LinkedIn Events Management MCP Server

Create a powerful Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for LinkedIn Events Management in minutes with our AI Gateway. This guide walks you through setting up seamless event management with enterprise-grade security and instant Bearer token authentication.

About LinkedIn Events Management API

The LinkedIn Events Management API provides programmatic access to create, manage, and analyze professional events on LinkedIn. It enables powerful automation for event planning, promotion, attendee management, and engagement tracking across your professional network.

Key Capabilities

• Event Creation: Create and publish professional events
• Event Management: Update event details, schedules, and settings
• Attendee Management: Track registrations and attendance
• Event Promotion: Share events across LinkedIn network
• Analytics & Insights: Monitor event performance metrics
• Integration Support: Connect with CRM and marketing tools
• Real-time Updates: Live event status synchronization
• Audience Targeting: Reach specific professional demographics

API Features

• REST API v2: Modern event management operations
• Bearer Authentication: Secure token-based access
• Real-time Events: Live updates and notifications
• Batch Operations: Efficient bulk event operations
• Rich Media Support: Images, videos, and documents
• Professional Network: Access to LinkedIn's vast network
• Analytics Integration: Detailed event performance data
• Mobile Optimized: Cross-platform event access

What You Can Do with LinkedIn Events Management MCP Server

The MCP server transforms LinkedIn Events Management API into a natural language interface, enabling AI agents to:

Event Creation & Management

• Event Setup

  • "Create networking event for Q1 2025"
  • "Schedule product launch webinar"
  • "Set up industry conference meeting"
  • "Create recurring monthly meetup"

• Event Configuration

  • "Add event location and timing"
  • "Set registration requirements"
  • "Configure event privacy settings"
  • "Add event description and agenda"

• Event Updates

  • "Update event venue details"
  • "Change event date and time"
  • "Modify registration deadline"
  • "Add co-hosts to event"

Attendee & Registration Management

• Registration Tracking

  • "Check current registration count"
  • "Export attendee list to CSV"
  • "View registration demographics"
  • "Track registration trends"

• Attendee Communication

  • "Send update to all attendees"
  • "Notify about schedule changes"
  • "Share pre-event materials"
  • "Send post-event follow-up"

• Access Control

  • "Set attendance capacity limits"
  • "Create VIP attendee lists"
  • "Configure approval workflows"
  • "Manage waitlist functionality"

Event Promotion & Marketing

• Content Creation

  • "Generate event promotional post"
  • "Create event announcement"
  • "Design event marketing copy"
  • "Draft speaker introduction"

• Network Sharing

  • "Share event with connections"
  • "Post to company page"
  • "Invite industry professionals"
  • "Cross-promote with partners"

• Targeted Outreach

  • "Invite by job title criteria"
  • "Target specific industries"
  • "Reach location-based audience"
  • "Engage previous attendees"

Analytics & Performance

• Event Metrics

  • "Analyze event engagement data"
  • "Track registration conversion"
  • "Monitor attendee demographics"
  • "Generate performance report"

• ROI Analysis

  • "Calculate event ROI metrics"
  • "Compare event performance"
  • "Identify top-performing events"
  • "Track lead generation"

• Audience Insights

  • "Analyze attendee profiles"
  • "Identify networking patterns"
  • "Track engagement levels"
  • "Generate audience reports"

Integration & Automation

• CRM Integration

  • "Sync attendees to CRM"
  • "Create follow-up tasks"
  • "Update lead scores"
  • "Track sales pipeline"

• Marketing Automation

  • "Trigger email campaigns"
  • "Update marketing lists"
  • "Score event leads"
  • "Sync with ad platforms"

• Calendar Management

  • "Add to team calendars"
  • "Schedule follow-up meetings"
  • "Block preparation time"
  • "Set reminder notifications"

Prerequisites

• Access to Cequence AI Gateway
• LinkedIn Company Page or personal profile
• LinkedIn Events Management API access
• Valid Bearer authentication token

Step 1: Enable LinkedIn Events Management API

1.1 Access LinkedIn Developer Portal

1. Go to developer.linkedin.com
2. Sign in with your LinkedIn account
3. Create a new app or select existing
4. Navigate to Products section

1.2 Request API Access

1. Select Events Management API
2. Complete application process
3. Provide use case details
4. Wait for approval (typically 7-14 days)

1.3 Generate Access Tokens

1. Go to Auth tab in your app
2. Generate OAuth 2.0 tokens
3. Copy Bearer Token
4. Note token expiration settings

1.4 Configure Permissions

Required scopes:

• r_events_management - Read events data
• w_events_management - Create and manage events
• r_organization_social - Access company events
• w_organization_social - Manage company events

Step 2-4: Standard Setup

Follow standard steps to access AI Gateway, find LinkedIn Events Management API, and create MCP server.

