Run The World

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Host interactive virtual events to build stronger networks.

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Jordan
Jordan
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Awesome for group meetings

Reviewed on 2021/07/27

Overall, I'm extremely impressed with RTW, and plan to use it for years to come.

Overall, I'm extremely impressed with RTW, and plan to use it for years to come.

Pros

Very impressed with this software. I was using Airmeet, which is great as well, but wasn't perfect. I needed to find something that was flawless for my atendees, and I felt Run the World met those expectations slightly better than Airmeet.

Cons

I've heard they blast my attendees with marketing emails. I'd love to be able to at least throttle that down a bit. But overall, very impressed with the user experience.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Internet
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Amazing user experience for conference attendees

Reviewed on 2021/06/27

Pros

I've attended conferences at RTW multiple times, and i love it! Compared to other virtual meeting/conference platforms, RTW features engaging human connections. During presentation there’s emoji flying around, comments generating fanfares. And there’s also the speed networking session features magical hallway conversation.

Cons

There’s a feature called donation which is a quick way for user to show their support and a great fundraising opportunity for organizations. However, what I don’t like is: it’s hard or impossible to have tax-deductible workflow, even just a tax-deductible receipt option.

Rayne
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  • Industry: Computer & Network Security
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10

Half-baked platform

Reviewed on 2021/06/17

This platform needs an incredible amount of work. It's not there for "prime time" as yet. Good...

This platform needs an incredible amount of work. It's not there for "prime time" as yet. Good ideas but honestly, there needs to be some serious QA work done and User Groups brought in to help make this a fully developed app/platform.

I will continue to support my performers if/when they have another show but I refuse to use the platform again.

Thank you.

Pros

When it works, it works fine. The quality of the video is decent.

Cons

Most everything.
The shows I would attend have multiple pieces to it (pre-show, show, post-show). The way it is all laid out as individual areas, means it makes it very tough to get through to each.
When you increase the size of the screen the chat scrolls right through the presentation (awful).

The video quality will sometimes become so poor (unclear if it's the platform, the content or not), it just starts the show over.

For some of the shows, it would just quit after 10 mins. Again, is this the platform or the video content?
The UI is atrocious and harkens back to 2010 or so with giant ineffective buttons.

A lot of it just doesn't make sense in how it's layed out. And trust me, I've tried.

And the emails. My god the sheer volume of emails one gets just for purchasing 1 show is ridiculous. Each show I get 4-5 messages announcing when the show will start (24 hours to go, show is starting soon! etc). Now add to it that if I purchase pre and post show activities, I get multiple emails for each of those.
It's ridiculous the SPAM your system sends out.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Computer & Network Security
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

RTW is great for virtual event platform

Reviewed on 2022/05/13

Pros

Run The World allows us to run monthly virtual event with small team only.

Cons

I wish Run The World has better support for mobile access.

Alternatives Considered

Zoom Events and Webinars

Switched From

RingCentral Events
Michele
Michele
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  • Industry: Real Estate
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Run the World is Easy to Run!

Reviewed on 2021/06/18

Pros

Super easy for participants to use the platform regardless of technical savy.

Cons

Participants need to have good internet bandwith

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Design
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

Not usable for me at the moment

Reviewed on 2021/05/30

Pros

I like the design of Run the World because it is something different and a bit fresher than traditional tools like Zoom or MS Teams. The group selfie feature is a fun gimmick that I haven't seen before. I also like the "get-to-know-you" feature, which allows participants to get to know each other briefly. Also the option of background music (limited selection) and the yoga exercises are something new and cool.

Cons

Unfortunately, I am not convinced by Run the World. The performance leaves a lot to be desired, a very very good internet connection is required and there is no HD function. In addition, invited participants have to register with Run the World beforehand and then even receive promotional emails, which is an absolute no-go, especially in business. In addition, you have to manually approve participants every time so that they can speak. An option to differentiate between meetings and webinars would be very useful here. The yoga exercises mentioned worked for three participants at the beginning, but when there are five participants, not all of them see this exercise. Screen transmissions are without sound, but this would sometimes be useful. For me, Run the World can't hold a candle to Zoom or MS Teams at the moment, and it's still a long way off.

