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Which Event Organizer Are You?

UncategorizedSeptember 11, 2026253Views 0Likes 0Comments

Which Event Organizer Are You? Every community event runs on a small, devoted crew of people with very specific superpowers. The one who laminates. The one who times the check-in line. The one who notices a regular has been gone for eight weeks before any dashboard does. We turned all fourteen of them into puppets,…

HowToMakeFriends turned check-in into the start of real connection

Community Leaders, UpdatesJuly 22, 2026237Views 0Likes 0Comments

< Back to gatherus.today Lead your community! HowToMakeFriends turned check-in into the start of real connection A musician and performance artist by background, Eric Magnée builds moments where strangers become friends. He founded HowToMakeFriends driven by the belief that human connection is becoming increasingly important in a world where technology often pulls us apart. Because technology can be designed…

The fastest setup we’ve ever seen had a salsa beat behind it

UpdatesMay 8, 2026208Views 0Likes 0Comments

< Back to gatherus.today Lead your community! The fastest setup we've ever seen had a salsa beat behind it The five-hour countdown Striktly runs a Salsa night every Tuesday. Dancers of every skill level show up to do the thing they love, with others who love it too. It's a real community. On a Tuesday afternoon,…

The Gatherus Pre-Event Check-In (pun intended): Your General Rehearsal

Knowledge BaseMarch 25, 2026294Views 0Likes 0Comments

The GatherUs Pre-Event Check-In (pun intended) Your General Rehearsal Your first event is the steepest part. After that, the rhythm sets in fast. Here's what needs to happen — short version. The full first-time organizers guide walks through the why and the how behind each item. Before the event Tell your existing community what's…

Culture is more than a buzz word

Community BuildingMarch 25, 2026170Views 0Likes 0Comments

Culture forms whether you guide it or not. The question is: do you want it to reflect your purpose? In the previous practice we talked about why people are showing up and now we will look at how people behave. Community culture will happen whether you're intentional or not. When designing community the question is:…

Create a simple and clear direction

Community BuildingFebruary 13, 2026219Views 0Likes 0Comments

Be the gravity you want to see in the world! Most people understand this practice instinctively, but there are ways to significantly improve how it’s applied with clarity across every touchpoint. People don’t just show up, rather, they’re pulled in. When you’re building community, whether it's an AI hub, a book club, or a…

Make it ridiculously easy to connect!

Community BuildingFebruary 13, 2026259Views 0Likes 0Comments

Most event agendas are designed to kill connection. If there’s one practice I hope you remember from this series, it’s this: 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠. That’s not an extra feature but in fact the goal. What people feel powerful in community happens at the intersection of connection. And everything at your event should be…

Join us at Global Gathering!

UpdatesFebruary 13, 2026238Views 1Like 0Comments

In a world increasingly defined by algorithms and screens, the question isn’t just about how much technology we can build—it’s about what that technology does for our humanity. At GatherUs, we believe technology should be a bridge, not a barrier. That’s why we are thrilled to announce that we are bringing the GatherUs experience to…