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GeekWire Awards

Thursday, May 7, 2026
Seattle, WA
The much-anticipated and hotly-contested GeekWire Awards celebrate the top innovators, entrepreneurs and technology leaders in the Pacific Northwest. Hosted live from Seattle’s Showbox SoDo on May 7, this must-attend event features a seated dinner, entertainment, fun surprises and coveted awards handed out in a dozen categories.

UXDX

Monday, May 11, 2026 – Wednesday, May 13, 2026

New York, NY and Virtual
Learn the latest Product, UX, Design and Dev practices, increase your T-shaped skills and discover the techniques companies are using to empower teams to deliver.

CascadiaJS

Monday, Jun. 1, 2026 – Tuesday, Jun. 2, 2026

Seattle, WA
Since 2012, CascadiaJS has been the premier JavaScript and web conference in the Pacific Northwest. Every year we bring together hundreds of developers to help them: level up their skills, grow their network, and have fun and make friends. We are a kind and inclusive community with thoughtful Code of Conduct and our goal is to elevate local voices and advocate for an Open Web.

Microsoft Build

Tuesday, Jun. 2, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 3, 2026

San Francisco, CA
Microsoft Build is an annual conference event held by Microsoft, aimed at software engineers and web developers using Windows, Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft technologies.

EDUCAUSE Summit

Tuesday, Jun. 2, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 3, 2026

Chicago, IL
Artificial intelligence is not just another tool—it is transforming the very nature of work. As AI automates knowledge-based tasks, higher education leaders face a pressing challenge: how to prepare and lead a workforce that collaborates with, supervises, and is augmented by AI.

This summit focuses on the workforce implications of AI adoption in higher education, equipping participants to lead the way AI reshapes daily operations, academic support, and administrative roles. Leaders must confront the realities of reskilling staff, redefining roles, and aligning culture and strategy to ensure people and AI systems work productively together.

Designed for practitioners, team leads, senior leaders, and decision-makers—anyone involved in supporting AI adoption and transformation, the program will explore how AI is moving from pilots and planning into larger scale initiatives with potential productivity gains and workforce transformation. Through case studies, leadership panels, and interactive sessions, participants will examine both successes and challenges—including tangible evidence of improved outcomes in student success, faculty efficiency, and operational performance.

Gartner Marketing Symposium/Xpoâ„¢

Monday, Jun. 8, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 10, 2026

Denver, CO
At the Gartner Marketing Symposium/Xpo™ conference CMOs and marketing leaders learned how to spark new ways of thinking, break through assumptions, and to question conventional wisdom about what they can — and cannot — do. They meet Gartner experts and marketing leader peers to fulfill their department’s purpose — driving growth.

Join us and hundreds of your peers for the marketing conference to hear and share the latest insights into emerging technologies, customer experience, marketing strategy and more.

RESPECT Conference

Monday, Jun. 8, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 10, 2026

Chicago, IL
The ACM SIGCSE Conference on Research on Equity and Sustained Participation in Engineering, Computing, and Technology (RESPECT) is the premier venue for research on equity, inclusion, and justice in computing and computing education.

Accessibility Summer Camp

Friday, Jun. 12, 2026
Virtual
The Accessibility Summer Camp is a FREE annual conference based in Wichita, KS with the goal of connecting professionals and educators with best practices in accessibility with individuals who have a desire to learn.

The mission of the Accessibility Summer Camp (ASC) is to provide accessibility training that empowers attendees to create quality, accessible learning environments and remove barriers for all individuals who have a desire to learn.

Digital Summit

Monday, Jun. 15, 2026 – Tuesday, Jun. 16, 2026

Denver, CO
The Most Innovative Digital Marketing Conference Series

Product Marketing Summit Seattle

Tuesday, Jun. 16, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 17, 2026

Seattle, WA
Product Marketing Summit will assemble product marketers from the world’s largest companies and most exciting startups in Seattle to share Product Marketing success stories, experiences and challenges of those positioned at the intersection of product, marketing & sales.