Lauren
Lauren
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  • Industry: Consumer Goods
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used for 6-12 months
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Worth your time

Reviewed on 2021/06/22

First I was a guest. I like the 1-1 mixer.

First I was a guest. I like the 1-1 mixer.

Pros

The features to engage the audience, like stretching and music. It was so easy to live stream, wow!

Cons

Getting people to "get it" and that they really need to be on computers.

Dil
Dil
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used for Free Trial
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

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Reviewed on 2021/06/22

Its been good but our audiences are soo used to Zoom etc, that they find it a hurdle in their minds...

Its been good but our audiences are soo used to Zoom etc, that they find it a hurdle in their minds to try something new out...and often they have issues joining, playing around the features, audio etc

Pros

Difference to other virtual video tools

Cons

The trouble with audiences signing up to it and then they have issues navigating the system

Jen
Jen
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  • Industry: Consumer Services
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Great for online meetings

Reviewed on 2021/06/18

Customer support is VERY responsive and helpful

Customer support is VERY responsive and helpful

Pros

The ability to communicate and connect with other participants

Cons

Technical glitches with sometimes slow playback

Kerstin
Kerstin
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great Networking software

Reviewed on 2021/06/26

Perfekt for up to an hour networking

Perfekt for up to an hour networking

Pros

Preview of a short description of the next networking partner

Cons

Only familiar with the cocktail hour features but think this is perfekt for what it is supposed to do

Farai
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  • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Overall great conferencing app that needs to be more inclusive

Reviewed on 2021/06/22

Great platform to run virtual communities with a lot of features to encourage and measure engagement...

Great platform to run virtual communities with a lot of features to encourage and measure engagement. The ability to host networking is awesome - keeps our communities together and fosters one on one relationships.

Pros

Full suite of conferencing capabilities on one platform and insights help with after the event reporting

Cons

Bandwidth demand is so high that in an African context it is not easy to use...our network quality and speeds are not very good.

Roxana
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  • Industry: Marketing & Advertising
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Love the tool for our events!

Reviewed on 2022/06/30

Very positive experience, the support team is great too.

Very positive experience, the support team is great too.

Pros

I love how beautiful the event landing pages are.

Cons

Maybe have more flexibility with emailing participants.

Michael
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  • Industry: Translation & Localization
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

How Run The World helped me become a Director of an amazing UAE startup in the Energy/Climate...

Reviewed on 2021/06/22

Replaced global travel / conferences in a powerful new way using cutting edge technology and...

Replaced global travel / conferences in a powerful new way using cutting edge technology and thinking

Pros

very intuitive - answers questions before they become obvious

Cons

Nothing stands out that I did not like - it all seemed to work seamlessly

Steph
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  • Industry: Consumer Services
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Highly recommend Run the World!

Reviewed on 2021/06/25

Pros

I love the simplicity and ease of use of Run The World. It's easy to browse, get started, participate, and onboard friends and colleagues.

Cons

There's not much I don't like. The software is changing so sometimes I feel like I'm learning how to navigate it, but it's only because new functionality is constantly being added.

Gay Lynn
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Run the World brings the world to you when you need it most!

Reviewed on 2021/06/17

I have used it several times over the last year to view Sexy Liberal with Stephanie Miller and it's...

I have used it several times over the last year to view Sexy Liberal with Stephanie Miller and it's been great. I have not had any issues with the program while viewing.

Pros

I like that it is easy to access and to use. It allowed me to sit in on virtual programs that I otherwise would not have been able to see because of the pandemic.

Cons

I can't think of anything that I don't like.

Norbert
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  • Industry: Research
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Fantastic event platform with more and more features

Reviewed on 2021/06/18

Pros

I like that the RTW team is super responsive and strives to incorporate feedback. The event platform itself is awesome, super intuitive, and easy to use. Setting up an event is just a few clicks and post-mortem statistics and pulling the attendee list is also pretty straightforward. The speed networking feature "Cocktail Party" is a success every time.

Cons

The only thing that is a bit annoying is having to switch between sessions if you're doing a multi-session event.

Robin
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  • Industry: Leisure, Travel & Tourism
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Great software

Reviewed on 2021/06/22

Pros

Simple and easy to use. Navigation was easy between rooms.

