OCTOBER EDITION

🚨 A digest of October’s top conferences in the country.

This is a digest of the best across the country.

Tech

HexCon 2024 | Date: October 1-2, 2024 | Location: New York, NY | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - IT Professionals, Security Experts, Technology Enthusiasts, Business Leaders, Partners and Vendors, etc. | The Lowdown: Hexnode's annual conference now in its 5th edition, is the flagship event for our community. Over two days, you'll explore our latest offerings, elevate your skills through hands-on training, and forge connections with peers and thought leaders in the industry. It's a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in ways that truly impact your work. | Who’s speaking: Jay Mcbain, Chief Analyst, Channels | Price: $399 - $599 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

PopTech 2024: Uncharted Territory | Date: October 8-10, 2024 | Location: Washington, D.C. | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Innovators and Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, Researchers, Technology Enthusiasts, Investors, etc. | The Lowdown: Prepare for catalytic talks, spirited debates, and immersive experiences as experts explore the next frontiers of AI, Bitcoin, whistleblowing, and more. Discussions will delve into questions about the relevance of polling, the transformative potential of psychedelics, election anxiety, the blessings or curses of abundance, and the possibility of a new world order. Attendees will gain insights into these pivotal issues and envision the shifts and their impacts on our future. | Who’s speaking: Moran Cerf, Professor of Neuroscience and Business, Columbia Business School | Price: $1,250.00 | Add to calendar | (South)

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 | Date: October 28-30, 2024 | Location: San Francisco, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Tech Industry Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders, Business Leaders, Investors, Academic Researchers, etc.. | The Lowdown: Disrupt is where you’ll find innovation for every stage of your startup journey. Whether you’re a budding founder with a revolutionary idea, a seasoned startup looking to scale, or an investor seeking the next big thing, Disrupt offers unparalleled resources, connections, and expert insights to propel your venture forward. | Who’s speaking: Denise Dresser, CEO, Slack | Price: $75.00 - $3,500.00 | Add to calendar | (West)

NAWEA / Windtech 2024 Conference | Date: October 28 - November 2, 2024 | Location: New Brunswick, NJ | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Industry Representatives, Government and Nongovernmental Representatives, Students and Faculty Members, etc. | The Lowdown: The Symposium aims to provide an enriching and interactive platform for students, helping them hone their communication and networking skills alongside other students and leaders in the fields of wind energy technology, research, and innovation.   | Who’s speaking: Dr. Francine Conway, Chancellor, Rutgers University | Price: $315.00 - $1,950.00 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

Innovation and Leadership

Texas Conference For Women | Date: October 2, 2024 | Location: Austin, TX | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners, Executives and Senior Leaders, Nonprofit and Community Leaders, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advocates, etc. | The Lowdown: This event offers connection, motivation, networking, inspiration, and skill-building for thousands of Texas women annually. This one-day conference presents remarkable opportunities for business networking, professional development, and personal growth. As a non-profit, non-partisan event, it features inspirational keynote speakers, skill-building breakout sessions, and numerous chances to build new relationships with other women. With sessions covering personal finance, health and wellness, and career advancement, the event caters to a wide range of interests and provides something for everyone. | Who’s speaking: Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft | Price: $125 - $350 | Add to calendar | (South)

TEDNext | Date: October 22-24, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Leaders and Visionaries, Creatives and Innovators, TED Community Members, etc. | The Lowdown: This event is a three-day, all-encompassing conference focused on you! It’s an experience enriched by extraordinary ideas to fuel your growth, happiness and well-being in both life and work. | Who’s speaking: Malcolm Gladwell, Bestselling author, journalist | Price: $2,200.00 - $5,000.00 | Add to calendar | (South)

