Partnering Services

Imagine a conference where every delegate arrives energized, not just for the keynotes and sessions but for the valuable connections they know they’re going to make, where networking isn’t left to serendipitous encounters by the coffee stand but is pre-planned, targeted, and guaranteed to be productive. This is the experience that Merdock brings with our specialized one-to-one business partnering programs. We collaborate with conference organizers to integrate a turnkey partnering program.

  • Here’s what we offer:

    Pre-scheduled Meetings: Delegates won’t need to rely on chance meetings. Our online program allows them to pre-schedule one-to-one meetings with other attendees, ensuring they meet the right people.

    • Consult with conference organizers on how best to integrate partnering into their program based on best practices and experience.
    • Set up a customized online partnering site that will be linked to the main conference site.
    • Provide partnering copy for the main conference site and marketing materials.
    • Promote partnering with participants and offer coaching and tips on how to maximize the delegates’ partnering experience.
    • Send e-communications to participants to encourage them to book and confirm their meeting requests.
    • Employ our sales management skills to maximize the number of confirmed meetings going into each conference.
    • Offer flexibility to meet the unique needs of each conference.
  • Onsite Management: We’re not just behind the scenes; we’re right there on site, ensuring everything runs like clockwork.
    • Manage a partnering help desk at the conference where participants can receive printed schedules and assistance in booking more meetings.
    • Manage partnering meetings room to ensure a smooth flow of meetings.
    • Offer personalized and customized service to ensure conference organizers and participants have an excellent experience.
  • Marketing and Sales Insight: With our background, we’re acutely aware of the challenges in forging essential contacts. This expertise is reflected in our meticulously planned partnering programs.
    • Provide a follow-up report to conference organizers on the partnering program and participant experience.

  • The Merdock – Partnering Program Advantage

    • Attract More Delegates: Our partnering programs are a magnet for attendees, offering them a structured networking platform that’s too valuable to miss.
    • Enhanced Participant Experience: Say goodbye to missed opportunities. Delegates leave your conference with a sense of accomplishment, having met key individuals crucial for their business growth.
    • Community Engagement: We help foster a community spirit that not only keeps delegates returning year after year but also encourages them to become ambassadors for your conference.
    • Sustainable Success: A conference thrives when its attendees do. The partnerships formed under our programs often lead to collaborations that fuel the growth and sustainability of both the conferences we serve and the participating companies.

Curious to see where we’ve made a difference?
Check out our portfolio of conferences that have already benefited from Merdock‘s partnering programs.

Please reach out to discuss how partnering can be an investment in your conference and your delegates’ success.