https://blog.eventfold.com/blog Discover event management insights, sustainability practices, and platform updates from Eventfold - the future of event ticketing. en-us hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-manager-blog-best-reads https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-manager-blog-best-reads A curated guide to our best writing on event management — from AI automation and pricing transparency to sustainability and the rise of micro-events. Start here. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-managementguideevent-technologyeventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-ticketing-software-universities-guide https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-ticketing-software-universities-guide A practical guide to choosing event ticketing software for universities. What student organizations actually need, what enterprise tools get wrong, and how to evaluate platforms for gasques, sittnings, and campus events. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) university-eventsevent-ticketingguidestudent-organizationsevent-technology https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/eventfold-mcp-guide https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/eventfold-mcp-guide A practical guide to connecting Eventfold with Claude, ChatGPT, and other AI assistants using the Model Context Protocol — so you can manage events, check ticket sales, and get insights without ever opening a dashboard. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aievent-technologymcpintegrationeventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/lessons-from-30-events https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/lessons-from-30-events Lessons from real deployment data — the features nobody asked for that became essential, the features everyone requested that nobody used, and why customer proximity beats market research. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) lessons-learnedeventfoldproductevent-managementfounder-story https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/checklist-first-corporate-event-ai https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/checklist-first-corporate-event-ai A practical walkthrough covering event setup, stakeholder communication, registration, day-of management, and post-event reporting with modern AI-powered tools. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) checklistcorporate-eventsaievent-managementguide https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/spreadsheets-to-systems https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/spreadsheets-to-systems A step-by-step transition plan for agencies drowning in fragmented tools — empathetic to the reality that switching costs are emotional, not just technical. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) migrationevent-managementguidespreadsheetsproductivity https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/evaluate-ai-event-tools https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/evaluate-ai-event-tools A framework covering data privacy, hallucination safeguards, customization, integration depth, and pricing transparency — from a vendor confident enough to give buyers ammunition. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aibuyer-guideevent-technologyevaluation https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-organizer-email-playbook https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-organizer-email-playbook Concrete workflows for coordinating speakers, sponsors, vendors, venue contacts, and attendees — the communication challenge every organizer faces. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) emailevent-managementplaybookstakeholder-managementguide https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/budget-scrutiny-best-thing-for-events https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/budget-scrutiny-best-thing-for-events With 62% of planners naming budget constraints as their top challenge, the silver lining: forced prioritization means fewer wasteful events and more intentional experiences. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-budgetindustry-analysis2026event-managementstrategy https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/real-state-hybrid-events-2026 https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/real-state-hybrid-events-2026 Moving past the hype cycle — where hybrid actually works, where it doesn't, and the technology maturity that's finally making it practical. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) hybrid-eventsevent-trends2026industry-analysis https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/hidden-math-commission-platforms https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/hidden-math-commission-platforms A detailed breakdown showing how a mid-sized agency running 150 events/year pays €100-300K annually in platform commissions — and what they could do with that budget instead. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) pricingevent-technologyindustry-analysisbusiness https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-roi-2026 https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-roi-2026 40% of organizers still struggle to prove ROI. A practical look at closing the attribution gap with integrated data and clear KPIs. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-roianalyticsindustry-analysis2026event-management https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/rise-of-micro-events https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/rise-of-micro-events With deeper engagement, lower costs, and easier measurement, micro-events are the fastest-growing format in 2026 — and they need different tools. Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-trendsmicro-eventsindustry-analysis2026 https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/swedish-business-culture-event-tech https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/swedish-business-culture-event-tech How Nordic directness, lagom pricing, and trust-based relationships shape what Swedish event agencies actually want from a platform. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) nordicswedish-cultureevent-technologybusinesslagom https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/sustainable-events-nordics https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/sustainable-events-nordics Practical frameworks for reducing event carbon footprint, choosing sustainable vendors, and meeting the expectations of eco-conscious Nordic attendees. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) sustainabilitynordicevent-managementgreen-eventsguide https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/gdpr-competitive-advantage https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/gdpr-competitive-advantage How native GDPR compliance with consent renewal workflows and EU data residency becomes a selling point — especially as post-Schrems II regulations tighten. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) gdprprivacyeuropeevent-technologycompliance https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/next-great-event-platform-from-europe https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/next-great-event-platform-from-europe GDPR-first architecture, data sovereignty, sustainability culture, and honest pricing — the structural advantages European platforms have that US competitors can't easily replicate. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) europeevent-technologygdprthought-leadershipnordic https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-wont-replace-event-planners https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-wont-replace-event-planners A balanced take on AI anxiety in the events industry — 95% of teams expect AI usage to increase, but the winning formula is AI handling operations while humans own relationships. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aievent-managementthought-leadershipfuture-of-work https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-tech-vendor-lock-in https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/event-tech-vendor-lock-in A practical buyer's guide covering data portability, API access, contract flexibility, and integration openness — so you never feel stuck with the wrong platform. