# Entities & Data Model

Runmerge uses a standardized event data model to structure and manage event-related information. This model ensures consistency across different platforms and enables seamless data synchronization.

# Key Entities

• Event
  Represents an event, including details such as the event name, date, location, description, and organizer information. Events serve as the central entity, connecting multiple related components like sessions, attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors.

• Exhibitor
  A company or organization showcasing products or services at an event. Exhibitors can have associated booth details, company profiles, and marketing materials. They may also have representatives (people) linked to their presence at the event.

• People
  Represents individuals associated with an event, including attendees, speakers, moderators, and staff. A person may participate in multiple sessions, hold tickets, or be linked to exhibitors and sponsors in various roles.

• Product
  Items or services showcased by exhibitors or sponsors. Products can be linked to exhibitors, sponsors, or the event itself and may include descriptions, pricing, or availability details.

• Resource
  Any digital or physical content related to an event, such as presentation slides, documents, videos, or promotional materials. Resources can be linked to sessions, sponsors, exhibitors, or people for easy access.

• Session
  A scheduled activity within an event, such as a keynote speech, panel discussion, breakout session, or workshop. Sessions may include details like timing, location, and format, and they are often linked to speakers, moderators, and attendees.

• Sponsor
  A company or individual financially supporting the event. Sponsors can have specific sponsorship tiers, branding placements, and exclusive content. They may also be linked to resources or products that they are promoting.

• Ticket
  Represents a registration or entry pass for an event. Tickets can be linked to people (attendees), specifying the type of access they have (e.g., general admission, VIP, speaker pass).

# Entity Relationships & Linking

Runmerge allows flexible relationships between entities through a structured linking system. Each entity can be associated with others, enabling dynamic connections without a rigid schema.

• An Event can have multiple linked entities, including People, Sessions, Exhibitors, Sponsors, and Resources.
• A Session can have multiple People associated with it, such as speakers, moderators, and attendees.
• A Person can hold multiple Tickets and have access to event-related Resources.
• Exhibitors and Sponsors can be linked to Products they offer and any relevant Resources they provide.
• Resources can be attached to various entities, such as Sessions, Exhibitors, Sponsors, and People, depending on their relevance.

This relationship-based approach ensures flexibility, allowing event organizers to model their data accurately while maintaining a structured yet adaptable framework.

By utilizing this standardized model, Runmerge simplifies integrations, ensuring that data remains consistent and easily accessible across multiple event management platforms.