For event nerds, some of the most important events we looked forward to were the yearly launch events by those big tech brands– Apple, Google, Microsoft… Alongside the products they present, these events showcase some of the latest innovations in event design and production. As…
This tweet by Paul Graham this week caught my attention and it made me think a lot about the changes the events industry has faced over the last 16 months. Event technology has fundamentally changed the relationship between event organizers and their participants, sponsors and attendees.…
There’s an interesting trend that’s clear when reading about and following the event industry’s reactions to the pandemic. Over the last year, there’s been an overwhelming narrative about the importance of “returning to physical”. I certainly understand it – our agency’s signature event has been…
In May, Zoom quietly announced their own All-in-one Event platform was coming. At the time of the announcement, at the cusp of summer, many event professionals were not thinking of online events. Instead, we were looking excitedly to moving towards the return of physical events,…
It’s been a wet and wild week for us here in North Rhine-Westphalia. The once-in-a-generation flooding that has taken place over the last days here and in our neighboring region, as well as the very real cost to human lives that has been felt, has…
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…
This week has marked the first full week of summer (in Europe) and also, with the increasing temperatures, also a raising of spirits. The change of the season has accompanied some real optimism in the events industry, that even a tepid response to Mobile World…
For the second year, PIRATEx partners with North Rhine-Westphalia’s Ministry of Economic Affairs, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy to produce the OUT OF THE BOX.NRW award. The OUT OF THE BOX.NRW award aims to identify and award those innovative and unique digital startups who think and…
I hope you’re having a great week! Here in Europe, we saw the return of the region’s first large scale tech conference (VivaTech) last week, and the enthusiasm continues to rise for hybrid events this fall. The outcomes of VivaTech shows the potential of a…
First of all, this has been a huge week for the events and experience economy world so this email is packed! And it has also been a huge week for us, producing our biggest virtual trade fair to date – here are the facts: 2…
It was around this time last year where we at PIRATE were getting ready to make a big decision. In March, we had postponed PIRATE Summit, our flagship event, to September. But the progress of the pandemic indicated that holding the event in person then…
Last year was anything but normal. The impact of the global pandemic was unlike anything we could have imagined. Each one of us has felt the effects in our own way. Going far beyond health – the social, cultural, and economic impact has fundamentally changed…
The announcement on February 12, 2020 sent shockwaves through the event industry. It was of course, the notice that Mobile World Congress, the world’s flagship tradeshow event for mobile handsets and telecommunications would be cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The move was considerable, as…
Picture this: you’ve planned your event, booked the headliners, and set the stage. The registrations have been flying in, and the media has covered your event with anticipation. Each of your checkpoints are hitting flawlessly, your tech checks have all passed with no issue. The…
Is it what you’ve been waiting for? Zoom just announced “Zoom Events” – a brand new product to offer event organizers of all sizes an end to end solution for unique online experiences. The platform will launch this summer and aims to combine the reliability…
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