCM
What innovations are driving logistics and supply chain? How to use it to exchange, grow and innovate.
How to get the most out of your product with the least effort? Building products without coders? Hands-on product development, how to set the course, raise the sail, and let it take off.
Topic Track curated by: Sebastian Deutsch, Head of Nerds and Founder of 9elements
#RaiseYourGrowth
Social and marketing activities are crucial to building your personal brand and the community that surrounds it. Practical tips about tools and strategies to boost your performance.
Topic Track curated by: David Arnoux, Co-Founder of Growth Tribe
#RaiseYourFunds
It’s not only about cash – it’s about how to find and attract the right people. What opportunities are there and what’s the best approach for your business to raise financially.
How to build a great company and a resilient culture you can rely on when the storm comes up. Organizational hacks in terms of structure, hiring, communication well as motivation, and employee happiness are the core of this section.
Topic Track curated by: Manuel Koelman, Co-Founder of PIRATE.global