JUNE EDITION

Upcoming June conferences to know about

🚗 AUTO TECH

Digital Marketing Strategies Conference (DMSC) 2024 | Date: June 2-4, 2024 | Location: Austin, TX | Who’s going: Senior Leaders, Leading innovators, Digital Marketers, Dealers, OEMs | The Lowdown: The Digital Marketing Strategies Conference gathers dealership operators and automotive leaders to discuss ideas, trends, and solutions. Attendees network, learn about new products and gain key insights from industry experts. Common attendees include leaders and C-level executives from various sectors. Key insights from the 2023 event include EV marketing, communication optimization, digital retailing, data compliance, and lifecycle monitoring. | Who’s speaking: Anu Roberts, Sr. Director of Product Marketing, CDK Global | Price: $595| Add to calendar | (South)

ITEC 2024 | Date: June 19-21, 2024 | Location: Rosemont, IL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders, Leading innovators, and academics in electric/hybrid electric transportation | The Lowdown: ITEC 2024 is the premier conference for transportation electrification, facilitating the industry's transition to advanced electrified vehicles and efficient grid interface technologies. Attendees can network with leading innovators, interact with experts on cutting-edge technology, and publish their work through IEEE’s Xplore database. Research topics include hybrid and electric vehicles (HEV/PHEVs), fast charging, breakthrough technologies, and grid-tied transportation. | Who’s speaking: Jackie DiMarco, Director - Product Line Management, Ford Motor Company | Price: $0-$995 | Add to calendar | (Midwest)

📈 MARKETING

MozCon 2024 | Date: June 3-4, 2024 | Location: Seattle, WA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Digital Marketers, SEO specialists, Small business owners, Digital analysts | The Lowdown: Moz Con features top speakers sharing strategies for modern marketing challenges. Attendees, including SEO professionals and marketers, gain insights on search ranking and data-driven decisions. The event offers networking and live-stream access, covering topics like ChatGPT and algorithm updates. | Who’s speaking: Rand Fishkin, Director, Co-founder & CEO, SparkToro | Price: $299-$1,399 | Add to calendar | (WEST + VIRTUAL)

Gartner Marketing Symposium XPO 2024 | Date: June 3-5, 2024 | Location: Aurora, CO | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Marketing directors, Digital Marketing Specialists, CX Experience Professionals, Industry leaders, CMOs | The Lowdown: The Garner Marketing Symposium | XPO focuses on CMO and marketing leadership topics, covering areas like digital orchestration, hybrid marketing, budget integration, and measuring marketing value. Attendees, including CMOs, marketing executives, strategists, and leaders in various marketing fields, can learn, engage, and network with peers. | Who’s speaking: Greg Boosin, EVP B2B & Product Marketing, Mastercard | Price: $4050 - $4085 | Add to calendar | (WEST)

MARKETING ANALYTICS SUMMIT 2024 | Date: June 6-7, 2024 | Location: Pheonix, AZ | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Marketing directors, Digital Marketing Specialists, CX Experience Professionals, Industry leaders, CMOs, etc.| The Lowdown: The Marketing Analytics Summit is designed for digital analytics experts, with speakers from Microsoft, Shopify, Amazon, and others. Agenda topics cover web 3.0, CRO data, insights extraction, cross-cultural marketing analysis, and role adaptation. The event includes keynotes, breakouts, and networking opportunities for attendees, including digital analytics professionals, executives, leaders, and analysts. | Who’s speaking: Dave Katz, Principal Tech Strategist, Amazon Advertising | Price: $850 - $3995 | Add to calendar | (West)

Commerce Next Growth Show | Date: June 11-13, 2024 | Location: New York, NY | Who’s going: Senior Leaders, C-Suite – Senior e-commerce leaders, CMOs, CTOs, VPs, and Directors | The Lowdown: CommerceNext is a community event and conference for retail and direct-to-consumer brands, featuring speakers from top retailers and original research. Attendees from various industries engage in peer networking and access marketing strategy content. Previous speakers include representatives from leading companies like Macy’s and Walmart. Attendees hold titles ranging from manager to c-suite, across a diverse range of industries. | Who’s speaking: Ryan Pagan, VP, Digital Strategy, Lowe’s | Price: $0 - $3520 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