CASE Annual Conference on Marketing and Branding

Monday, Jun. 22, 2026 – Wednesday, Jun. 24, 2026

Denver, CO
Building a strong brand for your institution has never been more important. Balancing the reality of your campus with the overwhelming nature of being a marketer today, this conference will help participants identify, explain and integrate the key ingredients to creating, sustaining and measuring the impact of a successful brand strategy and market position. Join your colleagues to gain insights into how to start the process, bring your campus stakeholders with you, build the optimal organization, determine metrics that matter and develop inspiring creative work that supports your effort.

This conference is designed for professionals with mid-level responsibility.

eduWeb Summit

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2026 – Thursday, Jul. 16, 2026

Orlando, FL
eduWeb is a community of higher education professionals and industry partners passionate about advancing their marketing, communications, and digital work from colleges and universities in the U.S. and abroad.

​We have supported the community with conferences in major cities across the U.S. since 2006. In the landscape of higher education marketing events, the eduWeb Summit is consistently in the Top 10 industry events yearly.
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In 2023, the eduWeb Summit will celebrate its 18th year. The annual eduWeb Summit conference and trade show has grown to attract 800+ attendees from 15 countries and all 50 states.​

MozCon

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2026
New York, NY
MozCon is like summer camp for marketers. Join us in Seattle and immerse yourself in three days of non-stuffy networking and expert sessions delivered by industry leaders in SEO, search marketing, mobile, conversion optimization, local search, and more.

Digital Collegium Accessibility Summit

Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026
Virtual
Learn about digital accessibility in higher education

Learn best practices, share stories with your peers and expand your knowledge on a wide range of accessibility topics.

Beginners and experts, non-technical and technical users, and everyone in-between benefit from attending.

Microsoft 365, Data & Power Platform Conferences

Monday, Aug. 24, 2026 – Friday, Aug. 28, 2026

Seattle, WA
Welcome to the premier destination for Microsoft technology professionals and innovators! In Seattle, we proudly host three distinct conferences—TechCon 365, PWRCON, and DATACON. Each offers a focused, deep dive into specialized areas of the Microsoft ecosystem, ensuring a uniquely comprehensive learning experience. Attendees can also mix and match sessions across all three events to create their perfect agenda.

TechCon 365
TechCon 365 is dedicated to Microsoft 365 technologies, empowering attendees to maximize workplace productivity and collaboration. Dive into tools like Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Loop, OneNote, and Copilot to master modern digital workplaces. Learn to foster seamless communication, collaboration, and employee engagement.

PWRCON
PWRCON focuses on the Microsoft Power Platform, equipping citizen developers and IT professionals to revolutionize business processes. Explore Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, and Copilot Studio to create innovative solutions without traditional coding.

DATACON
DATACON caters to data professionals and analysts, unlocking the potential of Microsoft Azure data solutions. Topics include Azure SQL, data warehousing, Microsoft Fabric, and advanced analytics. Discover how to transform data into actionable insights.

The Conference Experience
Each of these conferences brings together Microsoft MVPs, industry leaders, and technical experts to deliver:

* In-depth technical sessions: Tailored for all experience levels.
* Hands-on workshops: Gain practical knowledge through interactive demos.
* Networking opportunities: Connect with peers and thought leaders.
* Latest technologies: Stay ahead with cutting-edge Microsoft tools and best practices.
* Real-world solutions: Apply what you learn immediately in your organization.

Digital Collegium Content Marketing Summit

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026
Virtual
Spend a day exploring how strong storytelling and smart strategy can elevate your institution’s digital presence. You’ll leave with clear ideas, new skills and inspiration you can put to work right away.

Content Marketing Summit

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026
Virtual
The Content Marketing Summit brings together higher education communicators, creators and strategists to explore how intentional storytelling builds trust, strengthens brand identity and drives real impact.

