MariMatch at SMM 2024

Attending a matchmaking event offers a convenient and efficient method to connect with potential partners for collaboration.

20 minutes run fast, but they are crucial for building initial connections as they provide a targeted way to meet potential collaboration partners, allowing participants to quickly evaluate each other's interests and expertise, and identify common goals and synergies.

1. Register for the event

   Register via the Register button.

   We recommend to register with one participant per company as several profiles of the same company could be confusing. It is possible to attend the meetings on the spot with several persons. Registration of multiple profiles per company will only be activated if each of the cooperation profiles has a clear defined focus, e.g. sales manager offering products, purchase manager looking for manufacturing partners, head of R&D looking for cooperation with startups and research partners etc.

   Select sessions in "my availability", you will later be able to schedule exact times for confirmed meetings yourself

   Please carefully read how to publish a meaningful profile and book meetings below.

2. Create your profile to showcase who you are and for what are you looking for

   Create a clear and concise profile to gain your visibility on the b2match platform.

   Your profile should describe who you are, what you can offer to potential partners, and who you want to meet.

   Don’t forget to add a pitch, biography, your skills and interests to your profile.

   A good networking profile will generate significantly more meeting requests.

3. Create your organization page

   There are two ways to create an organization page; from the dashboard and from the profile page.

   a.      Create organization page from Dashboard

   Find your avatar in the upper right corner of the event navigation, and from the drop-down menu select Dashboard. In the Next step section of the main middle content, find the Add organization page widget. Here, click on the "Create organization" button to access the Create organization profile modal.

   b.      Create organization page from Profile page

   Click on your avatar in the upper right corner of the event navigation, and click on My profile from the drop-down menu. Once you're on your profile page, click on the "Create organization page" button.

4. Browse profiles of attendees

   Go to the participants list to find out who you could meet at the event and who is offering interesting and promising business opportunities. Use the filters on the right or browse through your AI Profile recommendations in the My Matches section to narrow down your selection and find the most suitable collaboration partners that match your goals and interests. This allows you to maximize your chances of making valuable connections and achieving successful outcomes at the event.

5. Send & receive meeting requests and messages

   Browse participant profiles and send meeting requests to those you want to meet during the event. Send out messages to interesting participants to introduce yourself and initiate conversations even before the event to establish stronger connections.

6. My schedule and meetings overview

   Access your meetings in My Schedule or Meetings, where you have your complete schedule for the event, as well as the list of your meetings. Stay informed about last-minute changes (bookings, cancellations).

   Manage additional meetings on short term (send/receive/confirm requests).

Happy matchmaking!