Cons

Many speakers had issues with screen sharing or audio clarity.

Hehe
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great for team building and conferences

Reviewed on 2021/06/17

easy onboarding, quick to invite and build an event agenda, very fun to use and host team socials,...

easy onboarding, quick to invite and build an event agenda, very fun to use and host team socials, celebrations, conferences on it.

Pros

very easy to use, 1:1 cocktail party and round table features make my event very social and interactive. Great for companies, marketing teams, and education institutes.

Cons

nothing much. the experience is great. I wish there could be more engagement features in the future.

Kate
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Run the world - - A forum for discussion

Reviewed on 2021/06/18

I have had the opportunity to connect with colleagues in a deeply meaningful way using "Run the...

I have had the opportunity to connect with colleagues in a deeply meaningful way using "Run the World" virtual social gatherings software. There is more sense of human connection and of spontaneity than many of the other platforms I have used. Chance encounters and conversations have been added to the online experience that mirror the physical world experience of a conference.

Pros

I have found the unexpected discussions in the mixing part of the events particularly inspiring. Not knowing who you will talk to and sharing insights on the fly is not a live event - - but it is the next best thing. The styling of the chat encouraged to participation.

Cons

I have not specific cons - - Meeting online can be challenging and depends so much on the hosts and their helpers to work. I have had a great experience with Run the World.
If I had a Con - Perhaps the name of the software. Connect the world? Wouldn't guess what it was if I didn't know...

Oraib
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  • Industry: Pharmaceuticals
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Rescued Science in covid

Reviewed on 2021/06/26

When covid 19 pandemic started abd all the experiences became an on-line trial.. run the world...

When covid 19 pandemic started abd all the experiences became an on-line trial.. run the world was my number one worthwhile website .. loved how it helps us to enjoy the event ..it was easy to use and directly orientated

Pros

It's easy to use.. very professional..the way it shows the speaker and media was good

Cons

It's kind of expensive that's all actually

Amy
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  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

Run the World

Reviewed on 2021/06/17

Great experience, nice platform

Great experience, nice platform

Pros

The interface was pleasing to the eye and easy to navigate

Cons

I wish there was more interaction between participants

Cynthia
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 2.0 /10

Don’t like the app

Reviewed on 2021/06/18

I wouldn’t choose it or recommend it

I wouldn’t choose it or recommend it

Pros

The chatting feature with other attendees

Cons

I accidentally touched the screen and the live event went back to the beginning. Twice. It was hard to know that it started. People in chat were referencing things I had not seen. I waited to meet someone and I couldn’t do it leading others to think I dropped them It’s not at all intuitive and there were lots of issues at a couple of the events

Emily
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  • Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Great software

Reviewed on 2021/06/17

We used this to host orientation and club day at our school. It was an easy way to show all...

We used this to host orientation and club day at our school. It was an easy way to show all incoming students what was available to them on one website. It was a great experience and everything ran pretty smoothly.

Pros

I liked how you can drop in and out of different sessions, with all the rooms in one easily accessible place.

Cons

The viewers showed a total, and not who was currently watching. I would prefer if it showed a live updated of how many people were currently in the room to see the viewers.

Michael
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Run The World review

Reviewed on 2021/06/22

I also like the emojis, and the whole aesthetic. I'm just limited in my opinion by only having been...

I also like the emojis, and the whole aesthetic. I'm just limited in my opinion by only having been a participant, like I said above.

Pros

I love the cocktail roulette wheel thing at the beginning, to meet new people. The randomness is fun, the UI is great. I still laugh a little because it's so crazy, in a good way.

Cons

I'm sorry I can't think of anything. I haven't tried using it as anything but a participant.

Stephenie
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  • Industry: Media Production
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Run the World

Reviewed on 2021/06/25

Overall, I was happy to be able to have the experience. There were frustrating moments, but once I...

Overall, I was happy to be able to have the experience. There were frustrating moments, but once I got those worked out, everything seemed to work great!

Pros

I loved being able to chat with several folks from around the world during live chat sessions.

Cons

Trying to replay the prerecorded show on my smart TV was difficult. I had different issues each time.