{"id":7275,"date":"2020-02-24T17:45:43","date_gmt":"2020-02-24T22:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ceros.com\/inspire\/?p=7275"},"modified":"2021-04-21T11:04:07","modified_gmt":"2021-04-21T15:04:07","slug":"top-creative-conferences-marketers-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ceros.com\/inspire\/originals\/top-creative-conferences-marketers-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Conferences for Marketers &amp; Creatives in 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Get those bags packed\u2014conference season is approaching! If you\u2019re new to the game or just want to see what your options are, we\u2019ve got a helpful guide to 2020\u2019s top creative conferences for marketers and designers. Spread across North America, these events should be on every marketing department\u2019s radar each year. They\u2019ve got the most insightful speakers, the most innovative workshops, and the most engaged audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without further ado, here are some of the most impactful creative conferences to attend in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.c2montreal.com\/#\/\">C2 Montr\u00e9al<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Experience C2 Montr\u00e9al 2020!\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qNHhmnqZpdg?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | October 19-30, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cC2 brings together Commerce and Creativity (hence, the name) to explore trends, opportunities, disruptions and major shifts on the horizon. Every year, this is where more than 6,500 decision makers and creative minds unite to collectively shape, experience, and challenge the future of business.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: C2 is the spot for creatives and entrepreneurs to network in a friendly, innovative environment. Thanks to its lively, original agenda, C2 is an immersive and engaging experience from start to finish. The conference makes unique use of its indoor\/outdoor space, featuring environments that facilitate creative thinking (the campus is affectionately referred to as the C2 Village). C2 also focuses on atypical learning experiences and brainstorming environments, like when it had an exhibit for troubleshooting blind spots in a pitch-black room.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The theme of the 2020 event is \u201cBeyond Boundaries.\u201d This year\u2019s speakers include entrepreneur Mark Cuban, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, and author Margaret Atwood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/designconference.aiga.org\/\">AIGA Design Conference<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Roman Mars  |  Fr\u00f6bel Gifts (Day 1)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m57kZvuHtGc?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | November 9-14, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cThe 2020 AIGA Design Conference brings the design community together in a once-in-a-lifetime, cross-disciplinary exchange of ideas about the changing world of design. Recharge your career with thought-provoking presentations, professional training, and meetups with design luminaries while taking in the City of Bridges. Join together with us as we take on the world\u2019s newest challenges, and learn how we can all make positive progress\u2014and arrive at a more innovative, meaningful, and inclusive place.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) is a storied professional organization for designers, and this event is a big part of that tradition. The organization was founded in 1914 and has over 22,000 members, so any time the group throws an event, it\u2019s immediately part of a long-standing legacy. If you\u2019re a designer, illustrator, art director, or just an enthusiastic creative, the AIGA Design Conference is the spot to share insights and learn from the best in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceros.com\/inspire\/originals\/meet-2020-aiga-design-conference-speakers\/\">This year\u2019s event<\/a>, originally scheduled to be hosted in Pittsburgh, revolves around the theme of \u201cBridges\u201d (apt, given its host city). The speakers include Pentagram partners, CXOs, best-selling authors, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.contentmarketingworld.com\/\"><strong>Content Marketing World<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"#CMWorld 2019 - Content Marketing World Conference &amp; Expo\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/geArhH1x85o?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | October 13-16, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cJoin us for the one event where you can learn from the best in the content marketing community and spend four days with our #CMWorld community. Return back to your company with materials and knowledge you need to take a content marketing strategy back to your team and to implement a content marketing plan that will grow your business and inspire your audience.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: CMW is a great spot for marketers to learn more about the latest trends in their world. Learn from powerhouse speakers\u2014from the business world and outside of it. There are tons of useful sessions that give each attendee tangible and actionable items to implement once they return to the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s also quite a bit of star power at CMW each year. Last year\u2019s keynote came courtesy of actress Mindy Kaling.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/max.adobe.com\/\"><strong>Adobe MAX<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Adobe MAX 2019: Day 1 Highlights | Adobe Creative Cloud\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RWlPMV7YuSg?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | October 20-22, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cCome to MAX to perfect your skills, learn from your design heroes, and explore what&#8217;s next for creatives. MAX is the perfect place to find the inspiration you need to create your best work.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: MAX is the spot for designers, illustrators, and creatives to nerd out together, attracting almost 15,000 attendees every year. Whether you\u2019re a newbie or an OG designer, you can curate an experience that matches your interests and skill level. Last year\u2019s keynote speakers included director M. Night Shyamalan and musicians Dave Grohl and Billie Eilish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceros.com\/inspire\/originals\/cities-by-design-los-angeles-adobe-max\/\">Downtown L.A.<\/a> is also a creative haven, and there\u2019s plenty for the creative-minded to see and do while they\u2019re in town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inbound.com\/\"><strong>INBOUND<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Experience INBOUND 2019 | INBOUND 2019\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NbtebpcRASM?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | September 22-23, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cINBOUND is an annual experience uniting super curious, question-asking professionals with big-name and break-out industry thinkers, high-octane events, and boundless education sessions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: INBOUND, an event hosted by software giant Hubspot, is best for marketers and salespeople looking for inspiration to do better work. With over 26,000 attendees in 2019, it\u2019s one of the biggest events on the calendar each year. The conference has \u201chow-to\u201d sessions, innovative speeches, and plenty of new ideas floating around. Last year\u2019s keynote speakers included Katie Couric, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/storygatherings.com\/story2020\/\"><strong>STORY<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"STORY 2018 | Where all the best ones are...\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vq63TxeXiok?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Virtual | September 24-25, 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cSTORY is an immersive, two-day conference-style gathering designed to inspire, challenge and equip artists, creators and storytellers who work in a variety of industries.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: STORY refills the attendee\u2019s creative gas tank with powerful and inspiring talks, often in the style of TED Talks. Especially best for those who write or tell visual stories, the Nashville conference has built a community of forward-thinking creatives that challenge the status quo. Every year, the event comes to life in fresh and imaginative ways, thanks to the careful curation of different creative themes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last year\u2019s theme was \u201cBetween No Longer &amp; Not Yet.\u201d Speakers included Disney animators, filmmakers, choreographers, playwrights, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/experiencematters.ceros.com\/\">Experience Matters<\/a><\/strong>*<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Experience Matters 2020\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JpOBnvVbjl0?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.ceros.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>New York City | TBD<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what they say<\/strong>: \u201cExperience Matters is for forward-thinking marketers and boundary-pushing designers who are crafting powerful digital experiences with experiential content.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why go<\/strong>: Experience Matters is the conference for creatives who care about going beyond the ordinary to deliver engaging, powerful experiences to their audiences. It also happens to be hosted by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ceros.com\">Ceros<\/a>. Indeed, we\u2019re hosting our very own conference for the first time in 2020, and we have no shame in plugging it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel deep anguish every time you see a static PDF or text-heavy blog post in the wild, this is the event for you. With the Big Apple as its backdrop, EM2020 promises to deliver an experience that audiences have never seen before.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Experience Matters has been postponed. 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