Full Event Agenda
Digital Summit Minneapolis | August 12-13, 2026
Full Event Agenda
Day 1
Sight. Sound. Motion. Emotion. Why the Future of Creativity Belongs to Human Imagination.
David Shing, Shingy
Keynote
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Join a Small-Group Discussion: Strategies for the Modern B2B Buyer Journey
The Growth Roundtable Track
Decode the Vibes: Turn Cultural Chaos into Smarter Marketing Strategy
Greg Swan, FINN Partners
Creativity, Differentiation & Cultural Relevance Track
AI for B2B Lead Generation: 5 Prompts for Marketing Performance
Andy Crestodina, Orbit Media
The Mastermind Hub Track
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Your Customer Journey Map Isn’t Working: Build a Messaging Compass, not a Map
John Triplett, IDX
Customer Intelligence & Experience Track
The Power of Focus: Reveal Blind Spots and Improve Marketing Results with NotebookLM
Dave Meyer, BizzyWeb
Next-Gen Operations & Infrastructure Track
Networking
Influence Orchestration: The New Playbook for B2B Brand Visibility
Ashley Zeckman, Spotlight
Brand Visibility Track
How to Get AI to Recommend Your Brand: The Future of AI Search and Lead Generation
Andy Crestodina, Orbit Media
The Mastermind Hub Track
Proven Strategies for Building Brand Stories That Break Through the Noise
Erin Gulden, The Agency at MSP
Creativity, Differentiation & Cultural Relevance Track
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Your Best Marketing Doesn’t Show Up in Your Reports: Using Offline Data to Reveal Real Impact
Ryan Huschka, Adtaxi
Customer Intelligence & Experience Track
Seven Proven Strategies for Agencies in the Unhappiness Era
Matt Ingwalson, Optimism Delivers
Industry Spotlight Track (Agency)
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Engaging the Next Generation: Building Trust Through Community-Driven Content
Erik Bohnhoff, Foundry North and the Minnesota Star Tribune
Next Level Strategy Track
AI Has Entered the Chat — But You're Still Running the Meeting
Sharon Harris, The SH Collective
Next Level Strategy Track
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Proving Marketing’s Value: Connect Strategy, Performance, and Business Results
Patty Radford Henderson, Annum
Next Level Strategy Track
Human Stories in an AI Era: Lessons from NMDP on Driving Real Action Through Authentic Marketing
Ryan Pena, NMDP
Next-Gen Operations & Infrastructure Track
Matt DeWolf, MK Quinn Media, Inc.
Brand Trust and Safety Track
Mingle & Market-share: Offsite VIP Reception
Networking
Day 2
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
The Memory-Driven Marketing Revolution: Move Your Brand from Attention to Instinct
Emma Kuhl Pitts, PullSpark
The Mastermind Hub Track
8 Social Media Provocations for 2026 (And What Smart Brands Will Do Next)
Arik Hanson, Arik Hanson Social Media
Next Level Strategy Track
Join a Small-Group Discussion – The Moral Dilemma of AI: What It Means for Our Work and Our World
The Growth Roundtable Track
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
LinkedIn Is the New Growth Engine: A 30-Minute Talk + Live Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Nicole Ramirez
Nicole Ramirez, NR Digital Consulting
Brand Trust and Safety Track
Networking
Transform Your Campaign in 90 Minutes: Hands-On Workshop for Building with _nstinct™
Emma Kuhl Pitts, PullSpark
The Mastermind Hub Track
Session Information Coming Soon!
Jennifer (Watson) Ast, athenahealth
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Leading by Example: Amplifying Brand Relevance Through Executive Social Media Presence
Joie Healy, Cisco
Brand Trust and Safety Track
Greta Brooks, Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association
Next Level Strategy Track
15-minute Recharge | Network | Exhibits
Networking
Manufacturers, Meet the New Algorithm Overlords: How to Stay Seen in 2026 and beyond
Liz Andert, H.B. Fuller
Industry Spotlight Track (Manufacturing)
Session Information Coming Soon!
Craig Pladson, Brave Co.
AI + Marketing Strategies for Health and Wellness: Scaling Trust, Creativity and Growth
Annie Scott, Marketing & Creative Leader
Industry Spotlight Track (Health and Wellness)