An operator is assigned to monitor a conference for its entire duration.

Operators collect specific information about callers and place them into the appropriate conference.

While a conference is in progress, a separate phone line can be established for a direct communication between the operator and the leader of the call.

Web-based application that assists leaders in the control of Q&A conferences.

Web-based scheduling tool where leaders can create and modify conferences, as well as view participants.

An operator places the conference in a "listen only" mode where all participants are muted while the leader speaks.

The assigned operator runs a controlled question and answer session allowing the leader to address one question at a time.

During the call, an operator gathers responses to leader specified questions by requesting callers to press corresponding numbers on their telephone key pad.

An operator dials out to specified phone numbers and manually places the callers into the appropriate conference.

The leader initiates their own dial out by pressing *1 and joining callers to the conference.

Operator collects requested participant information and compiles a report that is sent via email following the conference.

Callers are prompted to record their name which is played into the conference upon entering.

Conference recordings can be requested in a CD or cassette format.

Within a conference, leaders can begin a recording via the telephone and playback the file for up to 30 days.

Participants can request to dial a separate playback phone number to listen to the replay of their conference.

While a conference is in progress, certain features are accessible via the touch tone phone.

Certain international countries can connect to a conference call by dialing an international toll-free number.

Allows the leader to listen to an mp3 file of a conference recording via the web or an email.

Conferences can be recorded and transcribed into a Word document.

Conference leaders can conduct PowerPoint slideshows, "follow-me" website tours, and application sharing sessions over the internet.

Participants register their information online prior to the conference and are given a unique pin code to use in addition to the participant/leader passcode.

This type of conference is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and never requires scheduling.