The Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in South Africa

Suffering from Virtual Event Fatigue? Do you miss the face to face conference experience, where you can meet the speakers, network with your peers and check out the latest advancements in technologies in the exhibition hall? We hear you, we feel the same and have missed you! Join us in Person at an intimate DigiMarCon Conference near you in 2024.

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DigiMarCon South Africa 2024 is your chance to …
  • Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
  • Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
  • Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network.
The 4th annual DigiMarCon South Africa, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in South Africa returns October 10th to 11th, 2024 at the luxurious 5-star NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. Join your peers in-person or online for 2 days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology.

Be a part of DigiMarCon South Africa 2024 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.

This year’s edition will feature topics such as:
  • Artificial Intelligence & ChatGPT
  • Behavioral & Neuromarketing
  • Content Marketing
  • Conversational Marketing
  • Conversion Rate Optimization
  • Data Science & Big Data
  • Email Marketing
  • Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing
  • Growth Hacking
  • Inbound & Outbound Marketing
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Mobile Marketing
  • Native & Contextual Advertising
  • Omnichannel Marketing
  • Paid Search Marketing
  • Personalization & Privacy
  • Podcast & Webinar Marketing
  • PR & Cause Marketing
  • Predictive Analytics & Attribution
  • Programmatic Advertising
  • Sales & Marketing Automation
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Shopper Marketing
  • Smarketing & Customer Experience
  • Social Commerce
  • Social Media Marketing
  • UI / UX Design
  • User-Generated Content
  • Video Marketing
  • Viral & Buzz Marketing
  • Visual & Voice Search
  • Web Analytics
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DigiMarCon is the most important event in your 2024 calendar. Don’t miss out.

Get Ready To Be

 

Keynotes: Inspired: Get inspired by the headlining speakers at DigiMarCon South Africa 2024. These remarkable individuals will motivate, engage, enlighten, and spur you on to greater productivity.

 

Challenged: Listen to bold and powerful addresses from a diverse group of exciting and influential people. These riveting presentations will educate, challenge, and impress you in less than 20 minutes.

 

Transformed: Explore big ideas presented directly from the innovators and thought leaders of the changing business world. These thought-provoking presentations are designed to help you transform your organization, your business, and yourself.

Learn From The Experts

 

Experts: Digital marketing, media, and advertising professionals will teach you the principles and skills of digital marketing – from basic to advanced – to improve and transform your business utilizing the latest digital marketing techniques.

 

Stories: Hear success stories from businesses that have successfully implemented these digital marketing techniques and solutions. These case studies will profile several companies and industries that have leveraged digital marketing to drive remarkable success in their industries.

Achieve Digital Marketing Success

At DigiMarCon Santa Monica 2024, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing, media and advertising success! Awesome keynotes, expert panels, plus solutions providers and their tools for digital marketing – all in a dynamic, community-based setting. Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success. With plenty of networking opportunities, it is the perfect place to build a professional network, find business partners, generate new ideas, learn and grow.

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DigiMarCon Speakers

An unparalleled lineup of leaders have come to share their secrets.

They will present actionable insights, data-driven knowledge, and innovative ideas from the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
Take a look at some of the top talent who have spoken recently at DigiMarCon Events.

Stay Tuned! 2025 Speakers Have Not Yet Been Announced

Who’s Attending

Innovators, senior marketers and branders, entrepreneurs, digital executives and professionals, web & mobile strategists, designers and web project managers, business leaders, business developers, agency executives and their teams and anyone else who operates in the digital community will attend to learn and leverage digital, mobile, and social media marketing.

Whether it’s building customer loyalty, increasing sales, improving lead generation, or driving greater consumer engagement, DigiMarCon South Africa 2024 has been specifically designed to help attendees develop their audience and build traffic, create brand awareness, improve customer service, and develop better use of digital tools internally to drive more productive business outcomes.

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Who Should Attend?

Marketers

DigiMarCon will bring together marketing leaders. Hear what some of the brands making the biggest waves in marketing believe their advantage is, plus their thoughts and ideas on the industry and their specific challenges.

Media

Some of the biggest media brands in the world speak at DigiMarCon, providing a platform to discuss a wide array of industry topics when it comes to the global and local media industry.

Agencies

Hear from agency leaders across media, creative, digital, social and more. Learn about their market conditions and challenges, their ideation processes and the client opportunities they are seeing.

Event Zones

Here’s a peek at what you will see at DigiMarCon:

Auditorium

The Auditorium is a live stage with round-table seating of speaker presentations. Presentations feature Keynotes. Industry Panels and Master Classes given by Expert Speakers in the digital marketing industry, providing attendees with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions and strategy.

