We know offsetting the costs of events is an important aspect of community building for organizers. That’s why Meetup has developed more options for ticketed events than ever before!
Watch Alex Marden, Customer Support Representative, Nicole Anderson, Senior Product Manager, and Colin-Pierre Larnerd, Customer Support Representative, for a deep dive into these flexible new ticketing features, including early bird pricing, promo codes, and more. Learn how to customize your ticketed events, manage your received payments, and unify all of your progress and sales statistics.
Main Takeaways
Promo codes and early bird pricing are essential for Meetup event management.
- Promo Codes
- Use promo codes to track ticket sales sources and customize discounts. (01:26)
- Demo on setting up promo codes for various scenarios. (03:30)
- Members apply promo codes during the RSVP process. (05:54)
- Early Bird Pricing
- Early bird pricing offers a simpler discount setup. (07:35)
- Live demo showcasing early bird pricing setup and benefits. (10:48)
- Payment Integration
- Overview of PayPal integration for collecting payments, depositing revenue, and issuing refunds. (11:50)
- Management and Best Practices
- Use the Manage Money page for tracking ticket sales details. (15:53)
- Check the event fee box for transparency in event costs. (17:38)
- Event Setup and Overview
- Overview of setting up events, discussing early bird pricing and promo codes. (32:22)
- Customization options for event details, location, and description. (33:20)
- Event Fee and Payment Options
- Choosing payment options and setting up event fees. (35:02)
- Integration with PayPal for a seamless payment process. (35:25)
- Demo: Creating an Event
- Live demonstration of creating an event with various settings. (37:06)
- Setting up event fees, payment options, and publishing the event. (38:15)
Q&A from the audience
How can I collect deposits for RSVP events?
Organizers can link an existing PayPal account to Meetup (or create a new account), to schedule deposits directly into their bank accounts. There’s also a feature request for allowing partial payments on Meetup.
Can I set different prices for in-person and online events?
Meetup Pro subscribers can host hybrid events with different prices for in-person and online options. Promo codes and early bird ticketing offer flexibility in pricing.
Can member dues be used for trial periods?
Yes, member dues can serve as a monetization strategy, providing a trial period for potential members to experience the community before committing.
Resources
The revamped Meetup ticketing system offers organizers an enhanced platform for selling tickets to special events, providing a valuable resource to offset organizing costs. Beyond financial benefits, utilizing this system can potentially lead to hosting more dynamic events, attracting larger crowds. Learn more about ticked events on Meetup!
Last modified on December 12, 2023
