A virtual conference is an online gathering that uses virtual platforms to host keynote addresses, seminars, exhibit booths, and networking opportunities. An online gathering that uses video conferencing and collaboration tools in place of in-person participation is known as a virtual conference.
Components of a virtual conference are given below.
- Presentations, conversations, and discussions from speakers and subject matter experts live streamed and recorded.
- Sponsor booths, downloadable information, and people available for live chats or video conversations are all features of virtual exposition halls.
- Networking possibilities via video conferences or text and video chat rooms.
- To engage distant attendees, interactive features including surveys, polls, and Q&A sessions.
- On-demand conference materials and resources available via the virtual event platform.
- Options for virtual conference attendees to make group or private video calls.
- Metrics and analytics for organizers about attendance, engagement, and other aspects of the virtual event.
Increased accessibility for individuals unable to go, financial savings, and the capacity to scale events to larger audiences are some advantages of virtual conferences. The goal of virtual conferences is to use technology to create an immersive conference experience without the need for in-person presence.