ANA Masters of B2B Marketing Conference | Date: June 12-14, 2024 | Location: Naples, FL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders & Founders – Marketing managers, Directors, VPs, CMOs, Sales professionals, Business Owners | The Lowdown: The ANA Masters of B2B Marketing Conference is a hybrid event offering networking, learning, and growth opportunities for B2B marketers. The event aims to empower CMOs and their teams to take action for economic and societal growth. Attendees represent diverse backgrounds including marketing VPs, SVPs, CMOs, creative directors, professionals, and more. Additionally, the 2023 event covered topics such as industry insights, strategies, the latest trends, and hot topics. | Who’s speaking: Lisa Maxwell, Vice President, B2B Marketing for Digital Partnerships, Mastercard| Price: $499 - $1999 | Add to calendar | (South + Virtual)

Social Media Week Lima 2024 | Date: June 19-20, 2024 | Location: Lima, OH | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Business owners, marketers | The Lowdown: Social Media Week Lima is the Midwest's largest social media marketing conference, focusing on building and sustaining unbeatable brands. Past speakers include Julie Riley and Jessika Phillips. Topics from the 2023 event cover VR in business, lead generation, and more. Tactic discussions include chatbots, live videos, blogging, SEO, Instagram, Facebook ads, and more. Attendees have networking opportunities with fellow business leaders. | Who’s speaking: Jessika Phillips, Founder, NOW Marketing Group | Price: $75 - $250 | Add to calendar | (Midwest)

🤖 CYBERSECURITY

Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2024 | Date: June 3-5, 2024 | Location: National Harbor, MD | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Risk management leaders, Chief information security officers, Security directors, data security managers, etc. | The Lowdown: The Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2024 aids security and risk management leaders in enhancing agility and adaptability. Attendees receive practical guidance in Solution Provider sessions, including strategic roadmap presentations and user case studies. They engage in interactive sessions for informed investment decisions, leveraging insights from Gartner and direct interactions with solution providers.  | Who’s speaking: Arve Kjoelen, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer, McAfee | Price:  $3825 - $4525 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

Cyber Security & Cloud Expo North America 2024 | Date: June 5-6, 2024 | Location: Santa Clara, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders – Cybersecurity Professionals, IT Security Managers, Chief Information Security Officers, Cloud Architects, IT directors, Risk Management Professionals, etc. | The Lowdown: Don't miss the chance to join industry experts at an exclusive event focused on Cyber Security & Cloud. Attendees will gain valuable strategies and insights from top professionals in the field and discover how this cutting-edge technology is transforming industries like manufacturing, transport, supply chain, government, legal sectors, financial services, energy, utilities, insurance, healthcare, retail, and more. Explore the latest challenges, opportunities, and innovations in Cyber Security & Cloud and engage in dynamic discussions with a community of experts.  | Who’s speaking: Dmitri Shchemelinin, Vice President & General Manager, Site Reliability and AI Cloud Automation, Intel | Price:  $0 - $1019.15 | Add to calendar | (West)

💚 CUSTOMER SUCCESS

CX Summit North America | Date: June 17-20, 2024 | Location: Nashville, TN | Who’s going: Senior Leaders– CX directors, Managers, Analysts, Consultants, Customer service leaders, etc. | The Lowdown: CX Summit North America explores strategic opportunities for CX to drive organizational success and growth, covering topics such as vision & strategy, digital business, customer service, experience design, and media & advertising at the 2024 event. Attendees, including CX executives, B2B marketing executives, and digital leaders, benefit from keynotes, role-based sessions, research presentations, hands-on breakouts, case studies, networking opportunities, and marketplace opportunities to find solution providers. | Who’s speaking: Christie Sandoval, Senior Vice President, Customer Experience, T-mobile | Price: $2795 - $4095 | Add to calendar | (South + Virtual)