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-technologybuyer-guideindustry-analysisdata-portability https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/subscription-pricing-event-platforms https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/subscription-pricing-event-platforms An industry analysis of how B2B software universally shifted to transparent subscriptions — and why event platforms are the last holdouts. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) pricingevent-technologyindustry-analysissaas https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/multi-agent-ai-explained https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/multi-agent-ai-explained A jargon-free explainer using real event scenarios — how specialized AI agents work together, and what it feels like from the organizer's chair. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aievent-technologyexplainereventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/hallbara-event-norden https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/hallbara-event-norden 81% av deltagare är villiga att betala mer för hållbara event. En praktisk guide till koldioxidspårning, hållbara leverantörsval och hur teknik möjliggör grönare event. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) sustainabilitynordicsevent-technology https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/excel-till-eventhantering https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/excel-till-eventhantering En steg-för-steg-guide för svenska byråer som fortfarande jonglerar kalkylblad, mejltrådar och separata verktyg för varje del av eventprocessen. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) migrationevent-managementguidesweden https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/the-40-percent-problem https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/the-40-percent-problem Data-backed analysis of how administrative overhead — especially email coordination — steals nearly half of an organizer's productive time. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) event-managementproductivityindustry-analysisai https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/gdpr-konkurrenfordel-europa https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/gdpr-konkurrenfordel-europa Medan amerikanska konkurrenter kämpar med dataöverföringar efter Schrems II, är EU-baserade plattformar med inbyggd GDPR-arkitektur bättre positionerade än någonsin. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) gdprprivacyeuropeevent-technology https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/email-agent-responds-under-60-seconds https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/email-agent-responds-under-60-seconds A deep dive into how our Email Agent maintains full event context across speakers, vendors, sponsors, and attendees — without hallucinating or sounding robotic. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aiemailproducteventfoldevent-technology https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-email-agent-1200-mail https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-email-agent-1200-mail En bakom-kulisserna-titt på hur Eventfolds Email Agent koordinerar talare, sponsorer och leverantörer med full kontextförståelse — utan att låta som en robot. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aiemail-automationevent-technology https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-native-vs-ai-enabled https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-native-vs-ai-enabled The fundamental architectural difference between bolting a chatbot onto a legacy platform vs. building from the ground up with specialized AI agents. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) aievent-technologythought-leadershipeventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/eventbranschen-2026-trender https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/eventbranschen-2026-trender Från AI-automation och hållbarhetskrav till mikro-event och datadrivet ROI — vad internationella trender faktiskt betyder för den svenska marknaden. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) trendsevent-technology2026sweden https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/university-frustration-to-startup https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/university-frustration-to-startup The origin story of Eventfold — organizing a major ball at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, drowning in spreadsheets and email threads, and deciding to build the tool that should have existed. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) founder-storyeventfoldstartupkth https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/transparenta-priser-eventplattformar https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/transparenta-priser-eventplattformar En opartisk genomgång av hur olika prismodeller — provision, prenumeration, freemium — faktiskt påverkar svenska eventbyråers lönsamhet över tid. Med riktiga siffror. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) pricingcomparisonevent-agencies https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/invoicing-in-three-days https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/invoicing-in-three-days A case study in customer-driven development — how listening to real users beats roadmap speculation, and why speed of response is a startup's actual superpower. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) startupcustomer-drivenproduct-developmenteventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/onodiga-plattformsavgifter-eventbyraer https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/onodiga-plattformsavgifter-eventbyraer En genomgång av hur provisionsmodellen dränerar svenska byråers marginaler — med konkreta räkneexempel anpassade för den nordiska marknaden och SEK. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) pricingevent-agenciessweden https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/30-event-insikter-arrangorer https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/30-event-insikter-arrangorer Insikter från verkliga Eventfold-event: funktionerna ingen bad om men alla älskade, och de alla ville ha men ingen använde. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) insightseventfoldproduct https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/building-event-platform-solo-founder https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/building-event-platform-solo-founder An honest look at what it takes to ship fast as a solo founder — 2-week cycles, customer-driven priorities, and why constraints breed better product decisions. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) startupfounder-storyeventfoldbuild-in-public https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-plattform-solo-grundare https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/ai-plattform-solo-grundare En ärlig berättelse om att vara soloutvecklare, designer och säljare samtidigt. Hur KTH-utbildningen, Fidify-erfarenheten och ren envishet blev grunden till Eventfold. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) startupfounder-journeyeventfoldai https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/we-rebranded-mid-flight https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/we-rebranded-mid-flight The real story of renaming from Tessera to Eventfold — the emotional weight, the code refactoring, the domain hunt, and why the right name matters more than you think. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) startupbrandingeventfoldfounder-storytessera https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/kth-studentevent-till-foretagsevent https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/kth-studentevent-till-foretagsevent Hur organisering av THS Oscar II-balen med 300 gäster avslöjade exakt samma problem som professionella eventbyråer kämpar med — och varför det blev startskottet för Eventfold. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) startupkthfounder-journeyeventfold https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/welcome-to-eventfold-blog https://blog.eventfold.com/blog/welcome-to-eventfold-blog Introducing the Eventfold blog - your source for event management insights, platform updates, and sustainability practices in the events industry. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT hello@eventfold.com (Eventfold Team) announcementseventfoldevent-management