Association of Government Accountants Partners with a2z to Offer ChirpE Premium Mobile App at All Chapter Events
June 20, 2017
Maryland-based event management and marketing solution provider, a2z, Inc., has partnered with the Association of Government Accountants to offer its award-winning ChirpE Premium mobile app solution at all AGA chapter events.
This initiative will enable AGA members attending chapter education and leadership conferences to leverage a fully-functional, state-of-the-art mobile app solution to maximize their event experience.
“We are excited and honored to be AGA’s chosen partner for providing a fully-integrated mobile app technology to its chapter members across the globe,” said Rajiv Jain, CEO of a2z, Inc.
He continued, “AGA’s national educational event attendees have always been very appreciative of the smart search and planning power that the ChirpE solution puts in their hands. With this new partnership, a similar personalized experience will now also be available to thousands of financial management professionals associated with AGA’s chapters.”
AGA has 100 chapters across the U.S. and worldwide that host training events, business meetings, educational seminars and social events for government financial management professionals, including three major annual events that range in size from 500 to several thousand attendees.
Since 2011, the association has been utilizing a2z’s cloud-based exposition and conference management solution for its national and international events.
When AGA was looking for a way to leverage technology and streamline the onsite attendee experience, it tapped a2z to introduce a mobile app, which has consistently received very high adoption and satisfaction level ratings from event attendees every year since its adoption at AGA’s 2014 PDC Summit.
Most recently, the app was used by 73 percent of attendees at AGA’s 2017 National Leadership Training conference, held Feb. 15-16 in Washington D.C.
Besides helping attendees engage speakers, search for sessions and create personalized itineraries, the ChirpE app also offered an audience response system that helped attendees engage in discussions and gave speakers an opportunity to get real-time feedback through live polling and session evaluations.
“We got rave reviews about the app (and) when we heard such positive comments, we knew that we were doing something right,” said Jerome Bruce, AGA director of meetings and expositions.
Besides enabling attendees to search and browse sessions and speakers, and build a personalized planner without requiring internet connectivity, ChirpE users can also access additional features such as session Q&A, handouts and notes tools.
In addition, a2z provides comprehensive promotional and end-user support for each mobile app deployment.
“I like new technology and I’m always on board with anything that gives attendees a new experience every year,” Bruce said.
He continued, “Happy attendees are return attendees – it’s a monetary value. If they’re happy with the experience, even the little things, they’ll come back and we’ll see a return on investment.”
For more information about a2z’s ChirpE Premium mobile app solution, go here.
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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