INBOUND

Wednesday, Sep. 16, 2026 – Friday, Sep. 18, 2026

Boston, MA
Better growth starts here. Hosted by HubSpot, INBOUND is where leaders transform ideas into impact and find creative ways to catapult their organizations forward. Experience three days of game-changing insights, meaningful connections, and breakthrough content that delivers real results. INBOUND is your launchpad for better business and personal growth.

DDX Innovation & UX Conference

Thursday, Sep. 17, 2026
San Diego, CA
The conference about the future of digital innovation. Discover pathways to design outcome-driven digital innovation.

Button: the content design conference

Thursday, Sep. 24, 2026 – Friday, Sep. 25, 2026

Virtual
From AI and audits to design systems and text strings, the Button program is filled with practical how-tos and actionable takeaways. Hear from content design experts on the front lines, connect with the community on Slack, and access on-demand recordings for a full year.

EDUCAUSE Annual Conference

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2026 – Friday, Oct. 2, 2026

Denver, CO
The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference connects the best thinkers in higher education technology.

This is THE event where professionals and technology providers from around the world gather to network, share ideas, grow professionally, and discover solutions to today’s challenges. It’s the largest gathering of your peers…people you can relate to, learn from, and stay connected to throughout the year.

Content Marketing World

Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 – Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026

Denver, CO
Learn from 150+ expert speakers, reinvigorate your strategies, and get the tools to advance your future.

Content Marketing World is produced by the Content Marketing Institute and brings together marketing leaders, content creators, communications experts, agencies, and creative professionals from around the world.

Seattle Interactive Conference

Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 – Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

Seattle, WA
SIC is a celebration of the incredible work happening at the intersection of technology, creativity and digital marketing. We spotlight innovation in experience, design, and strategy. We believe in the power of creative thinking, and that data and technology can be leveraged to help us make better, intentional choices.

Pacific NW Drupal Summit

Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 – Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026

Vancouver, BC
The Pacific Northwest Drupal Summit is a regional conference that celebrates the Drupal open-source community in the Pacific Northwest. The event features a rich program of sessions, training, and networking opportunities for developers, designers, website builders, and project managers. Attendees can expect a diverse range of topics, from site building and theming to project management and custom development.

All Things Open

Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 – Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026

Raleigh, NC
After all these years, open source skills are more important and sought after than ever. More than anything, ATO is an educational conference where attendees learn about new technologies and topics, and it’s always been that way. The goal is for attendees to leave having learned something or been made aware of something new.

Digital Collegium Annual Conference

Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 – Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026

Online and Pittsburgh, PA
The Digital Collegium Annual Conference (formerly known as the HighEdWeb Annual Conference) is the conference created by and for higher ed professionals across all departments and divisions. For developers, marketers, and programmers to managers, designers, writers, and all team members in-between. Our annual conference rotates between major regions in the United States so that we can equally serve our communities wherever they are located throughout the country.

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpoâ„¢

Monday, Oct. 19, 2026 – Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

Orlando, FL
The Gartner IT Symposium/Xpoâ„¢ conference addressed the most significant challenges faced by CIOs and IT executives. Attendees joined Gartner experts and peers to explore new solutions and unearthed new insights to meet the moment, make the difference. As they prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the year ahead, attendees walked away with guidance to drive future technology innovations, successful business strategies, and critical execution.

LavaCon Content Strategy Conference

Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 – Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026

Charlotte, NC
LavaCon started in Hawaii (hence our name) to help organizations leverage state-of-the-art content technologies. However, LavaCon is more than just a conference. It’s a gathering place where content professionals network with peers and build relationships that will last for years to come.

AMA Symposium for the Marketing of Higher Education

Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026 – Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, CO
With a 30+ year history, the AMA Symposium for the Marketing of Higher Education is dedicated to connecting you with peers and solution providers to help solve today’s higher ed challenges.

It’s marketers like you who keep our higher education community growing and thriving. Our program of peer-reviewed content will help you enhance your marketing strategy, build strong brands, improve your reputation, achieve enrollment success and maintain financial strength.

