At the heart of every great event are the speakers and authors who bring content to life, driving engaging discussions and leaving a lasting impact on attendees. While speakers often take center stage, we know that the authors who contribute to the research and content behind the scenes play an equally vital role. At PheedLoop, we believe in giving these contributors the recognition they deserve.

That's why we’re thrilled to introduce a new feature in our Call for Abstracts Module—the Authors field! Now, you have the option to include the names of your sessions’ authors seamlessly across all PheedLoop channels. This feature is designed to shine a spotlight on those who have helped craft the content, even if they won’t be attending the event in person.

Let’s dive into how this update can enhance your event and create even more meaningful connections for your attendees.

Display Authors in the Event App and Website

One of the most powerful aspects of the new Authors field is the ability to showcase authors directly within your Event App, Event Website, and Virtual Portal. This feature is particularly useful because it allows you to highlight those who have contributed to the content without requiring them to be physically present at the event or using up valuable speaker credits.

The Authors field is a customizable text field, giving you the flexibility to display authors’ names right within your event’s sessions. This separation between speakers and authors ensures that attendees can easily distinguish between those who will be presenting live and those who have played a crucial role in the creation of the content. It’s a simple but effective way to make sure everyone’s contributions are acknowledged and celebrated!

Collect Author Information During the Proposals Process

To streamline your event planning process, we have integrated the Authors field right into your Call for Proposals workflow. This means that from the moment a proposal is submitted, you can capture detailed information about every author who has contributed to the research or presentation!

By gathering this information early on, you ensure that no one’s contributions are overlooked, and you can present a complete picture of who’s behind the content at your event. This not only helps in organizing and categorizing sessions but also gives you the opportunity to recognize all contributors from the get-go. Attendees will appreciate the transparency, and authors will feel valued for their work, even if they’re not attending the event.

Use in Parallel with the Speaker Roles Feature

The new Authors field works seamlessly alongside PheedLoop’s existing Speaker Roles feature, providing you with a comprehensive approach for managing and showcasing all the key figures in your event. While the Speaker Roles feature allows you to define and display specific roles like keynote speakers, panelists, and moderators, the Authors field gives you an additional layer of detail by highlighting those who have contributed to the content behind the scenes.

This dual functionality ensures that both speakers and authors are recognized and that attendees can easily connect with the right people. Whether someone is interested in reaching out to a speaker for further discussion or simply wants to acknowledge the authors of a research paper, this clear distinction makes the process straightforward and effective. By offering this level of detail, you enhance the overall attendee experience, making your event more engaging and impactful.

Wrap Up

It’s all about making sure that everyone who plays a part in your event’s success gets the recognition they deserve, whether they’re on stage or behind the scenes. By using this new feature, you’ll be able to create a richer, more connected experience for your attendees while also celebrating the contributions of every individual involved.

Our team at PheedLoop hope you’re as excited as we are about this update and we’re thrilled about the possibilities the Authors field opens up for your events!