An afterwork is a social event held after work hours, typically at the end of the week and often over a drink, providing an opportunity for colleagues to unwind and strengthen their social connections. For a company, organizing an afterwork offers benefits such as improving team cohesion and communication across departments. It is also an excellent opportunity to connect multiple companies, allowing participants to meet in a relaxed setting conducive to discussions and networking.

A roundtable is a collaborative event where a group of experts or professionals come together to discuss and exchange ideas on a specific topic. The goal is to create an interactive event that fosters conversation, allowing everyone to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives. This format encourages collective thinking, enhances networking, and can lead to new collaborations or opportunities. It’s a powerful way to improve communication, generate innovative ideas, and create synergies between players in the same or different industries.

Mood Maker recommends combining these two formats to spark inspiration and foster connections. We’ve organized numerous afterwork roundtable events, including for Orso Media during the GDILive and Panier Live sessions, as well as for French Tech Barcelona, as highlighted below.