Digital tipping for events & venues
Boost event staff retention & income with digital tipping
eTip gives event venues and operators the complete platform to capture digital tips, automate tip distribution, and collect guest feedback — so your staff earn more, stay longer, and deliver more memorable events.
Proudly trusted by leading brands and operators
Platform
Everything event venues and operators need to retain staff and streamline operations
Digital tipping
73% of guests don't carry cash.
eTip captures the tips your event staff are currently losing.
Key benefits:
- QR codes on event programmes, table cards, bar tops, wristbands, or staff lanyards
- No app download required — guests scan and tip in 8 seconds
- Branded tipping flow matches your venue or event aesthetic
- Works for bartenders, servers, coat check, security, setup crew — every tipped role
Tip management & payouts
Stop wasting hours on tip math.
eTip automates pooling, distribution, and payouts — so your event managers can actually manage.
Key benefits:
- Automated tip pooling by role, event, shift, or custom rules
- Include temporary staff and contractors without traditional bank accounts
- Instant payouts to debit cards, bank accounts, PayPal, Venmo
- IRS-compliant reporting exports directly to payroll
- Zero manual calculations, zero spreadsheets, zero post-event disputes
Review & reputation management
Turn every tip into actionable insight.
Know exactly which staff deliver exceptional event experiences and where to coach.
Key benefits:
- Guests leave feedback when they tip specific team members
- Identify coaching opportunities before they become complaints or negative reviews
- Real-time dashboard shows top performers and service trends by event type
- Track NPS scores and guest satisfaction by venue, event, or department
- Build a recognition culture based on actual guest appreciation
Our impact
Event venues and operators using eTip see
$4.5/hr
boost to earnings
Make tipping fast & convenient for guests, and watch staff earnings soar
60%
improved staff retention
Increased earnings = happier & more loyal staff across your events and venues
20hr/week
in time saved
Teams save on average 20 hours per week on tip management & distribution
“We were seeking ways to increase associate morale and retention. Finding ourselves in an increasingly cashless society we’ve seen a drop in cash tipping. Since most hotels do not have ATMs and some have even gone to a cashless operation, a digital tipping solution overcomes these obstacles.”
$180K+
in digital tips received
159
managed hotels launched
7000+
guest reviews received
Features
Features built for events & venue operations
Unlimited team members
Add your entire event team — bartenders, servers, security, coat check, setup crew — no per-employee fees.
Unlimited storage
Store all tip data, guest feedback, and transaction history across all events and venues with no limits.
Unlimited team training
Full onboarding for every role — repeated as needed for seasonal staff, temporary hires, and new venues.
Round-the-clock support
Direct access to our team. Email or call anytime — events run evenings, weekends, and holidays, and so do we.
White-glove setup
We configure all custom tip pools, integrate with your event management and payroll systems, and train all staff before your first event goes live.
Enterprise-grade protection
PCI DSS & SOC 2 Type II compliant security — trusted by leading venues and hospitality brands nationwide.
AI-powered insights
AI analyzes guest feedback and tip patterns to show you which staff consistently deliver exceptional event experiences, who deserves recognition, and where service improvements will have the biggest impact on guest satisfaction and staff retention across your venues.
Integrations built for events & venue workflows
Our integrations fit seamlessly into your operations, connecting event management platforms, POS, and payroll systems to reduce manual work and keep your data in sync across every event.
Industry defining support
Real support from people who understand events & venue operations
We don't hand you software and disappear. Every venue gets a dedicated account manager who understands event workflows, responds fast, and helps your staff and team succeed.
- Someone who knows your venue
Not a ticket queue — a real person who understands your event types, staffing model, and operational challenges. - Proactive optimization
We reach out with ideas to increase tip frequency based on what's working at similar venues and event operators. - Setup done right
We configure tip pools, integrate with your event management system, and train your team before the first event — not after problems happen. - Response when you need it
Email or call anytime. We respond in minutes because your events and staff can't wait for "business hours." - Ongoing improvements
Monthly check-ins to review performance, adjust strategies, and ensure your team is maximizing earnings across every event.
Ready to stop losing your best event staff to competing venues?
Learn how digital tipping can help event venues and operators increase staff retention, boost team earnings, and deliver more memorable guest experiences.
