Kite Attendee Networking
Connect with fellow attendees and maximize your event experience.
Overview
Networking features help you:
- Discover other attendees
- Make professional connections
- Schedule meetings
- Build relationships
Finding People
Attendee Directory
Browse all attendees:
- Go to Attendees or Network
- Browse profiles
- Search and filter
Search Options
| Search By | Example |
|---|---|
| Name | "Sarah Johnson" |
| Company | "Google" |
| Role | "Developer" |
| Industry | "Finance" |
Filters
Narrow your search:
- By company
- By country
- By interest
- By job title
Viewing Profiles
Public Information
What you can see:
- Name
- Photo
- Company
- Job title
- Bio
- Social links (if shared)
Contact Options
From a profile:
- View details
- Request meeting
- Connect on social
Connecting with Others
Request a Meeting
- View their profile
- Click "Request Meeting"
- Suggest time and topic
- Send request
Social Connections
If they share links:
- Connect on LinkedIn
- Follow on Twitter
- Exchange contact info
Exchange Business Cards
For in-person events:
- Use QR codes
- Share vCard
- Exchange contacts
Making the Most of Networking
Before the Event
- Complete your profile
- Add professional photo
- Write compelling bio
- Set visibility preferences
During the Event
- Check directory regularly
- Request meetings with targets
- Attend networking sessions
- Follow up on conversations
After the Event
- Connect on LinkedIn
- Send follow-up emails
- Continue conversations
- Maintain relationships
Networking Tips
Your Profile
Do:
- Use professional photo
- Write clear bio
- List relevant experience
- Include contact info
Don't:
- Leave empty profile
- Use casual photos
- Write vague descriptions
- Hide all information
Outreach
Good messages:
"Hi! I saw you work on ML at Google.
I'd love to discuss your approach to model training.
Available for coffee tomorrow?"
Avoid:
"Hey let's meet"
(Too vague, no context)
In-Person
- Be approachable
- Ask questions
- Listen actively
- Exchange contacts
- Follow up promptly
Privacy Settings
Control Your Visibility
- Go to Profile > Settings
- Configure:
| Setting | Options |
|---|---|
| Profile Visible | Yes/No |
| Email Visible | Yes/No |
| Company Visible | Yes/No |
- Save
Being Hidden
If you prefer privacy:
- Hide from directory
- Still attend event
- Can still request meetings
For Sponsors
Sponsor Networking
Sponsors can:
- View attendee list (with permission)
- Host networking sessions
- Collect leads at booth
Lead Collection
At sponsor booth:
- Scan attendee badges
- Record interactions
- Follow up post-event
Organized Networking
Networking Sessions
Events may include:
- Speed networking
- Birds of a feather
- Industry meetups
- Mentor matching
Participating
- Check schedule for networking events
- Register if required
- Attend and participate
- Follow up with contacts
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