{"id":768,"date":"2026-04-21T06:41:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T10:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/realize-live\/?p=768"},"modified":"2026-04-21T06:41:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T10:41:30","slug":"networking-at-realize-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/realize-live\/networking-at-realize-live\/","title":{"rendered":"Networking nirvana: your guide to connecting at Realize LIVE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>At the end Realize LIVE each year we collect customer feedback and networking always scores highly.\u00a0 The opportunity to connect with and learn from our peers is wired into our DNA.\u00a0\u00a0We asked our event host, Magnus Edholm, to dive a bit deeper and find out how to make even more connections and learn directly from other engineers at Realize LIVE.  So, Magnus sat down for a conversation with Taryn Blake, our community manager to get her take on &#8216;all things networking&#8217; and you can listen here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeFIVE_Networking.mp3\"><\/audio><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Realize FIVE podcast: Networking with Community Manager, Taryn Blake. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This&nbsp;isn&#8217;t&nbsp;just about collecting&nbsp;business cards;&nbsp;it&#8217;s&nbsp;about building genuine connections and expanding your professional horizons.&nbsp;The event is designed to give you many networking opportunities, from 1-2-1 meetings, small groups to our evening receptions there is always a way to connect.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why&nbsp;networking at Realize LIVE is a&nbsp;game-changer<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Realize LIVE\u00a0isn&#8217;t\u00a0just a conference;\u00a0it&#8217;s\u00a0a vibrant community buzzing with innovation and\u00a0expertise. As Taryn Blake, who runs the\u00a0Community\u00a0Corner, highlights in the podcast, the opportunities to connect are truly abundant. Whether\u00a0you&#8217;re\u00a0looking to share ideas, find solutions, or simply meet like-minded individuals, Realize LIVE has you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your&nbsp;networking&nbsp;toolkit:&nbsp;opportunities&nbsp;galore!<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The podcast really shines a light on the&nbsp;many&nbsp;ways you can connect at the event. Here are some of the opportunities Taryn mentions:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lounge&nbsp;spaces:<\/strong>&nbsp;These are your go-to spots for informal chats and spontaneous connections. Grab a coffee, strike up a conversation, and see where it leads!&nbsp;&nbsp;You can find Industry Lounges in the Solutions&nbsp;Center&nbsp;and the Connections Lounge in the atrium at both Detroit and Amsterdam.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>*NEW*\u00a0Braindate\u00a0sessions:<\/strong>\u00a0Ever wish you could have a focused,\u00a0small group\u00a0conversation with some peers who\u00a0shares your interests or have\u00a0expertise\u00a0you&#8217;re\u00a0seeking?\u00a0That&#8217;s\u00a0exactly what\u00a0Braindates\u00a0offer! As Taryn explains, these are structured 30-minute meetings that you can pre-book, allowing you to connect on specific topics.\u00a0It&#8217;s\u00a0a fantastic way to get personalized insights and make meaningful connections.\u00a0\u00a0Check out the app for topics or add your own \u2013 app launches two weeks (approx.) before the live event.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"472\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-41.jpg\" alt=\"Realize LIVE app homepage showing Braindate\" class=\"wp-image-775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-41.jpg 472w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-41-277x600.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Braindate is available direct from the event app<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Community Corner:<\/strong>&nbsp;This is the heart of the community at Realize LIVE.&nbsp;It&#8217;s&nbsp;a dedicated space designed for interaction, collaboration, and learning.&nbsp;You&#8217;ll&nbsp;find community experts, resources, and plenty of opportunities to engage.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Community Corner for networking, meeting and sharing.\" class=\"wp-image-773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/RealizeLive25_250701_Highlight_07-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Community Corner at Realize LIVE 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for&nbsp;networking&nbsp;success (even for&nbsp;introverts!)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taryn shares some brilliant advice in the podcast, especially for those of us who might be a little more on the introverted side.&nbsp;Don&#8217;t&nbsp;let shyness hold you back!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preparation is&nbsp;key:<\/strong>&nbsp;Before the event, take some time to explore the agenda and&nbsp;identify&nbsp;sessions or topics that genuinely interest you. This will give you natural conversation starters.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Leverage&nbsp;the app:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Realize LIVE&nbsp;app&nbsp;is&nbsp;a treasure trove of information! You can find&nbsp;attendee lists, speaker bios, and&nbsp;Braindate&nbsp;topics. Use these to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;people&nbsp;you&#8217;d&nbsp;like to meet and even send a friendly message beforehand.&nbsp;App launch four weeks (approx.) before the live event.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Listen&nbsp;more&nbsp;than&nbsp;you&nbsp;speak:<\/strong>&nbsp;A great networker is a great listener. Show genuine interest in what others have to say, ask thoughtful questions, and&nbsp;you&#8217;ll&nbsp;build rapport much faster.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Follow&nbsp;up:<\/strong>&nbsp;The networking&nbsp;doesn&#8217;t&nbsp;stop when the event ends! Taryn emphasizes the importance of&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;connections&nbsp;after the event.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Beyond the&nbsp;event:&nbsp;keeping the&nbsp;connections&nbsp;alive<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The podcast also touches on how to keep those valuable connections thriving long after Realize LIVE wraps up. Think about:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.siemens.com\/en-us\/community\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Siemens Software Community:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>The Siemens software\u00a0community\u00a0has\u00a0online forums and groups where you can continue discussions, ask questions, and stay connected with people you met at the event.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/events.sw.siemens.com\/en-US\/realizelive\/realize-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Realize Clubs:<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>These smaller, local events offer a chance to connect with the\u00a0<strong>community closer to you.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Networking with global engineers at Realize LIVE \" class=\"wp-image-772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/Image-19-900x675.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Engineers from across the world meet at Realize LIVE 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, there you have it! Realize LIVE is an incredible platform for learning, growing, and connecting. By taking advantage of the diverse networking opportunities, especially those amazing&nbsp;Braindate&nbsp;sessions, and following Taryn&#8217;s expert advice,&nbsp;you&#8217;ll&nbsp;be well on your way to a truly enriching experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/siemens-6-2-25-drew-bird-1192-lo-res-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/siemens-6-2-25-drew-bird-1192-lo-res-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/siemens-6-2-25-drew-bird-1192-lo-res-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2026\/04\/siemens-6-2-25-drew-bird-1192-lo-res-768x512.jpg 768w, 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