99active

Connecting Providers and Participants

30.11.2024 4 min reading time

How Our Act Store Brings People Together

At 99active, the act store isn't just a place to list events—it's the beating heart of our platform. It's where creative providers connect with eager participants to share skills, spark joy, and create meaningful memories. But as a newly launched platform, we know trust is key. That's why the act store is designed to be much more than just another experience platform—it's your partner in hosting and discovering acts that matter.
A Platform Built for Connection
  • For Providers: Imagine you're Emily, a candle-making enthusiast. Every December, you host Christmas candle-making workshops. You're passionate about sharing your craft, but managing bookings, payments, and communication with participants often feels overwhelming.
  • With the 99active act store, you're in control. You create an act page with all the details—time, location, materials included, and ticket price. Participants can book easily, and you receive a complete participant list before the act, along with automated tools to handle payments and send reminders. It's not just a listing—it's your all-in-one tool for hosting acts professionally and stress-free.
  • For Participants: Now imagine you're Sarah, someone looking for a fun, creative way to spend a winter afternoon. Browsing the act store, you find Emily's Christmas candle-making workshop. Everything is clearly explained—the price, what's included, and even a note saying, "Bring your favorite holiday playlist!" You book confidently, knowing exactly what to expect.
The act store turns what could have been an overwhelming search into a simple, exciting discovery of local, live experiences.
Empowering Providers to Succeed
The act store is built with providers like Alex in mind. Alex hosts sunset acrylic painting classes, where participants sip hot cocoa and learn to paint the glowing skies. With 99active, Alex sets the ticket price to cover materials, effort, and time. Unlike other platforms, 99active doesn't push discounts or vouchers that might undervalue Alex's work. Instead, it ensures a fair price that participants respect. Alex can focus on teaching and inspiring, while the act store handles bookings, payment tracking, and participant communication. Alex also links his Instagram profile, giving participants a chance to follow his journey and join future classes. It's a win-win—he gets more visibility, and participants feel connected to a real person behind the experience.
A vibrant sunset over calm waters, with a solitary sailboat in the distance. The sky is painted with hues of orange, pink, and gold, reflecting on the ocean's surface.
Making the Act Store Fun and Accessible for Participants
For parents like Rachel, finding engaging activities for kids can be tough during winter. That's why she loves browsing the act store for experiences like winter scavenger hunts. Providers hosting these hunts create detailed listings with themes, meeting points, and what kids will discover—like spotting snowy animal tracks or finding winter plants. With everything clearly listed, Rachel knows her kids will have fun and she can plan accordingly. And because the act store ensures a small ticket fee, providers can prepare confidently, knowing how many families to expect. This mutual commitment reduces no-shows and ensures every participant gets the experience they signed up for.
A family outdoors in a park, with two children smiling and examining something in their hands as their parents look on warmly. The scene is full of autumn colors, creating a cozy and engaging atmosphere.
Fostering Unique Experiences and Connections
The act store isn't just about transactions—it's about meaningful connections. Take Lisa, for example, who hosts scarf-making workshops with tea time. Participants don't just learn to knit—they share conversations over warm cups of tea, creating scarves and friendships. Lisa uses the act store to set up her workshops, pricing them fairly to cover high-quality yarns and refreshments. She also links her Etsy shop, where participants can explore her other handmade creations. The act store helps Lisa combine teaching with selling, creating a recurring customer base that loves supporting her work. For participants, this means they get more than a scarf—they leave with a memory of a cozy afternoon and a story tied to the item they made.
A cozy scene with a cup of tea on a saucer, accompanied by a white ceramic jug on a wooden table. Soft light filters through the room, with delicate flower petals floating in the air, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
What Makes the Act Store Different?
The act store is designed to build trust and connection. Here's how:
  • For Providers: It's your platform to teach, grow, and connect with participants. From customizable pricing to professional tools, you have everything you need to create amazing acts without the hassle.
  • For Participants: It's your go-to for discovering unique, local experiences that are transparent, trustworthy, and easy to book.
Whether you're hosting Christmas candle-making workshops, sunset painting classes, winter scavenger hunts, or scarf-making afternoons, the act store empowers providers to succeed and participants to discover experiences they'll cherish.
Trust Starts Here: Join the 99active Community
The act store is the heart of 99active—a place where fairness, creativity, and connection come together. We're here to help providers turn their passions into thriving acts and participants find joy in new adventures. Whether you're a provider ready to share your talents or a participant searching for something special, trust 99active to make it happen. Let's grow this community together, one act at a time.
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Written by Kathleen Bartho, CEO and Founder of 99active

With a passion for creating meaningful connections through shared experiences, Kathleen envisions the act store as the heart of 99active—a platform that empowers providers to succeed and participants to discover unique, memorable activities.

At 99active, we're building more than just a platform; we're nurturing a community where fairness, creativity, and connection come together. Through this post, I hope to inspire trust in what we're creating and invite you to be part of this exciting journey. Whether you're a provider ready to share your talents or a participant looking for your next adventure, the act store is where it all begins.

Let's build this together—one act at a time.