The EventOn Speakers & Schedule Add-on is an extension for the EventOn plugin for WordPress, which is used for creating and managing events on your website. This add-on specifically focuses on enhancing the functionality of your event listings by allowing you to easily manage and display speaker information and event schedules for each event.
Here’s a breakdown of the key features of the EventOn Speakers & Schedule Add-on:
Key Features of EventOn Speakers & Schedule Add-on:
- Manage Speakers:
- You can add detailed profiles for each speaker participating in your event. This includes adding their name, biography, photo, social media links, and more. This feature is great for conferences, webinars, and other events where you want to showcase your speakers.
- You can display a list of speakers on the event page and link each speaker to their specific schedule, making it easy for attendees to learn more about the people behind the event.
- Create Event Schedules:
- You can add specific schedules for each event, session, or presentation. This allows you to break down your event into smaller segments, such as different sessions or workshops, with their own timing and details.
- Each schedule can have its own title, description, and time slot, which is helpful for multi-day or multi-session events.
- Display Speaker Information on Event Pages:
- The add-on allows you to display the list of speakers or specific speaker details directly on the event page. This can help provide more context to your attendees and encourage engagement by highlighting notable speakers.
- Interactive Speaker Profiles:
- Speaker profiles can be made interactive with clickable links, photos, and social media accounts, allowing users to learn more about the speakers and their background.
- Customizable Layout:
- The display of speakers and schedule information can be styled to match your event's branding. You can customize how the speakers and schedule are displayed on the front end, whether in a list, grid, or another layout.
- Time Zone Support:
- For global events, you can add session times in different time zones, ensuring that attendees from all regions know when to join the event based on their local time.
- Multi-Day Event Support:
- If your event spans multiple days, you can easily schedule speakers and sessions for each day, giving your attendees a clear and easy-to-follow agenda.
- Integration with EventOn:
- As an add-on for the EventOn plugin, the Speakers & Schedule Add-on integrates seamlessly with the EventOn event management system. All speaker and schedule information is managed within the EventOn platform, ensuring smooth workflow and ease of use.
- Event Customization:
- For each event, you can attach multiple speakers and sessions, and the schedules can be customized for different types of events (conferences, webinars, workshops, etc.).
- Display Speaker & Session Info on Event Calendar:
- For events with multiple sessions, the speakers and schedule details are also shown on the EventOn calendar, providing attendees with an overview of the sessions they might be interested in.
Ideal Use Cases:
- Conferences & Trade Shows: Displaying speaker schedules and biographies for large events with multiple sessions and guest speakers.
- Workshops & Webinars: Organizing sessions or webinars and listing their individual schedules, along with speaker profiles.
- Meetups & Seminars: Showcasing the schedule and speakers for smaller, one-day events or local meetups.
- Online Events: Perfect for virtual events, where each session may have different speakers, and times need to be clearly presented to attendees in various time zones.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Attendee Experience: Attendees can easily see who’s speaking and when, helping them plan their time effectively.
- Professional Event Presentation: Featuring speaker details and event schedules on the front end of your website provides a professional touch and builds credibility for your event.
- Streamlined Event Management: Having all speaker and schedule information in one place simplifies the management process for event organizers.
- Increased Engagement: By giving speakers their own profiles with additional info, you can create more opportunities for attendees to connect with them before, during, and after the event.
How It Works:
- Add Speakers: For each event, you can add one or more speakers. Enter details such as their name, photo, biography, and links to their social media profiles.
- Set Event Schedule: Break down the event into multiple sessions, each with its own speaker and time slot. For each session, you can add a detailed description and specify the start and end times.
- Display Information on Front End: The speaker list and session schedule will be displayed automatically on the event page, so attendees can easily see the event details.
- Customize Layout: Customize how the speaker profiles and event schedules appear, ensuring that it fits seamlessly with your event’s design.
Who Should Use the EventOn Speakers & Schedule Add-On?
- Event Organizers: If you’re organizing events, this add-on is essential for managing and displaying speaker information and schedules in a professional manner.
- Conference Planners: For larger events with multiple speakers, sessions, and detailed scheduling needs, this add-on is a must-have.
- Webinar Hosts: Easily manage and showcase schedules for online seminars or virtual conferences.
- Workshops & Training Providers: If you run educational events or workshops, this add-on can help you organize and present session details and speakers.
