2024 Agenda

More speakers and sessions coming!
Day 1
30 Oct 2024

CMO & Marketing Lead Outlook: The Big Picture

The CMO Outlook keynote panel brings together four leading marketing and communication executives from leading DC area companies to discuss their outlook for 2025 — and beyond. This “big picture”...
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Matthew Blocher
Martha Boudreau
Onney Crawley
Jenifer Kern

Keynote: Matt Turner, Social Media Specialist, National Park Service

Matt Turner is a Social Media Specialist in the National Park Service where he manages the agency’s popular social media channels. His experience creating and managing digital content spans over...
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Matt Turner

20th Anniversary Tribute to ADWKDC Founder Cary Hatch

2024 marks the 20th anniversary of ADWKDC. In recognition, the Mid-Atlantic MarCom Summit and ADWKDC are paying tribute to the founder of ADWKDC and founding supporter of Capitol Communicator, co-founder...
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Cary Hatch

Chief Communications Officers Roundtable on Emerging Trends and Tactics

In this exclusive roundtable, chief communications officers from diverse industries come together to discuss the evolving communication landscape and the innovative strategies they are deploying to connect with their audiences....
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Kathy Baird
Josh Morton
Scott Stanzel
Lydia Sermons

SEO in 2025: Navigating the Future of Search Optimization

This panel of leading SEO experts will explore the latest trends and future strategies shaping the world of SEO in 2025. Experts will dive into the impact of AI-driven algorithms,...
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Legendary Agency Founder Larry Weber: Harnessing the Power of Tech for Good

As a self-proclaimed techno-optimist, legendary agency pioneer Larry Weber will bring inspiring examples of companies using technology to positively impact humanity, providing lessons of storytelling for all communicators. This conversation...
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Larry Weber

Social Media Outlook: Insights, Case Studies and Strategies in Current Landscape

Several of the region’s leading social media thought leaders will provide insight into their outlook for 2025 and beyond. How has their social strategy shifted in the last year? What...
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Colleen Gallagher
Tim Alexander

Amplifying Voices: The Power of Social Impact Communications 

This interactive panel discussion, led by social impact agency CMRignite, will explore how organizations can leverage authentic storytelling as a superpower to reach communities and inspire real, positive change.  Panelists will...
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Achieving digital transformation success by aligning goals and incentives

In the fast-paced business environment we all know too well, setting the right goals and aligning incentives across an organization can be the key to driving successful outcomes, whether during...
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Michael Vanderhoof
Greg Kihlström

The Remarkable Power of Interesting Work

This presentation will explore the importance of creating meaningful and stimulating work. Presenter: Tuesday Poliak who serves as the Chief Creative Officer for RP3 Agency, has over two decades of...
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Tuesday Poliak

Navigating the Public Sector: Opportunities, Trends, and Winning Strategies

This presentation explores the vast opportunities within the public sector, where federal and state governments spend over $4.8 billion annually on marketing communications contracts. It highlights market nuances, including common...
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Mike Kapetanovic

Reaching Hard-to-Reach Audiences in the Age of Information Overload

We are living in an era when content is easier than ever to create and disseminate. While this can be good for PR and communications professionals (and their budgets!), it...
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Katie Jacobs
Denise Kennedy

B2B Marketing Outlook

B2B marketing leaders will share their expertise in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of business-to-business marketing in the digital era. You’ll gain valuable insights into innovative strategies, data-driven approaches, and the...
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Mia Libby
Colby Proffitt
Tommi Marsans

Government Marketing 101: From Market Entrant to Seasoned Government Contractor

Navigating the world of government marketing can be a challenging journey, especially for solo entrepreneurs and small businesses looking to make their mark. This panel is designed to guide you...
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Stephanie Geiger
Alex Love
Megan Battaglia

Opinion Placement Tips from Leading Editors

We’ve gathered a group of DC-based opinion editors to discuss today’s newsroom policies and opportunities available to communicate your organization’s perspective, as they offer their advice and tips on the...
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Daniel Allott
Micha Green
Alyssa Rosenberg
Nick Wakeman
Sonya Gavankar McKay

Leveraging AI for Enhanced B2G Engagement: A Strategic Approach

As the landscape of government procurement evolves, B2G marketers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their engagement strategies with government end users. This panel will explore how...
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Jeffrey Wolinsky
Alyssa Pettus

Sales 401: Getting Deep Inside Your Sales Leader’s Head

This session will takes attendees deep inside the minds of top B2B sales leaders to see what’s really on their mind. In this fast-paced and intensive session, you’ll be able...
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Fred Diamond

Building Team Culture and Retention in the Hybrid Workplace

Are you struggling to foster a cohesive team culture in a hybrid work environment? Wondering how to retain talent and create camaraderie across different generations in today’s evolving workplace? Join...
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