Embracing the Future: The Benefits of Digital Ticketing Solutions

Discover the transformative power of digital ticketing solutions in streamlining event management and enhancing attendee experiences. Explore the convenience, flexibility, and security benefits offered by platforms like HomeTown, revolutionizing traditional ticketing practices. Experience seamless event planning, improved operational efficiencies, and cost savings while ensuring a memorable experience for organizers and attendees alike. Convenience is perhaps the most obvious advantage of online ticketing. No longer do fans have to wait in line at the box office or worry about misplaced, forgotten, or discarded tickets. With digital ticketing, tickets are conveniently stored on smartphones or emailed directly to the purchaser, allowing for easy management and access that can be offered alongside cash payments to offer a wider range of payment options for attendees. This means that fans can: Simply present their digital ticket for scanning at the venue entrance Experience a streamlined end to end process from purchasing to checking in, eliminating the hassle of physical tickets.  Allows for digital payments to be made and accepted for both the patrons and providers. Moreover, digital ticketing enhances the overall experience for event goers. Attendees can easily purchase tickets online from the comfort of their own homes, or on their mobile device while on the go, reducing the need to physically visit a ticketing booth resulting in lines at venues and a poor start to an event. Digital ticketing platforms can include interactive capabilities such as: Seat selection Real-time event updates The flexibility to modify their reservation or  Peer to peer transfer of tickets  And much more giving them a more flexible, engaging, and personalized experience. For schools, digital ticketing offers a wealth of benefits such as simplified daily operations and streamlined marketing and communications – making event management a breeze for administrators.  The ability to create and manage events in one platform allows for organizers to host their ideal event within a single source. Platform administrators can customize every parameter, from how many tickets sold, the types of tickets available, real-time attendance tracking, event updates, concession offerings, and much more. At HomeTown, we understand that event management goes beyond gate attendance. Premier ticketing platforms like HomeTown, will offer reporting features that offer insight into event attendance, capacity management, purchase histories, and revenue management. These insights provide visibility into critical factors not possible with traditional ticketing methods, helping organizers make more informed decisions regarding event logistics and marketing strategies. Adopting a digital-first event experience can also put you and your staff at ease by helping to mitigate the risk of fraud and counterfeit tickets. With advanced security features such as barcode scanning and digital encryption, organizers can ensure that only valid tickets are admitted into the venue. Protecting the integrity of the event and providing peace of mind to both organizers and attendees alike. By eliminating the need for physical ticket printing and distribution, organizers can significantly reduce overhead costs associated with traditional ticketing methods. The benefits of embracing a digital ticketing solution like HomeTown are abundant. From enhanced conveniences, simplified customer experiences, to improved operational efficiencies and cost savings – digital ticketing offers a multitude of advantages for both organizers and attendees alike. HomeTown positions itself at the forefront of innovation while providing a seamless and memorable experience for all.  Ready to get started? Schedule a call to see how HomeTown is here to help you create and manage events that will bring everyone together!  BOOK A MEETING

HomeTown Highlights from NADC 2023

HomeTown took center stage at this year’s National Athletic Directors Conference – literally! At the opening reception of the NFHS and NIAAA – National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association #ADConf23, HomeTown announced that we are re-committing ourselves to our original founding vision, of delivering a premium, education solution that helps Athletic Directors save more MONEY, save more TIME, and create greater IMPACT for the students and programs we serve. This was only one of the few epic highlights from the event. HOMETOWN HIGHLIGHTS   ANNOUNCED STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH SCHOOLFUNDR The partnership with Schoolfundr will allow HomeTown to offer a unified experience for fans and donors, helping you raise money for your programs quickly and efficiently. Bringing Schoolfundr’s platform to HomeTown’s clients provides the optimal fundraising experience with: Best In Class Features: The platform is purpose built for K-12 athletics, with customized options and reporting tools that help you raise more money than ever before Best In Class Support: You’ll have a hands on fundraising coach to guide you every step of the way, making fundraising less work for you and your staff than on any other platform Best In Class Pricing Model: Other fundraising platforms take 20% or more of the funds you raise; Schoolfundr lets you keep all of the funds you raise with ZERO platform fees or subscription fees Our team is ready to help you get started. Schedule a call to learn more about how we can start saving your school money today!    OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF THE WELCOME RECEPTION We were incredibly proud to sponsor this year’s opening night reception! Our team welcomed thousands of Athletic Directors with a live band, exciting announcements, dancing, peer networking and of course, food! What an amazing way to kick off the weekend.    2023 HOMETOWN CUSTOMER AWARDS We know none of the work we do matters without the support and commitment of our customers. For the last decade, we have been proud to partner with passionate school leaders, who work every day to create amazing experiences for students, in the classrooms and in all extra-curricular activities. Check out this year’s 2023 HomeTown Customer Award winners and see how they are making an impact at their school and within their community.    HOMETOWN RAFFLE  Drumroll, please…Congratulations to Jason Fowler from East Mecklenburg High in NC who is the lucky winner of the HomeTown game-day ready raffle prize – a custom pair of HomeTown AirPod Max headphones! We can’t wait to see these shine on the sidelines.    NADC DOOR PRIZE WINNERS One of the most exciting parts of the conference every year is participating in the NADC Door Prizes! This year HomeTown entered two items into the raffle, and we are over-the-moon for our winners. A massive congratulations to Cora Lanter from Severance High School who was the recipient of our $1,000 donation towards their next fundraising campaign. This could not have gone to a more deserving school, as Severance High School just opened its doors in the fall of 2019. The HomeTown team is proud to support your programs!  Stephen Nolan, a retired Athletic Director from New York won a custom WHOOP fitness and activity tracker, including a one-year membership!  If you weren’t able to attend the event this year, we’ve got you covered. Set up time with a HomeTown expert to talk about how we can help you better manage events, increase engagement, expand your social media presence, collect donations, and manage funds.