# Conference Networking Apps ShowGizmo App Connects Event Exhibitors and Attendees By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-09-09 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/showgizmo-app References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/marketing_advertising/showgizmo/) & [showgizmo](http://www.showgizmo.com/) The ShowGizmo App is a fantastic service for anyone involved with [conferences or exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gther). The app allows organizers to post information to the central site and attendes can post a profile and connect with others. The ShowGizmo App is service to the environmental movement with its paperless options and because users can connect online, [business cards are not necessary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digibusinesscard). Conferences are all about connecting to people around and this app certainly makes that easier. **Implications** - A new breed of [social networking site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozi-private-social-network) aims to be a tool to connect people in the real world. MeetUp is an excellent example of a company using its platform to bring about real world connections. Companies should consider how they use social networking as tool to positively impact the users life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Conference Networking Apps:** The trend of conference networking apps is disrupting traditional methods of connecting attendees and exhibitors through the introduction of digital platforms. - **Paperless Options:** The trend of paperless options in conference apps is disrupting the use of physical materials such as business cards, contributing to environmental sustainability. - **Real World Social Networking:** The trend of real world social networking sites, like MeetUp, is disrupting the online space by bridging the gap between virtual connections and offline interactions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Event Management:** The event management industry can leverage conference networking apps to enhance attendee and exhibitor experiences, streamline communication, and gather valuable data for future events. - **Technology:** The technology industry has the opportunity to create innovative conference apps with paperless options, advanced networking features, and seamless integration with other event management tools. - **Environmental Sustainability:** The environmental sustainability industry can benefit from conference apps that offer paperless options, reducing the carbon footprint of events and promoting eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Networking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-networking1.md) - [Expert Speaker Matchmaking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speakup.md) - [Simplified Connection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connection-apps.md) - [Localized Networking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presence.md) - [Event-Focused Smart Badges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proxfinity-cue.md) - [Travel Networking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floo.md) - [Event Speaker Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-networks.md) - [Remote Worker Networking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/app-for-remote-workers.md) - [Professional Networking Matches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osmos.md)