Pismo Ventures aimed to host its annual Founder Showcase and Pitch Competition, seeking to replicate the energy of an in-person pitch day. Their goal was to achieve this without compromising reach, accessibility, or sponsor value. Traditional webinars were deemed insufficient to meet these ambitious objectives. Pismo Ventures selected Gatherly to host their event. On September 30, 2025, over 300 founders, investors, and partners convened in a custom multi-floor digital venue, designed to mimic a vibrant startup expo. The platform allowed founders to host branded booths for pitching and demos, while attendees moved freely between them. A main stage broadcast delivered a pitch battle, maintaining audience engagement and providing significant sponsorship visibility. The event delivered a full day of discovery, collaboration, and innovation. Investors and founders connected organically, ensuring founders gained exposure without competition for airtime. Pismo successfully hosted a flagship event, demonstrating a powerful middle ground between physical conferences and static webinars.

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The British Columbia Naturopathic Doctors (BCND) hosted a critical annual conference, a vital touchpoint for over 500 members attending a half-day program. The organization faced the challenge of translating trust and participation into a virtual setting, needing to maintain high engagement for continuing education and facilitate real-time member voting for democratic decision-making. The goal was to create an online experience structured for formal learning yet dynamic enough to foster human connections and participatory governance. BCND partnered with Gatherly to transform their event into a truly participatory experience. Gatherly’s platform supported both the formal and human sides of the conference for all 500+ attendees, providing interactive digital booths for networking, a central main stage for content, and fluid movement between areas. Most importantly, the platform enabled live, secure online voting on 2026 agenda priorities, which transformed the event into a direct participatory governance experience. The virtual medical conference achieved immediate and impactful results, securing a highly engaged professional audience. The platform successfully delivered a seamless balance of education, discovery, and decision-making. By facilitating critical governance functions like online voting, Gatherly proved its capability for high-stakes professional association events, leading BCND to officially name them their exclusive event partner due to the demonstrable increase in member participation.

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The Association of STEMM Pipeline and Bridge Programs (ASPBP) faced the challenge of ensuring their virtual academic conference genuinely highlighted student work. Traditional virtual formats, with static presentations and screen shares, often led to student research being lost or overlooked. They needed an immersive platform that could provide real visibility, foster direct engagement between attendees and presenters, and align with their mission to elevate student voices. ASPBP partnered with Gatherly to transform their annual conference into an interactive and engaging virtual event. Gatherly's immersive education platform was used to host calls for proposals and a dynamic online student poster fair. This solution moved beyond traditional one-way presentations, allowing attendees to navigate a virtual space, organically discover projects, and directly engage with student presenters. By leveraging the platform, ASPBP successfully hosted a well-attended and highly effective virtual academic conference for over 350 attendees. It achieved its primary goal of elevating student voices by creating a space for curiosity, discovery, and dialogue, where student work received deserved attention and respect. This demonstrated that an online student poster fair could be more engaging and impactful than in-person versions.

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CultureCon USA aimed to broaden the reach of its annual conference beyond physical attendance. A significant challenge was ensuring that the experience for virtual participants remained engaging and valuable, avoiding the typical dilution often associated with remote attendance. The goal was to expand globally without compromising the quality of interaction and engagement for anyone joining remotely. To address this, CultureCon USA partnered with Gatherly to implement a "digital twin" of its in-person venue. This solution involved recreating the multi-floor physical environment as an interactive digital space. This approach moved beyond traditional livestreaming, allowing virtual attendees to navigate, explore, and interact within a mirrored online environment. The implementation successfully attracted over 200 virtual attendees from across the globe, who seamlessly navigated the digital space alongside on-site participants. Sponsors' physical booths were replicated digitally, enabling virtual attendees to discover products, access digital freebies, and initiate conversations. Crucially, the platform facilitated interaction between in-person and online audiences, effectively bridging the traditional gap in hybrid events and delivering equal access and engagement.