Exhibition Hall

The Exhibition Hall showcases the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech and SaaS. The Exhibition Hall includes ample break tables for networking with your peers.
For more information about exhibiting or becoming a sponsor at DigiMarCon please fill our inquiry form here.

Training Theater

The Training Theater has a mix of a selection of live streamed sessions from DigiMarCon Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference throughout the event program and a Lunch and Learn presentation during the Networking Luncheon.

Podcast Studio

The Podcast Studio is an interactive space where visitors are able to sit in and view live intermittent interviews between a host and selected exhibitors, speakers and. All Podcasts are live streamed across official Social Media Channels.

Dining Hall

The Dining Hall is where food and beverage catering is provided. Use these scheduled networking breaks to get to know the people you connect with via social networks—up close and personal.

Photo Booth

Get your photo taken at the Photo Booth and real-time share on your Social Media Channels. The Photo Booth is a fun interactive experience in the Exhibition Hall that makes your visit more memorable. Digital images, boomerangs and animated GIFs are instantly accessible from the Photo Booth

Become a Sponsor

Bring your brand, product or solution to the forefront of leading media, marketing and advertising professionals as part of the industry’s premier conference of the year. Sponsoring DigiMarCon is the ultimate opportunity to align your company with content that’s strategically important to your positioning in the marketing, media and advertising industry. Create a positive association with your company and progressive marketing through thought leadership.

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MAIN CONFERENCE
PASS
  • This ticket includes:
  • 1-DAY EVENT PERIOD
  •   All General Sessions
  •   Exhibition Hall Access
  •   Refreshment Break
  •   Networking Luncheon
  •   Cocktail Reception
  •   Event Mobile App
  •   Conference Swag Bag
  •   Certificate of Attendance
  •   On Demand
    (Videos, Slide Decks, Podcasts)

ALL ACCESS
PASS
  • This ticket includes:
  • 2-DAY EVENT PERIOD
  •   All General Sessions
  •   All Master Classes
  •   Exhibition Hall Access
  •   Refreshment Breaks
  •   Networking Luncheons
  •   Cocktail Receptions
  •   Event Mobile App
  •   Conference Swag Bag
  •   Certificate of Attendance
  •   On Demand
    (Videos, Slide Decks, Podcasts)

VIP
PASS
  • This ticket includes:
  • 2-DAY EVENT PERIOD
  •   VIP Status      
  •   VIP Priority    
    Registration Check-In
  •   VIP Reserved Seating      
  •   All General Sessions
  •   All Master Classes
  •   Exhibition Hall Access
  •   Refreshment Breaks
  •   Networking Luncheons
  •   Cocktail Receptions
  •   Event Mobile App
  •   Conference Swag Bag
  •   Certificate of Attendance
  •   Optional Luggage Storage
  •   On Demand
    (Videos, Slide Decks, Podcasts)
  •   BONUS:  
    DigiMarCon EMEA
    Virtual Pass (Valued at $297)

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What attendees are saying about our events

Rand Fishkin

Rand Fishkin

Sparktoro

“I’m looking forward to returning to DigiMarCon. I’m putting some of my best material to help deliver truly actionable takeaways for the attendees”
Keneilwe Mekgwe

Keneilwe Mekgwe

Anheuser-Busch InBev

“Everything was there: value, connections, deals and tons of learning! The speakers were best in class and the schedule was relevant and thought provoking.”
Simon Kelly

Simon Kelly

Story Worldwide

“DigiMarCon brings together some of the greatest minds in digital marketing to interact, engage and learn from each other. I highly recommend it”
Irene Becerra

Irene Becerra

Toshiba International

“DigiMarCon is very informative and great fun. The speakers are wonderful, they showed the data and how we can improve. They gave practical tips that I can implement in my everyday work.”
Kevin Jonas

Kevin Jonas

Social Influencer

“DigiMarCon is a fantastic event and one of the best conferences I have been to for digital marketing. You get to meet people that are like minded and have the same kind of passions as you.”
Amy Simpson

Amy Simpson

Hike Marketing

"DigiMarCon should be mandatory for marketing professionals every year. I connected with many of the speakers and expanded my network. I definitely plan to attend DigiMarCon again."
Fernando Angulo

Fernando Angulo

SEMrush

“DigiMarCon is a must-attend event for anyone leading brands into the digital future. I have nothing but compliments and congratulations on a phenomenal conference.”
Ashley Faus

