Eliminate Friction with Simulive

Learn how to use Simulive, a feature that streams pre-recorded videos as if they’re happening live. Perfect for recurring demos, multi-time zone events, or when live speakers aren’t available. This video walks you through: Uploading MP4 videos to your event's Media Tab. Enabling Simulive to schedule automatic start, playback, and end times. Managing live interactions through chat, polls, Q&A, and CTAs during Simulive events. Watch this video to master Simulive and create seamless, engaging virtual events with pre-recorded content.

Gage VerronneauCustomer Success Manager, Sequel.io

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Host Conferences on Your Website

Welcome back to Sequel Academy! Today, we’ll explore hosting conferences on your website with Sequel.io. We’ll go through the dashboard settings and show an example of your potential conference layout. Start by creating a key event for the opening ceremony or keynote address to collect all registrations. Use Sequel registration or a third-party option like HubSpot or Marketo. Remember to enable cross-event registration, allowing attendees to navigate different tracks without registering again. This simplifies the user experience and helps gather engagement data. The registration confirmation email is vital, as it provides the link for accessing all events. Include key speaker highlights to engage attendees. Adjust the wait time for post-event emails to correspond with your last session, and disable the no-show notifications for later sessions. For your website, ensure each session has its own page to enhance user navigation and engagement. Include speaker profiles, session details, and relevant resources on these pages. Finally, send a single follow-up email after the conference to recap and direct attendees to on-demand content instead of multiple thank-you messages. With these tips, you can effectively host conferences on your site using Sequel.io! For more resources, check out other content on Sequel Academy. Good luck with your next webinar!

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Allow Audience Downloads with Resources

Discover how to use Sequel.io's Resources Tab to share valuable content like slides, white papers, infographics, videos, and more directly on the virtual stage. This video covers uploading various file types, controlling their visibility, and even adding links to external resources. Learn how to enhance audience engagement by enabling seamless access to downloads without leaving your event. Log in to your Sequel.io admin dashboard and start optimizing your events today!

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Video 01

Running an Event

Learn how to run seamless virtual events with Sequel.io! In this Sequel Academy video, we walk you through the key features of managing different user roles, controlling the virtual stage, and customizing stage layouts to fit your event’s needs. We've covered everything from understanding permissions for hosts, presenters, and attendees to using layouts like speaker view, picture-in-picture, and grids. We’ll also show you how to move participants on and off stage, share screens, and fine-tune your layouts—plus tips on when to go live and wrap up your session like a pro. Whether you're hosting webinars, panels, or fireside chats, this guide ensures you’ll run every event smoothly. Don’t forget to practice with a dry run and explore our other Sequel Academy videos for more insights! Ready to dive in? Let’s get started!

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Sharing Content on the Virtual Stage

In this Sequel Academy video, we cover all the ways to share content effectively during your events on Sequel.io! Whether you need to do a live website demo, present a slide deck, or play a video, we have the tools you need to engage your audience—right on your website. **Key Topics Covered:** 1. **Screen Sharing:** Perfect for live website demos or real-time walkthroughs. Choose between sharing a browser tab, a window, or your entire screen to guide attendees step by step. 2. **Slides Feature:** Upload your PDF presentations to the media tab so all hosts and presenters can control the flow. No need to say "Next slide!"—everyone can access it seamlessly. 3. **Playing Videos:** For high-quality video sharing, upload MP4s to the media tab. Great for pre-recorded segments or hybrid events without compromising video quality. All uploaded PDFs and videos are stored in the **Media Hub** for easy access during future events. If you want to explore more ways to engage your audience, check out other videos in Sequel Academy! Or jump into the Sequel admin dashboard and create your first event today.

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Running a Dry Run

In this video, we walk you through the importance of dry runs and how to run one effectively in Sequel.io. You'll learn when to do a dry run, how to test with the same setup and tools your presenters will use, and how to catch issues like embed errors or device compatibility before your live event. We also cover key transitions, media playback, and adjusting your embed layout for the best attendee experience. A smooth, dry run ensures everything works perfectly on the event day.

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