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Revvity, a leader in life sciences, faced a significant challenge in fostering genuine interaction and relationship-building among its globally distributed early-career scientists. Each month, hundreds of new participants joined their Early Career Forums, seeking vital connections and mentorship. Traditional virtual meeting tools, with their rigid agendas and forced breakout rooms, proved inadequate, hindering organic discovery and natural conversation flow for this diverse community. To overcome this, Revvity adopted Gatherly, an immersive networking platform designed to replicate the spontaneity of in-person interactions in a virtual environment. Gatherly was integrated into Revvity's recurring networking events, creating a consistent and welcoming space that transcended geographical boundaries. Key features like natural discovery, freedom of movement, and an immersive environment empowered scientists to organically connect, build lasting peer relationships, and find mentors. The adoption of Gatherly transformed Revvity's global organization, leading to significantly enhanced engagement and community building. Participants experienced higher levels of active participation compared to traditional virtual formats, thanks to the ability to move freely and discover connections naturally. This fostered stronger community bonds and instilled a greater sense of belonging for all scientists, while providing a scalable solution for Revvity's ever-growing global network.

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The gaming industry historically struggled with diversity, prompting the IGDA Foundation to support underrepresented talent. Traditional career fairs presented significant geographical and financial barriers, limiting participation for diverse individuals. The Foundation aimed to create an accessible and impactful event specifically for BIPOC talent. Their goal was to move beyond conventional online job boards to foster genuine interactions and authentic discovery. To address these challenges, the IGDA Foundation collaborated with Gatherly, leveraging its innovative virtual event platform. Gatherly provided a digital space that mimicked the spontaneity and engagement of an in-person event, facilitating more natural interactions. Key features included customizable digital booths for leading game studios. The platform enabled candidates to explore opportunities organically and engage directly with recruiters. Gatherly also proudly sponsored and supported the event, demonstrating a shared commitment to diversity and inclusion. The BIPOC Career Fair achieved resounding success, demonstrating the power of an inclusive virtual environment. The fair attracted 117 applicants, indicating strong demand for such initiatives. Beyond raw numbers, the platform fostered countless meaningful connections, leading to valuable networking opportunities. This initiative specifically supported entry-level developers from BIPOC communities, helping them access real opportunities in the gaming industry.

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Traditional virtual conferences often struggled to replicate the organic networking and spontaneous interactions typical of in-person events. The "Gather for Growth" conference aimed to bring together over 300 attendees and 70 speakers. The primary challenge was to maintain intimacy and facilitate meaningful connections at such a large scale. Organizers needed to move beyond typical webinar formats to ensure active engagement and authentic peer-to-peer interaction among participants, a common hurdle for fundraising education events. The "Gather for Growth" conference implemented Gatherly, a virtual event platform, as its solution. This innovative platform transformed the virtual experience from a static broadcast into a dynamic, multi-dimensional environment. Attendees navigated an immersive digital venue with multiple floors for curated tracks, networking, and discussions. It allowed participants to move freely between groups and organically connect with over 70 speakers and peers, replicating an in-person gathering. This approach fostered deeper engagement and interaction. The platform successfully managed a high volume of over 300 attendees and 70 speakers while preserving an intimate and interactive atmosphere. This led to enhanced participant satisfaction, with attendees experiencing a more satisfying and less fatiguing event. Stronger networking outcomes were achieved, fostering genuine connections among nonprofit leaders, peers, and experts. The interactive environment also facilitated more effective knowledge exchange on critical topics. Ultimately, the event demonstrated a new paradigm for virtual conferences, successfully achieving scalable intimacy.

