Press release
12 June 2024
Grip, the AI-powered event platform built for business relationships has partnered with Shepard, the industry-leading event production provider. This partnership means Shepard’s customers, like The Clean Show, MAGIC Las Vegas and Oncology Nurses Society will now have access to Grip’s technology to boost event engagement and growth.
Grip's AI algorithms and intuitive mobile app empower event organizers like SXSW, Ascential and Clarion to facilitate highly personalized networking opportunities, streamline attendee interactions, and build long-lasting business relationships. Through this collaboration, Shepard's clients gain access to Grip's platform, enabling them to maximize engagement, drive strategic connections, and grow their events.
Grip goes beyond networking. It combines AI with billions of interactions happening across the platform and an intuitive mobile event app, so participants meet the right people at the right time. This results in organizers benefiting from better event satisfaction scores, increased growth and ultimately, higher revenues.
By leveraging Grip's intelligent technology, event organizers can match attendees based on shared interests, goals, and compatibility, ensuring valuable networking opportunities. The platform's user-friendly interface and real-time analytics provide organizers with valuable insights, enabling them to optimize event strategies and deliver tailored experiences that resonate with attendees.
Tim Groot, Founder and CEO of Grip, said: “Since 1905, Shepard has been at the forefront of event organization strategy and implementation. Nearly 120 years later, the event production provider is helping its clients leverage the latest AI-powered technology, like Grip’s award-winning event platform.
“Our shared commitment to innovation and exceptional client service makes this collaboration a natural fit. Together, we will empower event organizers to unlock the full potential of their events, fostering meaningful connections that drive business success.
“This partnership with Shepard further accelerates our North American market growth, where we are already help power events like Money20/20 USA and SXSW.”
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Shepard is a nationwide event production company with a rich legacy dating back to 1905. Specializing in corporate events, trade shows, conferences, and exhibits, Shepard is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and fostering connections through innovative event solutions. With a comprehensive suite of services and an employee-ownership model, Shepard is a trusted leader in producing memorable event experiences. To learn more about Shepard, please visit www.shepardes.com.
Grip is the AI-powered event platform built for business relationships. It helps event organizers like SXSW, RX and Clarion Events establish, maintain and track relationships between participants over multiple events. This is possible because Grip goes beyond networking. It combines AI with billions of interactions happening across the platform and an intuitive mobile event app, so participants meet the right people at the right time. This results in organizers benefiting from better event satisfaction scores, increased growth and ultimately, higher revenues. To learn more about Grip, please visit www.grip.events
