BuzzCast

BuzzCast is a platform for virtual and hybrid events, delivering a broadcast-quality, scalable, and secure experience for enterprise clients. The company was founded in March 2020 by CEO Ryan Byrne, who had previous experience running a production company for enterprise clients, along with co-founders Luke Peterson and Matthias Thoemmes. They identified a need for a professional-grade virtual event solution that high-end production companies could use.

The platform is built on AWS serverless technology, which allows it to stream in 1080p and scale from a few hundred to hundreds of thousands of attendees. Its single-tenant architecture and SOC2 cybersecurity provide a secure environment for clients. Key features include customizable branding, complex ticketing and format support, an immersive 3D exhibit hall, networking lounges, and detailed analytics. The platform also supports augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) integrations to create more immersive experiences. BuzzCast has served notable clients such as Uber, Carnival Corporation, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the World Trade & Tourism Council.

The company's business model is primarily based on annual subscription fees for platform access, with additional usage-based fees determined by the number of events, attendees, and streaming usage. In October 2021, BuzzCast announced a $4.35 million seed funding round led by Ayre Ventures with participation from The Syndicate, intending to integrate NFTs for ticketing and transactions.

Keywords: virtual event platform, hybrid events, broadcast quality streaming, enterprise events, corporate events, scalable event technology, secure event platform, live streaming, event production, audience engagement, virtual conferences, virtual trade shows, networking tools, event analytics, AR/VR event integration, custom event branding, online summits, single-tenant architecture, SOC2 compliant