Adobe MAX

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026 – Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026

Miami Beach, FL
Join us to be inspired at every turn, meet other passionate creatives, and learn how to create whatever you can dream. And while nothing compares to being face to face, you can still attend online.

Accessing Higher Ground

Monday, Nov. 16, 2026 – Friday, Nov. 20, 2026

Denver, CO
Accessing Higher Ground focuses on the implementation and benefits of: accessible media, Universal Design and Assistive Technology in the university, business and public setting; legal and policy issues, including ADA and 508 compliance; and the creation of accessible media and information resources, including Web pages and library resources.

Microsoft Ignite

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 – Friday, Nov. 20, 2026

San Francisco, CA
Microsoft Ignite is an annual conference for developers and IT professionals that focuses on Microsoft's technology. The event features announcements about new products and services, as well as opportunities for networking and learning.

AWS re:Invent

Monday, Nov. 30, 2026 – Friday, Dec. 4, 2026

Las Vegas, NV
Get inspired to innovate with AWS! Join us for five days of learning, networking activities, announcements, and interactive events. Have fun, level up your skills, and make new connections.

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DrupalCon

Monday, Mar. 23, 2026 – Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026

Orlando, IL
The biggest open-source event in North America, DrupalCon, is coming to Atlanta, Georgia. We can't wait to see you at this one-of-a-kind experience!

Developer Week

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2027 – Thursday, Feb. 11, 2027

Santa Clara, CA
Join 8,000+ professionals at the world’s largest developer and engineering expo and conference series.

CSUN Assistive Technology Conference

Monday, Mar. 8, 2027 – Friday, Mar. 12, 2027

Anaheim, CA
For nearly 40 years, the Center on Disabilities, through the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, has provided an inclusive setting for researchers, practitioners, exhibitors, end users, speakers and other participants to share knowledge and best practices in the field of assistive technology. In 2019, the conference drew more than 5,000 people to Anaheim, CA. Known as a forum that showcases cutting edge technology and practical solutions that can be utilized to remove the barriers that prevent the full participation of persons with disabilities in educational, workplace and social settings, the conference is the largest of its kind in the world.

Gartner Data & Analytics Summit

Monday, Mar. 8, 2027 – Wednesday, Mar. 10, 2027

Orlando, FL
The Gartner Data & Analytics Summit addressed top challenges that data, analytics and AI professionals are facing and equips leaders to scale using data management, data architecture and governance best-practices. From maximizing business impact within budget constraints to aligning data and analytics strategies and AI adoption, attendees from the data and analytics summit walked away with the technical know-how but also with the strategic insight to drive meaningful change and organizational success.

CASE District VIII Annual Conference

Monday, Mar. 8, 2027 – Wednesday, Mar. 10, 2027

Vancouver, BC
The CASE District VIII Annual Conference offers a variety of speaker sessions and workshops across topics in advancement services, alumni relations, development, communications and marketing, and professional development within nonprofit education organizations.

Join us in Bellevue for a new approach to learning and connecting with like-minded leaders. The packed program will feature innovative events to stimulate integrated, transdisciplinary, and collaborative work. Three days will be filled with insightful industry-specific sessions, notable speakers, outstanding case studies, and valuable in person networking.

Laser-focused on emerging trends and opportunities within advancement, the conference is designed to enhance your capabilities. This opportunity will provide the innovation, resources, and partnerships needed to develop effective advancement practices in an evolving education landscape.

SxSW

Monday, Mar. 15, 2027 – Sunday, Mar. 21, 2027

Austin, TX
Featuring a variety of tracks that focus on the most important breakthroughs in technology, film, culture, and music, SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.

DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest

Thursday, May 6, 2027 – Friday, May 7, 2027

Seattle, WA
DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference in the Pacific Northwest region returns April 7th to 8th, 2025 to The Westin Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington. Join your peers in-person or online for 2 days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Be a part of DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest 2025 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions, networking and more! See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.