Successful networking at Hy.Summit.Rhein.Ruhr 2024 – more efficient than ever with b2match.

The Hy.Summit.Rhein.Ruhr 2024 was a resounding success: three days, three cities, and over 600 guests from politics, business, and science coming together to discuss the future of hydrogen.

However, behind the impressive number of participants and high-profile panels stood a key challenge: How do we successfully connect the right stakeholders to turn conversations into tangible projects? The answer was b2match, the platform that took the summit to the next level.

The challenge: Effective matchmaking for a dynamic event.

The Hy.Summit brings together numerous stakeholders with diverse interests—from companies investing in hydrogen technologies to policymakers and researchers developing new solutions. To ensure the summit was more than just an information-sharing event and led to lasting partnerships, an intelligent networking tool was essential.

It quickly became clear: the traditional business card exchange was outdated. Participants needed to connect in a targeted way before the event, identify relevant conversation partners, and efficiently schedule their meetings. This is where b2match came in.

The solution: b2match as a digital networking accelerator.

With b2match, participants could create personal profiles before the summit, define their interests and collaboration needs, and receive tailored contact recommendations. The platform facilitated meeting time slot coordination and organized structured 1:1 discussions—both in person and virtually for international attendees.

The results?

• Over 100 structured 1:1 meetings during the summit.
• Targeted networking between companies, startups, and investors.
• Maximum efficiency through automated scheduling and room coordination.
• Simplified follow-ups with digital profiles.

Conclusion: Digitalization makes events more impactful.

The Hy.Summit.Rhein.Ruhr 2024 wouldn’t have been as successful without b2match. While traditional events often rely on spontaneous encounters, the platform enabled high-quality matchmaking with measurable results. The combination of strategic networking and well-planned event design transformed the summit into a true hub for innovation.

For future events, b2match is more than just a tool—it’s a game-changer for effective business networking.

Leif Knape, HUB-Manager Digital & Events, Duisburg Business & Innovation GmbH