Articles about meeting in person, socializing and the technology behind AOA
Why a ticket isn't enough for people to meet at a big event, and how the attendee room that opens after check-in helps guests see each other, send a mutual signal and stay in touch.
Why an event on its own isn’t enough for people to meet, how to help 100+ guests find relevant contacts, and which metrics measure the result honestly.
Almost everyone in loyalty compares program members with non-members, and that’s selection, not an effect. We go through the research, including studies that don’t flatter trendy mechanics or us.
Why quiet hours cost more than they seem, what the 2025 data shows, and how to calculate your own lost revenue with a simple formula.
About 400 venues have closed in Kyiv over the last two months. That's not an exaggeration. It's the market's new reality.
Why meeting in person matters more than meeting online, and how technology can help us get together offline.
AOA compared with event-based dating apps: verified presence, Quick Actions, a B2B platform for venues and access without downloading anything.
What a Living Library is, how it works in AOA, and why listening to real people’s stories is the most powerful way to break down stereotypes.
A deliberate choice to skip a full chat in favor of Quick Actions: less spam, more real introductions.
Why more technology doesn’t mean more connection, and how AOA uses technology to bring people back to each other.