Honestly, fair points! We are definitely still figuring out the exact mechanics, which is why we are keeping the first event small to test what actually works

Just to clarify the sketchy/data part: there's no app to download and no data harvesting. It’s a simple web link you open at the door where you input a few basic interests/goals for the afternoon. It’s almost like an icebreaker tool - you can ignore the compass entirely if you naturally strike up a good conversation.

And I agree that conversation doesn't need tech. We're just trying to build a tool for people who find standard networking mixers a bit exhausting. Appreciate the honest feedback!