Culture and Entertainment

CultureCon | Date: October 5-6, 2024 | Location: Brooklyn, NY | Who’s going: Young, Black creatives and entrepreneurs. | The Lowdown: CultureCon is a community conference where Black creative professionals and entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and build together. Join us for two days of workshops, activations, networking, a career fair and conversations with culture-shifters that you won't find anywhere else. | Past speaker: Issa Rae, Writer, producer, and director | Price: $249 - $409 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

Architechture and Design

ASLA 2024 | Date: October 6-9, 2024 | Location: Washington, DC | Who’s going: Senior Leaders- Practicing Landscape Architects, Allied Professionals, Vendors and Suppliers, etc. | The Lowdown: This is the premier annual event for landscape architects and allied professionals. This large-scale gathering offers attendees the opportunity to learn, connect, share knowledge, and gain inspiration to enhance their practice. The conference features a range of sessions, professional development opportunities, networking events, and a world-class EXPO with over 275 vendors showcasing innovative products and services. Who’s speaking: Suzette Goldstein AICP, Sr. Principal, Director of Planning, HOK | Price: $695 - $955 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

The Lodging Conference | Date: October 7-10, 2024 | Location: Phoenix, AZ | Who’s going: Senior Leaders- Hotel Owners, Operators, Developers, Investors, Lenders, Brokers, Franchisors, Architects, Designers, etc. | The Lowdown: This event brings together the hotel industry's most influential owners, operators, presidents, CEOs, investors, and dealmakers to strategize about development, finance, franchising, management, construction, design, and operations. | Who’s speaking: David Kong, Founder & Principal, DEI Advisors | Price: $2,595.00 | Add to calendar | (West)

Logistics

Leaders in Logistics: Last Mile | Date: October 9, 2024 | Location: Twickenham Stadium, London | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals, Retailers and E-commerce Companies, Technology Providers, Technology Providers, Transportation, and Fleet Managers, etc. | The Lowdown: Leaders in Logistics: Last Mile brings together senior leaders and decision-makers committed to making deliveries faster, streamlined and sustainable. | Who’s speaking: Chris Peeters, CEO, Bpost | Price: $599.00 - $1,149.00 | Add to calendar | (RTW)

Robotics

RoboBusiness | Date: October 16-17, 2024 | Location: Santa Clara, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Robotics Developers and Engineers, Business Leaders and Executives, Researchers and Innovators, Investors and Entrepreneurs, etc. | The Lowdown: RoboBusiness brings together the brightest minds in robotics to better engineer the future of robotics. Whether you’re interested in machine learning, motion control, sensing, development tools, software, or legged robots, these talks will have something for you. | Who’s speaking: Dr. Rodney Brooks, CTO, and Co-Founder, Robust AI | Price: $75.00 - $595.00 | Add to calendar | (West)

Sustainability

Sustainability Live 2024 MALTA | Date: October 17, 2024 | Location: Malta, Europe | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - C-Level Executives, Sustainability Professionals, Industry Experts, Researchers, and Academics, etc. | The Lowdown: Join the Leading ESG & Sustainability Strategy Event in Malta as C/V/D level sustainability executives gather to forge connections, and delve deeper into the most pressing sustainability issues facing their organizations. | Who’s speaking: Gerard Gallagher, EMEIA Sustainability Leader, EY | Price: $190.00 - $220.00 | Add to calendar | (RTW)

Healthcare

HLTH 2024 | Date: October 20-23, 2024 | Location: Las Vegas, NV | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Healthcare Providers, Health and Wellness Executives, Technology Companies, Investors, Etc. | The Lowdown: Whether you aim to foster meaningful connections, gain insights on cutting-edge trends, enhance your professional journey, or elevate your organization to unprecedented success – This event is the gateway to achieve your unique mission. | Who’s speaking: Joaquin Duato, Chairman and CEO, Johnson & Johnson | Price: $2,795.00 - $4,100.00 | Add to calendar | (West)

