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Websites�V2

Johanna Goode, James Armington

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Agenda

  • Why Websites V2
  • Key Definitions
  • FAQ
  • Build a Website!
  • Coming Soon

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Why�Websites V2

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Business Strategy�Of Websites V2

Why Websites V2

  • RunSignup invests in technology: Email V2, Next-Generation Memberships, Next-Generation Invoicing
  • Websites V2 & Email V2 are two of the most used products.
    • 175,000+ events with websites on RunSignup
    • Will send 800+ Million emails in 2024 (553M in 2023)
  • Help events save money.
  • Help events save time.
  • Help events make more money.

Mailchimp AND Wordpress in one platform - but FREE and purpose-built for events!

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How Websites V2�Are Better for YOU

Why Websites V2

  • Shared components with ticketing and memberships means more frequent upgrades
  • Dynamic components on all pages instead of limiting functionality to Cover Pages
  • More automation to make sure your key information is on your landing page
  • Easier page and menu management with Website Builder
  • Design capabilities are greatly enhanced with more flexible style options (and more to come)

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Timeline of Websites V2

Why Websites V2

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May 2022 - Organization Websites released

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July 2021 - Website V2 released for TicketSignup

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Nov 2021 - Pages and Menus added to Websites V2

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Oct 2022 - Event List for Websites V2

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April 2023 - New homepage & page banner options

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Nov 2023 - Background and Layout options

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March 2024 - Image Gallery for Website V2

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Jan 2024 - Strava map component

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May 2024 - Website V2 released for races

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Onward!

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https://runsignup.com/phillymayorscup

https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/CulverCity/Screenland5K

https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/PeddlersVillageLahaskaBucksCounty/BoogiewithScoogie

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Key�Definitions

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Website �Builder

Key Definitions

Website Builder is the tool you use to create your website. It is primarily a point & click builder, with some drag & drop capabilities.

There are 2 areas of Website Builder:

  • Sidebar (menu creation/setup & theme options)
  • Content Area (where you build the current page)

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Sections�And Components

Key Definitions

Sections are the containers on your website page. They can include one or two columns, and one or many components.

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Components are the content blocks that fill up sections. Components can be static (like text or images) or dynamic (like countdown clocks or donation thermometers.

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Sections and components will each have their own settings.

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Settings

Key Definitions

Settings are available anywhere you see a gear, including:

  • On a page
  • On section
  • On a component
  • On a dropdown menu item

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Websites V2�FAQ

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When Should I�Turn on Websites V2?

FAQ

Anytime (sort of). You can always toggle between your legacy website and Websites V2, so there’s no danger in starting on V2. If you have lots of races, we recommend working on them on a rolling basis.

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Reasons not to turn on V2 yet:

  • There are a few missing features some races will want to wait for
  • Avoid toggling back and forth during periods of high traffic (I.E., registration opening, price increase, race weekend).

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Race Websites V2 Website Settings

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What Key Features

Aren’t Ready Yet?

FAQ

Event Tiles

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Fundraising Leaderboard

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Banner Slideshows

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Hide Signup Button

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Coming�Soon!

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What Else �Is Coming?

What’s Coming

Additional Components

  • Event tiles
  • Header Slideshows
  • Fundraiser Leaderboard
  • Multi-Event Donation Goal Thermometer
  • Easy to add layout options
  • FAQ
  • New options for Event Lists

Website Templates

  • Pre-built templates to start your website

Partner Websites

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What Else �Is Coming?

What’s Coming

Event List Updates

  • New display options (calendar, rotating tiles)
  • Improved event selection
  • Add events based on payment account

Image Gallery

  • Extend to slideshows & cards, logos, banners
  • Improve UX for editing image
  • More system images

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Build a �Website!

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What You

Need

Build a Website

Required: Website to Build

  • Recommended: an upcoming race that you want to get a better website
  • Alternative: copy a previous race to test (runsignup.com/myraces -> arrow by race name -> “Copy this Race”). Leave in DRAFT (Wizard Step 1) or PRIVATE (Race -> Display -> Private Race)

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Recommended:

  • Google Gemini or the AI tool of your choice
  • Canva or the graphics tool of your choice
    • https://shorturl.at/948V1 for Canva Templates

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Update Your Theme�Logo & Color Scheme

Build a Website

Theme Options->Logo

  • Add/Update Logo
    • If you’re using a previous race, your logo should have been copied over
  • Add/Update Favicon
    • 40x40

Theme Options->Color Scheme

  • Add/Update Color Scheme
    • If you’re using a previous race, your color scheme should have been copied over
    • Use picker to grab color

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Race Websites V2 Website Builder Theme Options

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Update Your Theme�Homepage Banner & Page Banner

Build a Website

Theme Options->Homepage Banner

  • Option to disable
  • Background image
    • Stacked for images with writing
    • Full height to extend to menu (will be shaded)
  • Key text options

Theme Options->Page Banner

  • Background Image Options (Default & Stacked Only)
  • Key text options
  • Option to disable

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Race Websites V2 Website Builder Theme Options

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Update Your Theme�Website Footer

Build a Website

Theme Options->Website Footer

  • Add custom text to your website footer
  • Contact info, Tax ID, additional links, etc.

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Race Websites V2 Website Builder Theme Options

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Setup�Your Menu

Build a Website

  • Add a New Dropdown
  • Add a New External Link
  • Add System Page
    • Results, photos, donate, sponsors, groups, volunteers, corporate teams, etc.
    • Options depend on race settings
  • Add a New Page
  • Easy to re-order

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Setup�Page & Menu Settings

Build a Website

  • Titles
  • Page URL
  • Meta Descriptions
  • Hide in Navigation/Publish later
  • Change dropdown

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Create Content�Sections & Section Settings

Build a Website

  • Section URL
  • Hide in Navigation/Publish later
  • Layout Options
  • Padding
  • Section Height
    • Important if using background image
  • Rounded Corners
  • Borders
  • Background Options

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Create Content�Components

Build a Website

Common components

  • Contact Form
  • Text
  • Buttons
  • Images
  • Image, Text, Button

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Pull from wizard information

  • Event Description
  • Event Location
  • Map Location

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Create Content�Media Components

Build a Website

  • YouTube Video
  • YouTube Playlist
  • Apple Music Playlist
  • Spotify Playlist

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Create Content�Data Components

Build a Website

  • Countdown Clock
  • Donation Thermometer
  • Sponsors List

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Create Content�Cards

Build a Website

  • Multi-item display
  • Mobile responsive
    • Check image sizes on a variety of devices
  • Can be used as a workaround for event tiles

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Create Content�Strava

Build a Website

  • Displays an interactive Strava Route
  • Can be linked to a Strava Club

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Create Content�Event List

Build a Website

  • Display ticket events and races by event ID, Timer ID, or Partner ID
  • Grid or List View

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Questions?

Questions?