🌱LEADERSHIP

22nd Annual Women Lead Festival | Date: June 13-14, 2024 | Location: Brooklyn, NY | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - HRs, CDOs, VPs, Director's, etc. | The Lowdown: The event is a celebration of women in leadership, focusing on allyship, authenticity, and creating inclusive workplaces. | Who’s speaking: Alana Weiss, Director, Organizational Development Practice, Google | Price: $500 - $1995 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

7th Annual Leadership Summit | Date: June 6, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Executives, HRs, Business Owners, Leadership Coaches and Consultants, Academics and Researchers, etc.| The Lowdown: The event will celebrate leadership that transcends boundaries and propels individuals and organizations to new heights. The theme, "Elevate, Innovate, Inspire: Pinnacle of Leadership Excellence," captures the essence of this year's summit. Attendees can expect a transformative experience designed to empower them to elevate their leadership, innovate with purpose, and inspire those around them. | Who’s speaking: Chloe Barzey, Office Managing Director, Accenture | Price: $269.55 - $4500 | Add to calendar | (South)

⛓️Supply Chain

WERC Annual Conference 2024 | Date: June 2-5, 2024 | Location: Dallas, TX | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Warehouse managers, Supervisors, Logistics experts, Supply chain professionals, etc. | The Lowdown: WERC (Warehousing Education and Research Council) connects attendees with industry innovators and visionaries, providing knowledge, tools, and strategies for maintaining a competitive edge. Covering topics like labor management, data challenges, and e-commerce expansion, participants gain fresh insights and forge connections to enhance team capabilities and optimize operations. | Who’s speaking: Troy Campbell, Director - RLC Operations, The Home Depot | Price: $875 - $2275 | Add to calendar | (South)

The Future of Supply Chain June 2024 | Date: June 4-5, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Supply chain executives, Logistics professionals, Transportation experts, Operations managers, etc. | The Lowdown: Immerse yourself in the world of digital transformation at The Future of Supply Chain conference. Industry leaders showcase revolutionary supply chain management methods, offering firsthand insights, future trend predictions, and emerging technologies. Engage in stimulating discussions, rapid-fire demos, interactive sponsor kiosks, and more, all presented in the unique and engaging FreightWaves style. | Who’s speaking: Ryan Petersen, Founder and CEO, Flexport | Price: $895 - $2595 | Add to calendar | (South)

TMSA ELEVATE 2024 | Date: June 9-11 2024 | Location: New Orleans, LA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders & Founders - Marketing professionals, Sales professionals, Executives, Consultants, Logistics experts, Supply chain professionals, etc. | The Lowdown: Experience the power of TMSA ELEVATE, where transportation and logistics industry sales and marketing talent converge for two days of inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and networking. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking keynotes, engaging breakout sessions, and connect with influential figures. Discover proven strategies to boost revenue and personal success. Empower yourself with tools and insights for exceptional results in your organization and personal growth. | Who’s speaking: Dionne Noisette, Digital Strategy & Global Communications Leader, FedEx | Price: $1390 - $1740 | Add to calendar | (South)

🖌️ Design

Future Stores 2024 | Date: June 3-5 2024 | Location: Los Angeles, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Retail executives, Store operations managers, Customer experience professionals, E-commerce experts, Retail design professionals, etc.| The Lowdown: Future Stores 2024 is hosted for senior retail executives in operations, design, digital, and technology. Attendees have the opportunity to learn how leading retailers integrate hybrid approaches for in-store experiences. They can also discover actionable strategies using technology and create a next-generation experience for their business. | Who’s speaking: John Boline, VP, Store Design, Starbucks | Price: $1999 - $3099 | Add to calendar | (West)

