Being in the right place at the right time can make all the difference when it comes to raising your profile. As markets become increasingly crowded and executive calendars more competitive, an important question has emerged: Which cities deserve a permanent place on your travel calendar? The answer goes far beyond the conference itself.

As we wrap up another busy quarter, we're reflecting on the events, conversations, and experiences that brought communities together this spring. From exclusive hospitality suites at the FIFA World Cup to intimate networking events and company offsites, Q2 was all about creating moments that fostered authentic relationships.

Ever wonder what it's like to be in the right room at the right time? On September 18 in San Francisco, The Room Podcast's Inside Summit brings together founders, investors, operators, and industry leaders to highlight  what comes next in the world of emerging tech.  

We sat down with Claudia Laurie, Co-Founder and Co-Host of The Room Podcast, to discuss the AI trends creating buzz on the agenda, can't-miss experiences they're planning onsite, and why San Francisco remains at the forefront of the emerging tech scene.

We sat down with Jody Tropeano Greene, Head of Content at HLTH to learn the biggest updates to expect from the HLTH agenda this year, how attendee expectations have shifted over the years, and more. Plus, find out what makes a HLTH speaker submission truly stand out, perfectly timed with their call for speakers closing very soon (June 12th!).

Whether your goal is to stay ahead of emerging trends or secure a platform for your executives to share their perspective on stage, these are the sustainability events most likely to drive meaningful industry visibility and influence across 2026 and 2027.

This fall, WeAreDevelopers will launch its inaugural U.S. edition with WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America, which is expected to draw 10,000+ attendees on September 23-25 in San Jose, Calif.

We sat down with Sead Ahmetovic, CEO & Co-Founder of WeAreDevelopers, about exciting updates planned for their first-ever U.S. event, can't-miss sessions to experience onsite, and how to increase your chances to some day speak on stage. 

Dinners are the new trade show for companies wanting to promote through events - but still, most are missing the mark.  ‘Hosting a dinner’ doesn't mean the pitch-to-a-prospect over a fancy steak type of deal. Dinners that matter mean intentional, curated, well-thought-out, table conversation events that truly move the dial. And yes, we would consider ourselves experts - we’ve organized over 150 dinners in our time as an events agency.

In just a short time, HumanX has made great strides as the AI conference to attend—take it from us, as we recently had the pleasure of attending their event in San Francisco to witness firsthand the energy, education, and excitement onsite.

We sat down with Shauna Kiely, Head of Content - EMEA at HumanX, about the launch of their first-ever HumanX expansion into Europe, what to expect, and what makes a stellar speaking submission.

HumanX brought together thousands of executives, founders, investors, and technologists all trying to figure out the same question: where does AI go from here—and who's steering it? Over the course of the event, that question played out across keynotes, panels, interactive sessions, and “water cooler” conversations that we walked away from with a new perspective.

For us, being on the ground wasn't just about presence. It was about paying attention. Let’s dive in!

This quarter, we brought together 1,056 attendees across a variety of markets and cities, from Austin to Seattle, New York City, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago, continuing to build momentum and deepen engagement within our client’s core audiences.

With AI-generated content flooding feeds, audiences have developed stronger filters for authenticity. Founders who speak from lived experience signal credibility in a way brand copy simply can’t. Emotional storytelling also drives memory, engagement, and audience connection — making it one of the most effective tools for cutting through crowded ecosystems. This post recaps why founder-led storytelling is working and how it performs best.

In honor of Women’s History Month, this edition of credTen spotlights events that put women leaders front and center—where their perspectives are amplified, their expertise is recognized, and their influence extends far beyond the stage.