Quick Answer
Anyone with a Heritage Web account can create Event listings. There are no prerequisites—you don't need an existing Profile listing, Organization listing, or any special permissions. Simply log into your dashboard and create your event.
Overview
Heritage Web makes event promotion accessible to everyone in our community. Whether you're an individual hosting a workshop, a business promoting a grand opening, or a nonprofit organizing a fundraiser, you can create Event listings right away.
Who Can Create Events
User Type | Can Create Events? | Notes |
New account (just signed up) | ✓ Yes | Immediate access |
Account with unpublished Profile | ✓ Yes | No need to complete Profile first |
Account with published Profile | ✓ Yes | Events are separate from Profile |
Account with Organization listings | ✓ Yes | Events are separate from Organizations |
Team members (Content Manager or Admin) | ✓ Yes | Can create on behalf of account owner |
Team members (View-Only) | ✗ No | Cannot create or edit listings |
No Prerequisites Required
Unlike some platforms, Heritage Web doesn't require you to:
Complete your Profile listing first
Have an approved Organization listing
Reach a certain account age
Pay for a subscription
Get special approval
If you have a Heritage Web account, you can create Event listings.
What You'll Need
To create and publish an Event listing, you'll need:
Requirement | Details |
Heritage Web account | Free account is sufficient |
Event Logo | Image file (min 200×200px, max 5MB) |
Event details | Title, description, date/time, category |
Valid event | Must be a legitimate upcoming event |
Common Use Cases
Individuals can create events for:
Professional workshops or seminars
Networking meetups
Educational sessions
Community gatherings
Businesses can create events for:
Grand openings
Client appreciation events
Product launches
Open houses
Organizations can create events for:
Conferences and conventions
Fundraisers and galas
Cultural festivals
Community celebrations
Associations can create events for:
Member meetings
Continuing education (CLE, CME, CPE)
Annual conferences
Networking mixers
Important Notes
Free and Sponsor tiers available—anyone can start with a free Event listing
Multiple events allowed—create as many Event listings as you need
Each event needs its own listing—recurring events require separate listings for each occurrence
Events go through review—all listings are reviewed before publication
No lead matching—Events are promotional only, unlike Profile and Organization listings
FAQs
I just created my account. Can I post an event immediately? Yes. You can create an Event listing as soon as you have a Heritage Web account—no waiting period or prerequisites.
Do I need to complete my Profile before creating an Event? No. Your Profile listing and Event listings are completely separate. You can create Events without touching your Profile.
Can I create an Event for someone else's organization? Yes, if you have their permission. You might also consider having them create their own Heritage Web account, or adding you as a team member on their account.
Is there a limit to how many Events I can create? No. Create as many Event listings as you need for different events.
Do I need to pay to create an Event listing? No. Free Event listings are available to everyone. Sponsor tier provides priority placement and additional features like SMS notifications.