Women in Design Deep Dive 2024 | Date: June 26 -27, 2024 | Location: Philadelphia, PA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders, Entry Level Designers, Mid-Career Designers, Senior/Lead Designers,  Design Educators | The Lowdown: Now in its 8th year, the Women in Design Deep Dive offers design professionals fresh perspectives through interactive workshops and activities for immediate job application. The 2024 theme focuses on amplifying influence, effective negotiation, communicating design value, mastering self-direction, and more. Attendees gain hands-on practice to elevate their skills and careers while building a diverse professional network. | Who’s speaking: Isabel Prochner, Assistant Professor, Virginia Tech | Price: $59.00-$499.00 | Add to calendar | (Northeast + Virtual)

🛍️ eCommerce

Retail Innovation Conference & Expo | Date: June 3-5 2024 | Location: Los Angeles, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Retail experts, start-ups, decision-makers, business owners, marketers, etc. | The Lowdown: IRCE (Internet Retailer Conference & Expo) serves as a connecting point for eCommerce innovators and digital professionals. The event brings together peers in eCommerce, digital, marketing, and social media. Attendees include executives in retail, digital, marketing, and innovation. Agenda topics include solving the new customer acquisition equation, omnichannel expansion, retail media networks, VC events, social communities to join, and more. | Who’s speaking: Dr. Marcus Collins, Award-Winning Marketer, University of Michigan | Price: $45 - $2295 | Add to calendar | (Midwest)

Home Delivery World - Retail Logistics Exhibition and Conference 2024 | Date: June 5-6 2024 | Location: Philadelphia, PA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Logistics experts, Retail experts, start-ups, decision-makers, business owners, etc. | The Lowdown: Home Delivery World USA has expanded its focus to cover all aspects of the retail logistics and supply chain journey. From inventory management to seamless delivery experiences, the conference emphasizes revolutionary solutions for autonomous technologies, delivery services, and warehousing. Attendees can explore groundbreaking advancements shaping the future of home delivery and transforming customer experiences. | Who’s speaking: Daryl Glass, Vice President, Last Mile Operations, Target | Price: $0 - $520 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

SubSummit 2024 | Date: June 17-19, 2024 | Location: Dallas, TX | Who’s going: Senior Leaders -E-commerce professionals, Marketing professionals, Product managers, Investors, Consultants, Merchants, Business owners, etc. | The Lowdown: SubSummit is the largest global meetup for DTC subscription businesses, aiming to optimize business models, foster relationships, understand industry evolution, and discover strategies. The program includes workshops, exhibitions, pitch competitions, keynotes, networking, and more, with over 2,000 attendees, 125 exhibitors, 180 speakers, and 6 program tracks, providing a comprehensive platform for industry professionals. | Who’s speaking: Venessa Yates, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Walmart | Price: $0 - $3195 | Add to calendar | (South)

💻 Fintech

The U.S. Fintech Symposium | Date: June 4-6, 2024 | Location: Chicago, IL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Senior bankers, investors, and fintech leaders | The Lowdown: The US Fintech Symposium is a three-day, in-person conference uniting industry executives to explore the latest FinTech developments, strategies, and best practices. The event facilitates networking among decision-makers and offers opportunities for formal networking sessions, meetings with providers, and digital networking through an event app. Discussion topics include embedded finance, blockchain, robotic process automation, AI, machine learning, and open banking. | Who’s speaking: Hillary Clinton, CEO, e-Toro | Price: $795 - $1995 | Add to calendar | (Midwest)

Insurance Tech and Innovation Conference | Date: June 12-13, 2024 | Location: Chicago, IL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - CIOs, CTOs, CEOs, VPs, Directors, Heads, insurance domain managers, Brokers/agents, Retail agents, Claim Adjusters, Underwriters, Actuaries etc. | The Lowdown: AltaWorld’s Insurance Tech and Innovation Conference gathers insurance technology experts to share strategies, insights, and innovations. Decision-makers from across the insurance value chain, including leaders in technology, innovation, data, and analytics, will attend. Key highlights include customer engagement models, omnichannel support via chatbots, and leveraging technologies like blockchain and cloud computing. The conference features over 30 insurance technology experts offering information and networking opportunities. | Who’s speaking: Jeffrey A. Williams, Director Insurance Industry Advisor, Microsoft | Price: $149 - $899 | Add to calendar | (Midwest)