Step 5: Configure API Endpoints

1. Base URL: https://api.linkedin.com/v2
2. Required Headers:

   {
     "LinkedIn-Version": "202511",
     "X-Restli-Protocol-Version": "2.0.0"
   }

3. Select event management endpoints
4. Click Next

Step 6: MCP Server Configuration

1. Name: "LinkedIn Events Management"
2. Description: "Professional event management and networking"
3. Request Timeout: 30 seconds
4. Custom Headers: Add LinkedIn-specific headers
5. Click Next

Step 7: Configure Authentication

1. Authentication Type: Bearer Token
2. Token Header: Authorization
3. Token Prefix: Bearer
4. Enter your LinkedIn Bearer token
5. Test connection

Step 8-10: Complete Setup

Configure security settings, choose deployment options, and deploy your server.

Required Custom Headers Configuration

For Cursor (mcp.json)

{
  "servers": {
    "linkedin-events": {
      "url": "your-mcp-server-url",
      "headers": {
        "LinkedIn-Version": "202511",
        "X-Restli-Protocol-Version": "2.0.0"
      }
    }
  }
}

For Claude Desktop

{
  "servers": {
    "linkedin-events": {
      "url": "your-mcp-server-url",
      "customHeaders": {
        "LinkedIn-Version": "202511",
        "X-Restli-Protocol-Version": "2.0.0"
      }
    }
  }
}

For Windsurf

{
  "mcp": {
    "servers": {
      "linkedin-events": {
        "url": "your-mcp-server-url",
        "requestHeaders": {
          "LinkedIn-Version": "202511",
          "X-Restli-Protocol-Version": "2.0.0"
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

Finding Latest LinkedIn API Versions

To ensure compatibility, always use the latest LinkedIn API versions:

1. LinkedIn-Version Header:

   • Visit LinkedIn API Documentation
   • Check the "API Versioning" section
   • Use the latest version format: YYYYMM (e.g., 202511 for November 2025)
   • Update the LinkedIn-Version value in your configuration

2. X-Restli-Protocol-Version Header:

   • Check LinkedIn Rest.li Protocol Documentation
   • Current stable version is 2.0.0
   • This version changes rarely, but verify for updates

3. Verification:

   • Test your API calls with the latest versions
   • Monitor LinkedIn Developer announcements for version updates
   • Update headers when new versions are released

Authentication Setup

1. Create Cequence AI Gateway Token:
   • Log in to your Cequence AI Gateway dashboard
   • Navigate to Organization Settings > API Tokens
   • Click Generate New Token
   • Copy the generated token

Using Your LinkedIn Events Management MCP Server

Setup Instructions:

• Claude Desktop
• Cursor
• Windsurf

Natural Language Commands

• "Create industry networking event for next month"
• "Update event location to downtown conference center"
• "Export attendee list for marketing follow-up"
• "Share event with technology professionals in San Francisco"
• "Generate event performance analytics report"

Common Use Cases

Professional Networking

• Industry meetups and conferences
• Company culture events
• Professional development workshops
• Executive roundtables

Product & Marketing

• Product launch events
• Webinar series
• Customer success stories
• Brand awareness campaigns

Recruitment & HR

• Hiring events and job fairs
• Employee onboarding sessions
• Skills training workshops
• Company culture showcases

Sales & Business Development

• Lead generation events
• Client appreciation gatherings
• Partnership announcements
• Industry trade shows

Security Best Practices

1. Bearer Token Security:

   • Store tokens securely
   • Implement token rotation
   • Monitor token usage
   • Use minimal required scopes

2. Event Data Protection:

   • Validate attendee information
   • Control event visibility
   • Protect sensitive event details
   • Audit access logs

3. API Rate Limiting:

   • Implement request throttling
   • Monitor API quotas
   • Handle rate limit errors
   • Cache frequently accessed data

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

1. Authentication Errors

   • Verify Bearer token validity
   • Check token scopes and permissions
   • Ensure LinkedIn-Version header is set
   • Validate X-Restli-Protocol-Version header

2. API Errors

   • Check event data format
   • Verify required fields
   • Validate date/time formats
   • Review LinkedIn API documentation

3. Rate Limiting

   • Monitor request frequency
   • Implement exponential backoff
   • Cache API responses
   • Optimize batch operations

Getting Help

• Documentation: AI Gateway Docs
• Support: support@cequence.ai
• LinkedIn API Docs: developer.linkedin.com

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