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Catalyst501 aimed to move beyond event-centric engagement to foster continuous collaboration among nonprofit leaders globally. Traditional meeting tools proved insufficient for building a sustained community, lacking the continuity and organic interaction needed. The organization sought a persistent digital space that could function as a true virtual office, facilitating ongoing mentorship, collaboration, and the promotion of new social ventures to empower the next generation of nonprofits. Gatherly provided Catalyst501 with a robust and immersive virtual environment, establishing an always-on virtual venue. This multifaceted digital home functioned as a virtual office, an integrated event hub, and a global meeting place. The continuous presence fostered a sense of community and allowed for spontaneous interactions crucial for innovation and relationship building. Gatherly also served as Catalyst501’s official event partner, extending support to emerging nonprofits within their ecosystem. The partnership profoundly transformed Catalyst501's ability to support nonprofits. The always-on virtual venue fostered stronger relationships and a deeper sense of community among nonprofit leaders. Catalyst501 achieved increased accessibility and reach, effectively supporting a wider global audience of innovators and social entrepreneurs. Gatherly streamlined event management, allowing Catalyst501 to focus on content and impact, thereby empowering emerging nonprofits and sustaining innovation within the social sector.

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State Farm aimed to host its annual Founders Day Celebration virtually, requiring an engaging and interactive environment to connect its thousands of employees. The challenge was to ensure smooth access and a seamless experience for a large, distributed workforce participating across multiple dates. They sought to foster community and meaningful interactions in a digital setting, reflecting a 'Summer Fun, Red & White' theme. Gatherly provided a fully customized and intuitive virtual platform that reflected the 'Summer Fun, Red & White' Founders Day theme. The platform created a dynamic Welcome Lounge, a new Pet Floor, a Volunteer Village, Cinema Floors, My Neighborhood sections, an In-App Games Garden, and a Networking Lounge. These designated spaces offered a mix of activities and real-time support, all designed to foster interaction. The virtual celebration successfully brought thousands of attendees together in an engaging and interactive environment. Gatherly’s platform ensured smooth access and a seamless experience across multiple event dates. This fostered community, celebration, and meaningful interactions, strengthening connections among State Farm employees while celebrating the company’s history and future.

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Indaba has always been a highly interactive in-person gathering that fosters deep technical discussions, skill-sharing, and professional networking. However, geographic and financial barriers limited accessibility for many individuals who would benefit from participation. The challenge was to maintain the event’s immersive and interactive nature while expanding its reach beyond those who could attend physically. Gatherly provided a digital twin for the hybrid event, creating an interactive digital space that mirrored the in-person Indaba experience. This solution allowed remote participants to engage in real-time through live-streamed talks and workshops, ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities. AI-powered networking connected attendees based on shared interests, while interactive discussion lounges fostered deep-dive discussions. Hybrid collaboration opportunities, including digital poster sessions and virtual mentorship meetups, further extended engagement beyond physical boundaries. The integration of Gatherly’s digital twin transformed Indaba 2025 into a more inclusive and globally connected event. This resulted in greater accessibility, allowing more participants from diverse backgrounds and locations to join and foster a richer exchange of ideas. Virtual attendees experienced deeper engagement, actively contributing to discussions, workshops, and collaborative projects, which enhanced the overall learning experience and ensured sustained knowledge sharing.

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AmeriVet Veterinary Partners experienced rapid growth, expanding to 213 locations nationwide and employing over 3,500 professionals. This rapid expansion created a fundamental challenge in unifying their distributed workforce. The company struggled to bring thousands of employees across hundreds of clinics together in a personal and engaging manner. They needed a solution to ensure consistent culture and alignment with their mission across all locations. AmeriVet implemented Gatherly.io to create immersive, life-like virtual experiences, moving beyond traditional video calls. They successfully hosted their second annual DVM New Grad Summit on the platform, an event crucial for onboarding new veterinarians to the company's mission and values. Additionally, AmeriVet utilized Gatherly for monthly Leadership Development Sessions, fostering continuous learning, connection, and collaboration among leaders. These initiatives were designed to strengthen culture, enhance efficiency, and improve employee connection across their extensive network. The partnership with Gatherly became a cornerstone of AmeriVet’s cultural and operational strategy, enabling exceptional user experiences akin to in-person interactions. They achieved effective culture scaling across their 213 locations, fostering organic relationship-building and enhancing leadership development. Flexible event design allowed for diverse engagement methods, while actionable post-event analytics provided crucial insights into attendee behavior. These insights empowered AmeriVet to continuously optimize engagement and improve future virtual events.

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