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Earn points, level up.
Club Connect gives you more control over how you experience Connect's Hosted Buyer program.
You asked, we listened.
Club Connect is your gateway to a personalized and rewarding experience as a Connect hosted buyer. Our points-based rewards system grants you access to exclusive perks such as priority accommodations or hassle-free airport-to-hotel transportation at our signature events. With Club Connect, you're in control of enhancing your hosted buyer experience like never before.
How It Works
Club Connect gives you more control over how you experience our Hosted Buyer program.
Sign Up
Got five minutes?
Then you've got more than enough time to sign up for Club Connect! By creating your account, you'll be able to complete various activities to earn points and unlock exclusive perks. All you have to do is tell us a little bit about yourself and take a peek around the platform to start earning points.
Complete Activities
The more activities you complete, the more points you'll earn!
From downloading our latest white paper to referring a friend to our First Time Hosted Buyers program, there's plenty of activities to choose from. Activities will change and be updated periodically so you will have new ways to earn points.
Earn Rewards
Now for the fun part.
As a Club Connect member you're able to trade in your points for exclusive perks and benefits at any of our signature events. You could earn priority seating at education sessions, entry into our hospitality suite, airport-to-hotel transportation, and more.
Earn points, level up.
The more points you earn, the more rewards and perks you'll unlock. What are you waiting for?
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I join?
It's easy! To join Club Connect, just click here to sign up for an account at and you’ll be registered. Once you have signed up, an account confirmation will be sent to the email address that was used to create this account.
If I’ve attended an event as a hosted buyer, do I need to sign up?
If you've registered to attend a Connect event after May 2023, you will automatically be signed up for Club Connect.
How do I move to a higher membership level?
To move to a higher membership level, you just need to earn Connection Points! Each level has a specific number of Connection Points you must earn in order to move up. To see the full list of point-earning opportunities simply log into the platform.
Do my points expire?
Yes, after 12 months your points will expire. Your membership status will update according to your new point balance.
How can I redeem my points?
You will automatically qualify to receive perks for the tier level you achieve up to one month before the start of the show. Any points you collect after this cut-off will be applied to perks at the following show. For instance, if you are registered to attend Connect Marketplace 2024, you must collect 600 points by July 27th to secure your Club Connect status. Points earned after July 27th will count towards your tier status for future Connect events.
When will I receive my points for referring a Hosted Buyer?
You will receive points after the referred buyer is qualified and approved by a member of the Hosted Buyer Experience team to attend a Connect event.
When will I receive my points for registering for a Connect event?
You will receive points after attending the Connect event that you registered for. Points are only granted to those members who register for a Connect event through Club Connect and attend the event.