American Banker’s Digital Banking Conference | Date: June 24-25, 2024 | Location: Boca Raton, FL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders & C-Suite - VPs, Directors, Industry leaders, etc. | The Lowdown: Digital is an event showcasing innovative tech and strategic solutions through demos, panels, keynote speakers, and networking discussions over three days. The audience includes over 850 banking professionals from banks, credit unions, fintech startups, merchants, and regulators, with over 70% being senior executives and key decision-makers. Attendees can anticipate community connections, collaborations, powerful networking, and meaningful discussions addressing industry issues. | Who’s speaking: Stefan Schubert, Managing Director, JP Morgan Chase | Price: $595 - $2995 | Add to calendar | (South)

💻 Tech

Data Cloud Summit 2024 | Date: June 3-6, 2024 | Location: San Francisco, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Data analysts, Data Engineers, IT professionals, CIOs, Business leaders, Consultants, Industry experts, etc. | The Lowdown: At the Data Cloud Summit 2024, attendees can expect 450 sessions, hands-on labs, certification opportunities, and over 200 partners in Basecamp. Thousands of Snowflake partners, customers, and industry peers are expected to attend. Primary activities will include networking, collaborating, and learning about Snowflake and emerging trends in the Data Cloud. | Who’s speaking: Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO, NVIDIA | Price: $2,295 - $2,495 | Add to calendar | (West)

AI & Big Data Expo North America 2024 | Date: June 5-6, 2024 | Location: Santa Clara, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Data scientists, AI Developers, AI Engineers, IT Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Startups, Consultants, etc. | The Lowdown: Experience the forefront of technology at the AI & Big Data Expo, featuring over 250 industry-leading speakers sharing their knowledge and experiences. Engage in solo presentations, panel discussions, and fireside chats to uncover cutting-edge technologies. Designed for ambitious enterprise technology professionals, the event offers insights to explore the latest innovations, implementations, and strategies to drive organizational success. Join to propel your business forward. | Who’s speaking: Anil Kumar, VP - Head of Data & AI Engineering, Verizon | Price: $0 - $1,019.15 | Add to calendar | (West)

Blockchain Expo North America 2024 | Date: June 5-6, 2024 | Location: Santa Clara, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Blockchain developers, Cryptocurrency enthusiasts, Business leaders, Entrepreneurs, Startups, Investors, etc. | The Lowdown: Blockchain Expo North America connects the blockchain ecosystem for an in-person experience, with sessions from 250+ speakers sharing industry knowledge through presentations, discussions, and chats. Over 6,000 attendees are expected, including CTOs, heads of innovation, IT directors, startups, investors, and more. Discussions cover IoT, AI, Big Data, cybersecurity, cloud, 5G, digital transformation, and edge computing. | Who’s speaking: Mani Patel, VP of Web3, Forbes | Price: $0 - $400 | Add to calendar | (West)

RenderATL 2024 | Date: June 12-14, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Software developers & Architects, UI/UX Designers, Cyber security experts, Tech decision makers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, Product owners, etc. | The Lowdown: Render-Atlanta 2024 unites over eighty speakers worldwide. Four specialty tracks cover topics like design/CSS, leadership & entrepreneurship, product & project management, and web & mobile software engineering. This event is geared toward those in the technology industry who want to stay up-to-date on recent developments and expand their networks. Additionally, attendees can find tech experts for professional roles or discover new career opportunities. | Who’s speaking: Shannon Sharpe, NFL Legend and Host, Club Shay Shay | Price: $300 - $1,600 | Add to calendar | (South)

