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Digital Summit Philadelphia, a two-day conference for marketing leaders, will take place September 23–24, 2026, at The Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia, bringing together marketing executives, strategists and practitioners to explore the latest developments in AI, search, content and brand strategy.
Ann Handley to Open Digital Summit Philadelphia
Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ann Handley will open the conference on September 23 with her session, “Marketing ASAP: A Smarter Way to Work in an Instant-Results World.”
Her keynote will focus on how marketers can respond to increasing demands for speed while maintaining quality in an always-on digital environment.
On September 24, Jen Kavanagh, SVP of Media and Marketing for the Philadelphia Eagles, will participate in a fireside chat focused on fan engagement and media strategy at one of the NFL’s most recognizable brands.
Agenda Highlights AI Search and Marketing Innovation
The conference will feature speakers from organizations including HubSpot, Nuuly and NASA.
Highlights include:
- Christina Clark, Head of Product for SEO at HubSpot, discussing content strategies for the growing field of answer engine optimization.
- Kim Gallagher, Executive Director of Marketing & Customer Success at Nuuly, exploring Gen Z consumer behavior.
- Thalia K. Patrinos, Communication Strategist at NASA, sharing leadership lessons around authenticity.
Sessions will span multiple concurrent tracks, allowing attendees to build schedules around their marketing priorities.
AI and Emerging Search Trends Take Center Stage
The agenda will cover several key areas shaping modern marketing, including:
- Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and AI search
- AI-powered lead generation
- Paid media and automated bidding
- Content strategies designed to improve conversion
- Personal branding and career growth
- Ethical considerations surrounding AI adoption
Premium and VIP attendees will also have access to select sessions focused on scaling GEO with AI-powered agents and developing repeatable content systems designed to improve conversion.
Networking and Industry Connections
Beyond the educational sessions, Digital Summit Philadelphia will offer networking opportunities throughout the two-day event, including networking breaks, exhibits, networking lunches, a happy hour and an invite-only VIP reception on September 23.
Digital Summit Philadelphia is part of the Digital Summit conference series, which hosts more than eight marketing conferences across the United States.
Registration and the full agenda are available at digitalsummit.com/philadelphia. Attendees can use code NEWS to receive $100 off any ticket.
