Strategies from LSAV Powerhouse to spark real connection & community.
Engaging networking opportunities are no longer a “nice-to-have”—they’re a core expectation for attendees. Whether you’re hosting a leadership summit, a multi-track conference, or an immersive brand activation, people come not just to learn but to connect, collaborate, and build lasting professional relationships.
At LSAV Powerhouse, we’ve produced hundreds of events where networking is a central component. From structured breakout conversations to unexpected experiential moments designed to spark conversation, we know that great networking doesn’t happen on its own—it’s intentionally designed.
Here’s how to create engaging, meaningful networking opportunities that elevate your event and deliver value long after attendees head home.
Before designing any activity, determine why networking matters for this event.
Your attendees may want to:
When you understand the purpose, you can tailor activities that support it—whether that’s structured roundtables, casual lounges, or technology-driven matchmaking.
Networking doesn’t thrive in hallways where people are rushing. It thrives in environments built for conversation.
Consider incorporating:
Great networking spaces are comfortable, beautifully designed, and strategically located to maximize flow.
Timing is everything. When networking slots are too early, too late, or packed between heavy sessions, engagement drops.
Best practices:
Attendees participate more when networking is woven naturally into the event rhythm—not forced on top of an already intense schedule.
Event technology can turn passive encounters into intentional connections.
Leverage event apps or software to:
Digital matchmaking ensures attendees don’t leave networking up to chance—they leave with meaningful connections.
Sometimes the best networking moments happen over shared experiences. Consider adding:
🎨 Interactive Installations
Photo booths, digital graffiti walls, live art stations—perfect for sparking conversation and sharing content.
🔍 Gamification
Scavenger hunts, badge challenges, or “networking bingo cards” (like your United Airlines version!) that encourage attendees to talk to new people.
🧩 Collaborative Workshops
Problem-solving sprints, hands-on labs, or small group brainstorms where attendees naturally begin talking.
🎤 Micro-discussions or “fireside chats in the round”
Smaller conversations feel more intimate and encourage deeper connection.
These elements not only enhance engagement—they make networking fun.
High-value networking happens when executives, thought leaders, and presenters are accessible.
Ideas include:
When leadership shows up, attendees feel seen—and the networking experience becomes far more impactful.
The best networking opportunities consider all attendee needs.
Be mindful of:
Inclusive networking creates a sense of belonging—and belonging fuels engagement.
Some attendees thrive with structure. Provide formats such as:
These formats reduce pressure, increase clarity, and ensure everyone walks away with valuable connections.
Great events create long-term communities.
Post-event, consider:
When networking continues after the closing session, your event’s impact multiplies.
Engaging networking opportunities require thoughtful planning, intentional design, and strategic scheduling. By incorporating the right mix of structured activities, digital tools, inspiring spaces, and inclusive touchpoints, you transform networking from a checkbox item into a standout event differentiator.
At LSAV Powerhouse, we specialize in crafting immersive environments and strategically designed experiences that bring people together—because when networking feels effortless, your attendees connect more deeply, your content resonates longer, and your event delivers greater ROI.