Atlanta Tech Week | Date: June 9 - 15, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Software developers & Architects, UI/UX Designers, Cyber security experts, Tech decision makers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, Product owners, etc. | The Lowdown: Render-Atlanta 2024 unites over eighty speakers worldwide. Four specialty tracks cover topics like design/CSS, leadership & entrepreneurship, product & project management, and web & mobile software engineering. This event is geared toward those in the technology industry who want to stay up-to-date on recent developments and expand their networks. Additionally, attendees can find tech experts for professional roles or discover new career opportunities. | Who’s speaking: Shannon Sharpe, NFL Legend and Host, Club Shay Shay | Price: $300 - $1,600 | Add to calendar | (South)

Collision Toronto | Date: June 17 - 20, 2024 | Location: Toronto, CA | Who’s going: Senior Leaders - Software developers & Architects, UI/UX Designers, Cyber security experts, Tech decision makers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, Product owners, etc. | The Lowdown: Collision brings together the people and companies redefining the global tech industry. | Who’s speaking:  Geoffrey Hinton, Godfather of AI, University of Toronto | Price: $658.25 - $9,189.80 | Add to calendar | (RTW)

🔌 Energy

Global Energy Transition 2024 | Date: June 24-25, 2024 | Location: Boca Raton, FL | Who’s going: Senior Leaders & C-Suite - VPs, Directors, Industry leaders, etc. | The Lowdown: Digital is a tech-focused event offering demos, panels, keynotes, and networking over three days. The Digital Banking audience includes 850+ banking professionals from various sectors, with over 70% being senior executives. Attendees can anticipate networking, collaborations, and discussions on industry challenges. | Who’s speaking: Bill Newsome, President and CEO, Mitsubishi Power Americas | Price: $2,199 - $5,999 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

💼 Business & Entrepreneurship

Good Soil Forum 2024 | Date: June 13-15, 2024 | Location: Dallas, TX | Who’s going: Agricultural producers, Environmentalists, Researchers and academics, NGOs, Industry professionals, etc. | The Lowdown: A convergence of minds and missions. Good Soil Forum unites visionaries and change-makers under one roof, weaving together a tapestry of ideas and strategies. | Who’s speaking: Tabitha Brown, Emmy Award Winning Actress & NYT Bestselling Author & Entrepreneur | Price: $499 - $7500 | Add to calendar | (South)

2024 ForbesBLK Summit | Date: June 23-25, 2024 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Who’s going: Black Entrepreneurs and Business Owners, Influencers, Corporate Executives, Media, Young Professionals, Emerging Leaders, etc | The Lowdown: Forbes, in collaboration with the ForbesBLK community, is hosting a three-day summit filled with inspiring ideas and engaging conversations about the future of the Black community. The event will feature leading executives, entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers, offering an experience that promises to challenge and transform attendees. | Who’s speaking: Tina Davis, President, Empire | Price: $1,025 | Add to calendar | (South)

✨ Experience

World Experience Summit 2024 | Date: June 12-14, 2024 | Location: New York, NY | Who’s going: Experience designers, Strategists, Innovators, etc. | The Lowdown: The World Experience Summit 2024 is a unique opportunity to connect with, and learn from, the experience designers, producers, professors, operators, and investors who are defining the future of experiences. | Who’s speaking: Abraham Buricksom, Director, Odyssey Works | Price: $995 - $1995 | Add to calendar | (Northeast)

AI

AI DevSummit 2024 | Date: June 5-6, 2024 | Location: Virtual | Who’s going: AI Developers and Engineers, Data Scientists, Data Analyst, AI Researchers and Academics, Tech Entrepreneurs, Start-ups, Product Managers, etc. | The Lowdown: AI DevSummit is the World’s Leading AI Developer & Engineering Conference with tracks covering chatbots, machine learning, open-source AI libraries, AI for the enterprise, and deep AI / neural networks. This conference targets software engineers and data scientists who are looking for an introduction to AI as well as AI dev professionals looking for a landscape view of the newest AI technologies. | Who’s speaking: Neta Haiby, Director AI Security CTO Office, Microsoft | Price: $100- $1460 | Add to calendar | (Virtual)