GlobalMeet Named Best ‘Overall Virtual Event Solution of the Year’ in 2025 RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards
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Webcasting platform recognized for driving innovation and engagement in virtual event technology for remote and hybrid workforces
GlobalMeet’s selection by the RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards underscores its value in empowering remote work through seamless, secure virtual collaboration. The browser-based, AI-enhanced platform eliminates the need for downloads or setup, making it easy for audiences to connect from anywhere. Features like live polling, automated face framing and integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot and Marketo help streamline tasks and keep remote teams engaged. GlobalMeet also ensures every virtual event and experience is secure with 24/7 technical support and enterprise-grade security features, including encrypted data, precise access controls and single sign on (SSO) integration.
The RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards recognize the products and services driving digital transformation to empower remote workforces globally. The RemoteTech Breakthrough program is part of Tech Breakthrough, an internationally recognized market intelligence company specializing in emerging B2B and B2C technology.
“Being named the ‘Overall Virtual Event Solution of the Year’ by the RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards reinforces our mission to deliver meaningful and accessible virtual experiences,” said the CMO of GlobalMeet, Trent Waterhouse. “As the workplace continues to evolve, organizations need dependable, intuitive tools to keep stakeholders connected and engaged from anywhere. This recognition reflects the value GlobalMeet brings to remote collaboration for organizations every day.”
GlobalMeet supports remote collaboration for participants at scale with reliable, high-performance technology built on a secure, private cloud infrastructure. The platform’s built-in accessibility features, including live captions, real-time language translation and screen reader compatibility, ensure every event member can engage fully, regardless of location, language or ability. By eliminating technical friction and creating an environment that fosters inclusivity, GlobalMeet strengthens connection and productivity across distributed workforces.
Now in its sixth year, the RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards program evaluates thousands of nominations from around the world each year. Categories span across collaboration tools, communication platforms, HR and workforce management solutions, cybersecurity innovations and more.
To learn more about GlobalMeet, visit www.globalmeet.com.
To view the full list of winners of the 2025 RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards, visit https://remotetechbreakthrough.com.
About GlobalMeet
For over 25 years, GlobalMeet has been a trusted provider for virtual and hybrid event webcasting, delivering services today to more than half of North America’s largest banks, biotech, energy, hospitality, insurance, life sciences, pharmaceutical, technology, and the world’s largest accounting firms, collectively responsible for auditing 90% of the Fortune 500. GlobalMeet scales to the largest audiences because we own and operate our own global streaming-as-a-service infrastructure. The GlobalMeet hybrid events, training, webcasting, webinar, and virtual events platform is fully customized to use your branding, with full HD video and high-fidelity audio that scales to the largest audiences. GlobalMeet also offers chat, polling, Q&A, and surveys to help keep attendees engaged. Our experienced event producers deliver professional onboarding, targeted training, managed event production, and real-time support to ensure your success. GlobalMeet also offers CRM integrated reporting and analytics to provide a comprehensive view of events, attendees, presenters, content, and engagement. By enabling On-Demand and Simulated Live playback of recorded events, your audience can watch at their convenience, supported by a full suite of captioning, transcription, and translation capabilities. When your message matters™, our people make sure your people look and sound their best, with 24/7 LIVE support to take care of all the technical details before, during, and after each event. For more information, visit www.globalmeet.com.
GlobalMeet Names Richard Smith Vice President of Global Sales
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Seasoned sales and marketing executive with expertise in building high-performance enterprise software sales teams brings a proven track record of driving growth to the most trusted webcasting solution.
PHOENIX (January 14, 2025) – GlobalMeet, a virtual event technology leader, today announced the appointment of Richard (“Rick”) Smith as VP of Global Sales. Leading the teams that service worldwide customer relationships, Smith will leverage his 20 years of experience driving profitable revenue growth at large, publicly traded software companies to help customers and partners achieve better business outcomes and return on investment with GlobalMeet’s streaming-as-a-service technology. GlobalMeet helps organizations execute flawless hybrid events, video training, webcasting, webinars, and virtual events every time through a smoother, more reliable live production experience.
Prior to joining GlobalMeet, Smith served as VP of Sales at AI, IoT, cloud, and automation provider FPT Software. Previously, he served as Director of Enterprise Sales South at Zoom, and held key commercial leadership positions at Sprinklr, Salesforce, Oracle, and Hewlett-Packard, consistently delivering exceptional revenue growth and market expansion results.
“Rick is responsible for driving sales strategy, expanding market presence, and fostering a culture of collaboration between our customers and our experienced event professionals,” said GlobalMeet CEO Kim Niederman. “Our focus on innovation with our customers is constantly reshaping the future of hybrid and virtual events. I am confident Rick will drive growth and value creation across the GlobalMeet platform.”
“Joining the GlobalMeet team is an incredible opportunity to collaborate on strategy and innovation for companies worldwide,” said Rick Smith, VP of Global Sales. “I look forward to rolling up my sleeves to enable customer success and drive long-term growth for GlobalMeet.”
GlobalMeet is a webcasting platform trusted by Fortune 500 companies to engage and inspire large, worldwide audiences. As a leader in the events industry, GlobalMeet leverages cutting-edge innovation, robust reporting and analytics, and high-impact broadcasting capabilities to drive advancements in event technology.
Smith earned his MBA from Eastern University and a B.A. from Shippensburg University.
About GlobalMeet
50% of North America’s largest banks, biotech, energy, hospitality, insurance, life sciences, pharmaceutical, technology, and the world’s largest accounting firms, responsible for auditing 90% of the Fortune 500, trust GlobalMeet as their preferred webcasting provider for more than 25 years. GlobalMeet scales to the largest audiences because we own and operate our own global streaming-as-a-service infrastructure. The GlobalMeet hybrid events, training, webcasting, webinar, and virtual events platform is fully customized to use your branding. GlobalMeet delivers full HD video and high-fidelity audio that scales to the largest audiences with chat, polling, Q&A, and surveys for audience engagement. GlobalMeet’s experienced event producers deliver professional onboarding, targeted training, managed event production, and real-time support to ensure your success. Enabling On-Demand and Simulated Live playback of recorded events, your audience can watch at their convenience, supported by a full suite of captioning, transcription, and translation capabilities. Reporting and analytics provide a comprehensive view of events, attendees, presenters, content, and engagement while integrating with your CRM. When your message matters™, our people make sure your people look and sound their best as we take care of all the technical details before, during, and after each event with 24/7 LIVE support. For more information, visit www.globalmeet.com.
