Let’s dive into the differences between internal and external hybrid events, and some of the most common examples of each.

Internal Hybrid Events

Internal events, as the name suggests, are held to benefit your company’s internal stakeholders, from employees to management. For many companies it is difficult if not impossible to gather all your internal stakeholders in the same room for a meeting. This is where hybrid events come into play. Pick a venue for your event, like your company’s headquarters, and then live stream the meeting to the rest of your company, so that everyone can take part. Internal Hybrid Events are a great way to create an inclusive experience while maximizing your return on investment.

Some examples of common internal hybrid events:

• Global town hall meetings

• Sales kickoffs

• Larger team gatherings

• Company spirit weeks

External Hybrid Events

By contrast, External Hybrid Events events are programs that are targeted towards customers, prospects, clients and so on. Transitioning your live external event to a hybrid setting can help attract more attendees and reduce your carbon footprint per interaction. It also opens your event up to people who may not be able to or couldn’t invest the time to physically attend. This can be a great opportunity for sales and brand awareness.

Some examples of common external hybrid events:

• Trade shows

• Product launches

• User conferences

To learn more about hybrid events, contact the Huddle Team below to start planning your hybrid event!