Shape SMX Advanced 2026 & Win an All-Access Pass
▼ Summary
– SMX Advanced returned as an in-person event in June 2025 for the first time since 2019, serving as a global reunion for search marketers.
– The event highlighted the ongoing rapid changes in search, including AI SEO and algorithm updates, increasing the need for advanced education.
– The organizers are inviting the community to shape the 2026 curriculum by completing a survey on critical topics, challenges, and desired speakers.
– Survey participants can enter a drawing to win an All Access pass to SMX Advanced 2026, scheduled for June 3-5 in Boston.
– The community is also invited to submit session pitches to present breakthrough strategies or case studies at the 2026 event.
This June marked a significant and welcome return for the search marketing community: SMX Advanced came back as a live, in-person event for the first time since 2019. Far more than just another conference, it served as a powerful reunion where professionals from across the globe connected to share ideas and absorb the most current, cutting-edge insights in the field. The energy was a clear testament to the value of gathering in person to navigate our complex industry.
Yet, the landscape of search never pauses. With the breakneck evolution of AI in SEO, relentless algorithm updates, and the ongoing challenge of integrating generative AI with authentic human expertise, the demand for genuinely advanced, actionable education is at an all-time high. Staying ahead requires continuous learning from the brightest minds.
That’s precisely why your expertise is crucial for the future. We are dedicated to crafting the SMX Advanced 2026 program to be our most relevant, forward-thinking, and immersive experience yet. To achieve that, we need the insight of the expert community that gives this event its legendary status. We are formally inviting you to help shape the curriculum for next year.
By completing a brief survey, you can directly influence a program designed to tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities you face. Tell us which advanced topics are most critical for your professional growth right now. Share the recent search changes or complexities that are top of mind. Let us know which industry experts and innovators you need to hear from, and which session formats, from intensive deep-dive clinics to rapid-fire lightning talks and interactive panels, will best help you learn and retain new strategies.
As a thank you for your valuable time and insights, everyone who completes the survey will be entered into an exclusive drawing. One fortunate participant will win a coveted All Access pass to SMX Advanced 2026, scheduled for June 3-5 at the Westin Boston Seaport.
Your involvement can extend beyond shaping the agenda. We also encourage you to consider submitting a session pitch. If you have a breakthrough strategy, an innovative case study, or next-level insights to share, this is your opportunity to help lead the industry conversation. We provide a comprehensive guide to speaking at SMX with details on how to craft and submit a compelling session idea. When you’re ready, you can create a speaker profile and send your pitch directly to our team.
We are eagerly anticipating your submissions and insights, which are instrumental in building an exceptional event for the entire search marketing community.
(Source: Search Engine Land)
