Nix the small talk – get to know the platforms that are changing up virtual networking

Zoom fatigue was so 2020. It’s fall 2021 and the title du jour is victims of virtual networking fatigue. The rise of virtual and hybrid events and the associated constantly evolving technology has turned us all, by necessity, into online networking pros. But at what cost? Our sanity? Sure, the AI tools connecting us with interesting people for conversations are great. But virtual networking can be, in a word, exhausting. Yes, this is an issue we care about for ourselves, but (sadly?), we care more for our clients and attendees. The cure? New ways of networking — with a touch of irreverent fun. We’ve already reviewed table-based networking and immersive networking experiences. To round out our reviews (for the moment!) of the best virtual networking on event platforms, we’re covering some of the more, let’s say, eclectic and quirky options. Read on for our reviews of the networking apps that offer a bit of a twist on ye olde online networking genre. Run the World features fast-paced Cocktail Parties. Run the World Early pioneers of the virtual "Cocktail Party," Run the World has remained on the cutting edge of the virtual events scene with a sleek, simple platform for social...