Questions about hosting an event at Tech Week

General

We don’t have a general speaker program at this time - the best way to promote your speakers is by hosting or co-hosting your own event! Check out our...

How can my company sponsor tech week?

If you’re interested in becoming an official sponsor for Tech Week 2025 or 2026, please register your interest here .

When will the schedule of events be released?

The official calendars of events will launch closer to the Tech Week dates, usually around six weeks before. For NY Tech Week you can expect the cale...

We’d like to partner with the Tech Week team for xyz initiatives (a Tech Week in another city, sell us their software, etc.). Can we get in touch with someone?

Yes - please send a proposal to hello@tech-week.com .

Is there a media or press pass for Tech Week?

We do not have a media/press program at this time, though hosts are often interested in inviting press to their own events. Please apply to events in...

Technical issue/I’m unable to access your website

Thanks for letting us know. Please describe your issue in detail and we will resolve it as soon as possible. For host support, please contact support...

I have some feedback for Tech Week

Feel free to offer any feedback to support@tech-week.com and we will be sure to keep it in mind for the future.

I am a prospective event host

How do I submit an event for Tech Week?

To submit your event for Tech Week, fill out the event submission form . After you submit the form, our team will review your submission and give fee...

What is the cost for hosting at Tech Week?

There’s no cost to participate in Tech Week, aside from the cost of the event itself. Event hosts are responsible for organizing their events, includ...

I’m interested in partnering with other hosts, can you help connect me?

Yes! There are a couple of options and best practices for finding co-hosts: Go to your network: Make a list of names you know and reach out 1:1 with a...

I’ve missed the submission deadline. Can I still submit?

You can still submit after the deadline, but we can’t guarantee your event will be included in the calendar launch, which is the single biggest market...

How should I choose which events to host?

We welcome all event formats, so it’s best to choose an event type(s) based on your specific goals. This year, we’re specifically looking for: Panel...

Which event platform can I use?

The official event page platform for Tech Week is Partiful. Be sure to create your event page on Partiful and include the URL in your event submission...

Can you help with a venue?

Event hosts are responsible for sourcing their own venue. However we have some recommended venue partners [here], many of whom are offering preferred...

Can I use Eventbrite/Luma/another platform for my event page?

The official event platform for Tech Week is Partiful and other event page URLs can’t be accepted. If you’d like to list your event on the official ...

Can I submit/host more than one event?

Absolutely! Please submit a separate form for each event you plan to host, even if it's the same event on different days. This ensures each occurrence...

Where can I find the Tech Week logos or other media to use for our event graphics/posters/etc.?

You can find marketing assets, logos, and more in our Host Resources here.

Can I host my event before or after the official Tech Week dates?

No - your event must be within the dates to be considered. NY Tech Week: June 2-8, 2025 SF Tech Week: October 6-12, 2025 LA Tech Week: October 13-19,...

Can I host a virtual event?

To get the most out of Tech Week we recommend hosting IRL, but we also accept virtual events. Please submit a separate form for each event you plan to...

I submitted my event, now what?

When will I know if my event is approved?

Event submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. During peak submission times, it can take up to a week to receive an update, but usually you will r...

How does Tech Week help promote our event?

Tech Week supports your event promotion through: 1. Listing on the official Tech Week calendar 2. Promoting all events to our newsletter community lea...

What level of attrition should I account for?

It is essential to account for 50-70% attrition for your Tech Week event. Please keep in mind that because these are mostly free events (and a lot of ...

My event has been cancelled - can you please take my listing down and how do I cancel my event?

Yes, to update your event listing email support@tech-week.com .

How do I handle the waitlist for my event page?

It’s important to proactively manage your Tech Week event’s waitlist, as sign ups register. The longer you leave guests pending, the less likely they ...

Who can I contact to help me fix my calendar listing and/or event page?

For host support, please contact support@tech-week.com .

How often should I communicate with my guests before my event?

It’s important to communicate with your guests clearly and regularly because of the high volume of attendees and events. Please plan to send several r...

What should I expect after submitting my event submissions form?

After you submit the form, our team will review your submission and give feedback for any missing requirements. Once all requirements are met, we will...

Can you please repost our post on X/IG/LinkedIn?

Absolutely! We love amplifying great content from our community! 💪 Tag us on X, LinkedIn, or Instagram in your posts, or simply email the post links ...

I’d like to flag an issue with an attendee

Thanks for letting us know. Please describe your issue in detail to support@tech-week.com and we will resolve it as soon as possible.

My event is already overcapacity—how can I politely decline registrants?

Polite communication is key! Let registrants know that you’re declining and the reason they’re being declined in a timely manner. #ProTip: direct them...