Music

Music Tectonics | Date: October 22-24, 2024 | Location: Santa Monica, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Major Labels and Indie Labels, Streaming Services and Distributors, Social Media Platforms, etc. | The Lowdown: This conference unites music tech innovators across industry boundaries to share insights and get business done. The Music Tectonics team intentionally crafts experiences in unexpected beachside venues to foster openness to new ideas and new partnerships. | Who’s speaking: Fabrice Sergent, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Bandsintown | Price: $249.00 | Add to calendar (West)

Game

Game Industry Conference | Date: October 24-27, 2024 | Location: Poznan, Poland | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Game Developers, Publishers, Game Designers and Artists, Students and Educators, Technology Providers, Business Executives and Investors, etc, | The Lowdown: The GIC offers the best B2B opportunities to reach industry professionals from Poland and most of Central and Eastern Europe. | Who’s speaking: Wolfgang Walk, Producer and Researcher | Price: $176.00 - $4,656.00 | Add to calendar (RTW)

Marketing

2024 Art of Marketing: Marketing Superheroes | Date: October 25, 2024 | Location: San Diego, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Marketing Professionals, Brand Managers and CMOs, Digital Marketers and Technologists, Creative Directors and Designers, Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs, etc. | The Lowdown: Brace yourselves for an onslaught of inspiration and insight that will help forge strategies and skills to combat the forces of glutton, over-saturation, overconsumption, overwhelm, tech and business manipulation and marginalization. Whether you draw your energy from social media prowess, technological might, grand visions or laser-like tactical focus, titans of their craft will give you strength and counsel for your upcoming missions. | Who’s speaking: David Glanzer, Chief Communications & Strategy Officer, San Diego Comic Convention Comic-con | Price: $99.00 - $374.25 | Add to calendar (West)

Intuit Connect  | Date: October 28-30, 2024 | Location: Las Vegas, NV | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs, Accounting Professionals, Developers, etc. | The Lowdown: Experience the power of the Intuit platform at Intuit Connect, designed to help you and your clients thrive. Discover the connected set of QuickBooks tools and services - including accounting, payroll, payments, and workforce, as well as access to capital and Mailchimp marketing solutions - all in one place. | Who’s speaking: Priya Parker, Facilitator, Strategic Advisor, and Author  | Price: $835.00 - $1,195.00 | Add to calendar (West)

Finance

MBA Annual24 | Date: October 27-30, 2024 | Location: Denver, CO | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Mortgage Bankers, Lenders, Loan Servicers, Investors, Regulators, Government Officials, Etc. | The Lowdown: This conference is the nation's largest annual gathering of real estate finance professionals. Everyone who’s anyone in single-family real estate finance should be there to reconnect with old friends and make new ones while networking, learning, and getting inspired by an A-list speaker lineup. | Who’s speaking: Mohamed El-Erian, President, Queens’ College | Price: $749.00 - $4,099.00 | Add to calendar (West)

Manufacturing

ICAM 2024 | Date: October 28 - November 1, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Manufacturing Professionals, Suppliers and Vendors, Government Representatives, etc. | The Lowdown: This conference addresses application specific requirements of various industry sectors in addition to covering the fundamentals of advanced manufacturing processes with the goal of transitioning research to application through standardization. | Who’s speaking: John Vickers, Principal Technologist for Additive Manufacturing, NASA | Price: $575.00 - $1,150.00 | Add to calendar (South)

AI

Open Data Science Conference | Date: October 29 - 31, 2024 | Location: Burlingame, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Data Scientists, AI Researchers, Data Engineers, Business Analysts, etc. | The Lowdown: This event has been the essential event for AI and data science practitioners, business leaders, and those reskilling into AI. It offers cutting-edge workshops, hands-on training, strategic insights, and thought leadership. Whether deepening technical skills, transforming a business with AI, or pivoting into an AI-driven career, ODSC provides unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and professional growth. | Who’s speaking: Sergey Levine PhD, Associate Professor, UC Berkley | Price: $629.00 - $3,648.00 | Add to calendar (West + Virtual)