Creating an Event
To create an event, please follow the steps outlined below.
- Sign into your account
- Navigate to: Left Menu → My Community → Events
- Click "Add Event" (second tab on the main screen)
Choose Your Event Type
Community Event
- One-time events
- Requires ticket or RSVP
- Most common for organization events
Informational Session
- Can be one-time or recurring
- No registration required OR uses external registration
- Used for informational purposes
Step-by-Step Event Creation Guide
Basic Information
- Event Title
- Event Type:
- Public: Visible to everyone
- Private Visible: Only visible to signed-in community members
- Private Hidden: Invite-only
- Select Hub (your community)
- Add Tags:
- Interest category
- Expertise level
- Communities of Interest (optional)
- Industry (optional)
- Host(s)
Location Details
- Choose Type:
- Physical location
- Virtual event
- TBD
- Map Location (required even for virtual events)
- Conference Call URL (for virtual events)
- Special Instructions (parking, Zoom requirements, etc.)
Date and Time
- Start Date and Time
- End Date and Time
- Time Zone
- Full Day Event option
- Optional: Upload cover image (PNG recommended)
- RSVP visibility settings
- Attendance tracking option
- Event Summary
- Additional Information
Registration Options
Option A: Simple RSVP
- Choose "Simple RSVP"
- Select either:
- Internal RSVP through Startup Space
- External RSVP (provide URL)
Option B:
- Choose "Ticket Reservation"
- Select platform:
- Startup Space tickets
- External platform (e.g., Eventbrite)
Ticket Types Available
Free Tickets
- No payment required
- Set availability dates
- Specify quantity
Paid Tickets
- Requires credit card
- Set price per ticket
- Create multiple tiers
- Optional promotional codes
- Processed through Stripe
Donation Tickets
- Flexible amount
- Credit card required
- Processed through Stripe
Finalize
- Review all details
- Customize confirmation emails (optional)
- Click "Finish" to publish
Pro Tips
- Events publish immediately upon completion
- Export RSVP lists from the event page
- Multiple ticket types can be combined
- Always add special instructions for virtual events
- Include parking details for physical events