Networking Scavenger Hunt App
A scavenger hunt where the clues lead to people, and every find is a conversation.
Why Use a Networking Scavenger Hunt
Most scavenger hunts send people looking for objects or check-in codes. That keeps attendees busy, but it doesn't get them talking. A networking scavenger hunt sends them looking for people, so every find starts a real conversation.
Jam Bingo gives each attendee one prompt at a time, like 'Find an exhibitor who can solve a problem you're having' or 'Find someone from a different industry.' They find the right person, chat, and scan that person's QR code to unlock the next prompt. Exhibitors play too, so booth visits turn into real conversations you can count.
How Does Networking Scavenger Hunt App Work?
Networking Scavenger Hunt App runs on Jam Bingo—the simple, interactive networking activity. It is not a card, it has no squares, and attendees do not fill anything out. Here’s what each attendee does:
How is Jam Bingo Played?
Attendees scan the event’s Jam Bingo QR code (or enter the game code). It runs in the phone’s browser—there is no app to download.
How to Use the Networking Scavenger Hunt App at Your Event
The networking scavenger hunt app helps the people at your event meet new people, not just the people they came with. Here’s how to use it:
- 01Step 1
Decide How Many New People Each Person Meets
Create a Jam Bingo for your event and choose how many different people you'd like each person to talk with. That's the job of the Networking Scavenger Hunt App: getting people past the group they came with and into conversations with people they haven't met yet.
TipNot sure? Start with 5 people each - enough to get everyone past the group they came with. - 02Step 2
Add Conversation Prompts
Pick a ready-made template or write your own prompts. Each prompt gives people a reason to find someone new and a question to start the conversation.
TipKeep prompts about people, not trivia - "Find someone who…" sends people across the room to someone new. - 03Step 3
Display Your Jam Bingo QR Code
Put your Jam Bingo QR code on the big screen, at check-in, or on table cards. People scan it with their phone camera to join - no app to download.
TipExplain it once, in one line: scan, find someone who fits your prompt, talk, then scan each other's QR code. - 04Step 4
Let People Meet New People
Each person gets a conversation prompt, finds someone who fits it, and talks with them. Then they scan that person's QR code to get their next prompt and meet someone else.
TipGive it 20 to 45 minutes during a reception, break, or networking session. - 05Step 5
Everyone Leaves With Their Connections
Every connection is saved, so each person gets a list of the people they met - with the contact info they shared and the conversations they had.
TipRecognize the people who met the most new people at the end - it's an easy way to wrap up.
Ready to Use the Networking Scavenger Hunt App at Your Event?
Create a Jam Bingo, add your own prompts, and get a QR code for your event. You’ll be directed to the Create Account page first.
Have questions? Book a 15-minute demo.
Where to Use Networking Scavenger Hunt App
Expos and Trade Shows
Send attendees to exhibitors with a real reason to start a conversation.
- More booth conversations
- Traffic across the whole floor
- Results for sponsors
Conference Receptions
Turn a crowded reception into a people hunt that mixes the whole room.
- Everyone plays at once
- Built-in openers
- Saved connections
Company Kickoffs
Help employees find people across teams, offices and departments.
- Breaks silos
- Live leaderboard
- No printing
Networking Scavenger Hunt vs. Object Scavenger Hunt
| Feature | Object Scavenger Hunt | Jam Bingo Networking Scavenger Hunt |
|---|---|---|
| What attendees find | Objects or posted codes | The right people |
| Conversations | Optional | Every find is a conversation |
| Booth visits | Scan and leave | Talk, then scan |
| Setup | Hide items or post codes | Add prompts, share one QR code |
| Results | Scans counted | Connections counted and saved |
Example Prompts for Networking Scavenger Hunt App
Taken from the Outdoor Expo Networking template. Use them as a starting point, then adapt them to your group.
Make people move
Start prompts with "Find someone who…" so each one sends players across the room to a new person, not back to their own table.
Mix easy and deeper prompts
Open with quick, observable prompts (something they're wearing, where they're from), then add a few that lead to a real story.
Keep them inclusive
Avoid prompts about money, looks, or anything someone could feel left out of. Everyone should be able to answer at least half of them.
Match the length of your event
Around 12–16 prompts fits a 30-minute game. More prompts than time just leaves people unfinished.
- 1
Find someone wearing gear from a brand you admire, and ask them what's one thing on their bucket list
- 2
Find an exhibitor who can recommend a must-see booth, and ask them how they'd spend a completely free day
- 3
Find someone who's attended this expo 3+ times, and ask them what they're most excited about right now
- 4
Find a person who works in your niche but different market, and ask them what they're currently curious about
- 5
Find someone who can name three emerging industry trends, and ask them what they're currently curious about
See all 5 prompts in the Outdoor Expo Networking template · Browse all templates
Other Platforms Like Jam Bingo
Jam Bingo is designed to help people actually get to know each other, not just exchange names. Unlike icebreaker games that focus on quick interactions or surface-level fun, Jam Bingo is built around meaningful conversations that make it easier for people to open up, find common ground, and build real relationships.
| Features | Jam Bingo | Hoogo | SocialPoint.io | Booth Bingo | Eventgamification.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperless (QR Code Digital) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Custom Branding | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Conversation Prompt | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Meaningful & Intentional Connections | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Contact Sharing (Email, Instagram, Linkedin, etc) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Each person gets a list of everyone they connected with, including contact information and conversations they had. | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Introduction Forum | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Auto Introductions ("Introduce Me") | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a networking scavenger hunt app?
A scavenger hunt where attendees hunt for people instead of objects. Jam Bingo gives each attendee prompts that lead to exhibitors and other attendees, and each find is confirmed with a QR scan.
Does it work at expos and trade shows?
Yes. Write prompts that point to exhibitors, and have exhibitors scan in so attendees can connect with them after each conversation.
Do attendees need an app?
No. They scan a QR code and play in the browser.
How long should it run?
Keep it open for the whole expo or mixer. Most attendees play actively for 30 to 60 minutes.
Can I show results to sponsors?
Yes. You can see how many connections were made.
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