Hosted Buyer Programme Meetup
Join us at the Meetup Zone at Event Tech Live 2026, a dedicated space for communities, networks and associations to come together in person during the show.
Powered by Showlite, the Meetup Zone is designed to bring the most valuable part of any event back to the centre of the exhibition floor: real conversations, real connections, and real community.
Whether you're a long-standing member or discovering this community for the first time, this is your chance to connect, share ideas, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry.
About this Meetup
This session is hosted for members of the Hosted Buyer Programme and is part of a wider programme of community-led meetups taking place across Event Tech Live 2026.
To access this meetup you must hold an Event Tech Live registration. 👉 Sign up for free here
Each meetup is 45 minutes long and is designed to be informal, interactive, and connection-focused. The format may include networking, roundtable discussion, community updates, founder conversations or open dialogue, depending on what feels right for the group.
This is not a sales session. It’s a space for real conversations between people who care about the same space, challenges and opportunities.
Why attend
Meet like-minded hosted buyers attending the show
Join meaningful conversations beyond the exhibition floor
Discover new perspectives and opportunities
Connect with the community in real life at Event Tech Live
About our Hosted Buyer Programme
Meet the suppliers that fit your projects. Travel on us.
A curated programme for senior event organisers who are actively sourcing event technology. AI-matched supplier meetings, a contribution toward your travel, and full access to both show days.
In exchange for attending a series of pre-arranged supplier meetings, the show covers some or all of your travel and accommodation costs.
The model exists because it works: buyers arrive with clear objectives, suppliers meet qualified prospects, and both sides leave with decisions made rather than a stack of business cards.
At Event Tech Live, the programme is powered by Erleah, our AI matchmaking engine. You tell us what you are working on. We match you with the suppliers who can actually help.
About Event Tech Live
Event Tech Live is the world’s leading conference and exhibition dedicated to event technology, taking place at Excel London on 11-12 November 2026. Now in its 13th year, the event brings together 3,000+ event professionals, buyers, and the world’s top event tech companies under one roof.
Across four dedicated stages – the Main Stage, AI & Innovation Stage, MarTech & Growth Stage, and Experiential & Engagement Stage – attendees get direct access to cutting-edge education from the most respected voices in the industry.
A curated Hosted Buyer Programme connects qualified buyers with leading suppliers through structured, pre-matched meetings. The exhibition floor showcases the latest innovations in event technology, event management software, and solutions from around the globe.
Whether you’re looking to discover new technology, benchmark your strategy, or build the relationships that move your business forward, Event Tech Live is where the event technology industry comes together.