Ashley Faus

Atlassian

“The conference touched on a wide variety of marketing topics which was amazing. I brought back a lot of great material to share with my co-workers.
 Jeff Turnbow

Jeff Turnbow

WinningLocal

“DigiMarCon has built some really great networking opportunities at the venue where you can really get to know people and that is one of the things that distinguishes this conference from other conferences I’ve been too.”
Hideko Tachibana

Hideko Tachibana

FOMO

“I chose DigiMarCon because it is an all-encompassing conference where I can get the highlights and best practices from all sorts of marketing spheres and is the best one stop shop of gaining great knowledge in the industry.
Jason Falls

Jason Falls

Cornett

“Leaders from all corners of the digital marketing, media and advertising industry shared everything from big visions to actionable tactics over 2 days. It was truly unmissable!
Ginger Shimp

Ginger Shimp

SAP

"I was consistently impressed by the quality and substance of presentations. There was no fluff, just actionable and thoughtful approaches to marketing. Thank you DigiMarCon. I’ll be back."

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The DigiMarCon Difference

Business and marketing professionals have a lot of choice in events to attend.
As the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition Series worldwide
see why DigiMarCon stands out above the rest in the marketing industry
and why delegates keep returning year after year

Global Event Series

DigiMarCon is the Largest Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition series in the world, with annual events held in all continents (North America, Latin America, Europe, UK, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa) in 13 countries (United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, Brazil, Singapore, India, United Arab Emirates and South Africa), across 33 cities (New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington DC, New Orleans, Atlanta, Detroit, Miami, Denver, San Diego, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Honolulu, London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Dubai, Sydney, Auckland, Singapore and Sao Paulo). All DigiMarCon Events can be attended in-person or online. Wherever you are located there is a regional DigiMarCon event nearby you can attend.

5-Star Luxury Event Venues

DigiMarCon Conferences are held in top luxury 5-star event venues across the world such as; Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships, Olympic Stadiums, Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre and Wynn, JW Marriott, Marriott Marquis, Hyatt Regency, InterContinental, The Westin, Renaissance, Hilton, Conrad, W, Sheraton, Loews and Sofitel Hotel properties. Discount hotel room rates at each venue hotel means no hassle getting to and from the venue each day.

Extensive & Memorable Networking Experiences

Building relationships matter! At DigiMarCon Conferences we have more networking breaks on our program than others. On average there are 8 Networking breaks at each event giving delegates ample opportunities in a relaxed atmosphere to meet others over the 2-days at the event; from 1-hour round table networking luncheons to 3-hour dinner receptions. These networking breaks are set in picturesque locations to facilitate memorable experiences while fostering new relationships. Such experiences include enjoying cocktails and the Sunset over the Pacific Ocean on a private Ocean Terrace in Santa Monica, to being on the Sydney Olympic Stadium playing arena at night enjoying cocktails under the lights, to dining at the 360 Revolving Restaurant at the top of the CN Tower in Toronto for a Dinner Reception, enjoying cocktails on a private promenade overlooking Times Square in New York City, or having fun at the Dazzles Night Club onboard the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas for a Farewell Party, etc.

Industry Thought Leaders from Leading Brands

DigiMarCon Keynotes, Panels and Master Classes are facilitated by the foremost thought leaders in the industry, from celebrity social media influencers to CMO’s from the largest Fortune 500 company brands that are disrupting the digital marketing, media and advertising industry, such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Adobe, eBay, Netflix and more. All presentations are pitch-free, and include actionable takeaways, case studies, strategies and tactics, ready to be applied when back in the office.

Premium Comfortable Meeting Spaces

At DigiMarCon Conferences you are never ‘left in the dark’…. literally, in a large room far away from the stage and speakers, crushed in tight theater seating, without even a table, while sitting in the dark. At DigiMarCon all delegates have premium meeting space in luxurious ballroom well-lit spaces, with comfortable seating with table enabling delegates to use their laptop to take notes with ample charging facilities onsite in a comfortable space to learn and thrive. All tables are situated close with direct view of the stage.

Value for Money & Generous Discounts

DigiMarCon Conferences are affordable to attend, from single-day event passes up to two-day VIP options at a fraction of the cost of other industry events. We offer significant discounts for early bird registrations. Additionally, on top of time-limited discount pass rates, because budgets are tight, we want to make sure all groups have a chance to attend DigiMarCon. For government employees, students, academic, startups, non-profit organizations and teams, we offer generous discounts off the prevailing registration price.

