SMX West Networking Activities and Parties Scheduled
We’ve already highlighted the exceptional content and highly qualified presenters at SMX West. But there’s another aspect of the show that is just as important and valuable – networking. And with hundreds of companies sending delegates (so far), there are lots of people to network with!
Keep reading to learn more about the networking opportunities and then register for your All Access pass to Search Marketing Expo – SMX West, March 2-4 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara CA.
SMX Online Networking
Networking begins before the conference on SMX Connect, the SMX West social networking site. You can:
- post your profile, introduce yourself to others, and arrange meetings
- create and print a custom itinerary of sessions and activities
- schedule lunches with others who share your interests at birds-of-a-feather tables (see below for details)
For more details about SMX Connect and the other virtual networking opportunities, visit our online networking page.
Meeting people online is great, but networking in person is where you make the connections that grow your professional network. Here is the schedule of in-person networking events at SMX West:
SMX Meet & Greet
Monday, March 1 – 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Start your SMX West experience off right! Arrive early, pick up your All Access Pass and join us for an informal evening reception with fellow attendees, speakers and invited guests at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Open to All Access and Networking Pass holders.
Meet & Eat Networking Lunches and Birds-Of-A-Feather Tables
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at lunch
There are two ways to get more out of lunch at SMX than just hot meals! All lunches are included for presenters, SMX West All Access and Networking pass holders. You’re certain to sit with knowledgeable and engaging people.
Like the experience to be a little more structured? Sign on to SMX Connect and sign up for a birds-of-a-feather table. These are a great opportunities to continue the conversation with others who share your interests. Topics include paid search, local search, technical SEO, real time search, analytics, social media, video search and more.
SMX Expo Hall
Tuesday, March 2 – 9:45am to 7pm & Wednesday, March 3 – 10am to 3:30pm
There’s another important group to network with at SMX West – the leading search engine marketing solution providers on the Expo Hall floor. Bing, Google and Yahoo will be there. Others include SEO and PPC agencies, search management software services, pay-per-click networks and search analytics providers. See the complete list here. They all bring their most knowledgeable people to SMX, so you’ll get the straight scoop on how they can help you grow your business.
Having all these great companies in one place saves you time. You can see all of them in a couple of hours, rather than spending weeks on in-office meetings or on WebEx conference calls. And many of the exhibitors and sponsors will be presenting case studies, best practices and solution demonstrations in the SMX Theater. The Theater is a no-pressure environment where you can learn about a company’s offerings, and decide whether you want to visit their booth for a follow up conversation. Check the SMX Theater schedule for the presentation schedule and times.
SMX Networking Reception
Tuesday, March 2 – 6:00pm to 7:00pm
At the close of the sessions on March 2, come back to the Expo Hall for the SMX Networking Reception. This is your time to talk, relax, and have a drink and snacks while you visit with exhibitors and sponsors you may have missed during the day. The SMX Networking Reception is sponsored by Ask.com.
Ignite SMX West
Tuesday, March 2 – Doors Open at 7:30pm, Presentations Begin at 8:00pm
Join us for Ignite SMX West. What *is* Ignite? It’s a fun, high-energy evening of a dozen or so “speed presentations.” Ignite presenters get 5 minutes to talk about a topic, using a slide deck that auto-advances every 15 seconds – whether they’re ready or not! Ignite is free for anyone with any type of SMX conference pass to attend, including Expo passes which are also free with pre-registration. Ignite SMX is part of Global Ignite Week.
SMX After Dark
Tuesday, March 2 – 9:00pm to ?
Join us for an evening of fun and networking at SMX After Dark, sponsored by Bing.com. All SMX West attendees are invited to spend the evening pool side at the Santa Clara Hyatt (adjacent to the convention center) to enjoy each others’ company and some refreshments.
Look for details and additions to the networking activities on our page!
SMX West is an outstanding value at just $1395 for 3 days of exceptional content and invaluable connections, with the essential conveniences SMX events offer. You can be confident you’ve invested wisely; we guarantee it!
PS: Want to send a team? Check out our attractive group rates and save 20-35% on registration prices.