Collaborative Learning & Audience Participation

Attend DigiMarCon and you become part of the show! DigiMarCon Conferences tap into the talent of the room, drawing from the knowledge and experience of the professionals in the audience. All DigiMarCon events include regular interactive question and answer sessions with speakers and the audience ideal for collaboration, audience polls, along with ice-breaker and group exercises, steered by charismatic Emcees.

Meet the Speakers in Person

DigiMarCon Conferences put you right up and close with the speakers giving you the opportunity to meet these social media influencers which you follow in person. Speakers are never hidden in private speaker rooms away from the audience, they are in the auditorium sitting right beside you and participating.

Exceptional Customer Service

Attending a conference is a well-researched decision. There are many factors to consider such as location, time, venue, cost, speakers, content, etc. At DigiMarCon our results-obsessed Customer Service team are at your service before, during and after the event to help with your needs. It’s at the core of what we do — it drives our business. Offsite, we are ready to assist you via phone, ticket or chat. Onsite at our Conferences, friendly DigiMarCon staff serve as your hosts. They welcome your input and are happy to assist you.

TECHSPO Technology Expo

At all DigiMarCon Conferences is the co-located exclusive event TECHSPO Technology Expo, which showcases the new generation of technology and innovation, including; AdTech, MarTech, Internet, Mobile and SaaS technologies. Be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for the better. Unlimited Access to TECHSPO Technology Expo is included with all DigiMarCon passes.

On Demand Library Access

DigiMarCon All Access & VIP Passes include a 12-month on demand access to hundreds of hours of DigiMarCon speaker keynotes, panels and master class presentations from recent DigiMarCon Conferences, including videos, slide decks and key takeaways, available on demand so you can watch what you want, when you want.

The Largest Digital Marketing, Media & Advertising Community

Attendees of DigiMarcon Conferences gain membership to an exclusive global Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Community of over 500,000 worldwide subscribers to our award-winning digital marketing blog and over 100,000 members to the International Association of Digital Marketing Professionals (visit https://iadmp.org). This global community comprises of innovators, senior marketers and branders, entrepreneurs, digital executives and professionals, web & mobile strategists, designers and web project managers, business leaders, business developers, agency executives and their teams and anyone else who operates in the digital community who leverage digital, mobile, and social media marketing. We provide updates to the latest whitepapers and industry reports to keep you updated on trends, innovation and best practice digital marketing.

Safe, Clean & Hygienic Event Environment

The events industry has forever changed in a world affected by COVID-19. The health and safety of our guests, staff and community is our highest priority and paramount. The team at DigiMarCon is dedicated to ensuring a great experience at our in-person events, and that includes providing a safe, clean and hygienic environment for our delegates. Some of the key areas we have implemented safe and hygienic measures include;

  • Limiting Venue Capacities to allow for Social Distancing
  • Health and Safety Protocols
  • Safe Food and Beverages and Food-handling
  • Sanitation Stations with Hand Sanitizer and Wet Wipes Dispensers
  • Sanitation and Disinfection of Common and High-Traffic Areas
  • Physical Distancing Measures Between Attendees
  • Social Distancing Room and Seating Configurations
  • Non-Contact Thermal Temperature Scanning

Hybrid Events: Attend In-Person or Online

DigiMarCon has always been industry leaders of the Hybrid Event experience for years (a hybrid event combines a "live" in-person event with a "virtual" online component), no one needs to miss out on attending our events. Each DigiMarCon Conference can be attended in-person (with a Main Conference, All Access or VIP Pass) or online (with a Virtual Pass) giving attendees a choice for the experience they want to have. Attending virtually by viewing a Live Stream or On Demand enables participation by people who might be unable to attend physically due to travel or time zone constraints or through a wish to reduce the carbon footprint of the event. If you would like to meet the speakers, network with fellow marketing professionals at refreshment breaks, luncheons and evening receptions, check out the latest Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech and SaaS technologies providers exhibiting then it is highly recommended to attend DigiMarCon in-person. As the largest Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference series with events in 33 international cities worldwide, across 13 countries, there is bound to be a DigiMarCon Event near you to attend in-person if you can.

High-Profile Audience From Leading Brands

DigiMarCon Conference Series is the annual gathering of the most powerful brands and senior agency executives in your region. The Sharpest Minds And The Most Influential Decision Makers - Together for Two Days.

Who Attends Our Conferences
Brands • Agencies • Solution & Service Providers • Media Owners • Publishers • Entrepreneurs • Start-Ups • Investors • Government • Corporates • Institutes of Higher Learning

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