Wondering what conferences to attend? Know that this is your headquarters for the top conferences for entrepreneurs!
Clearly much has changed over the past year with Covid-19, and so many of the events we know and love attending in person have been moved online. Hopefully that changes in 2021 and beyond!
Know that we’ll continue updating this post so you’re sure to have the latest and greatest info on what conferences to attend – regardless of whether they’re in person or virtual.
If you’re an entrepreneur looking to hone your skills, expand your knowledge, become an expert in a particular area, or build incredible relationships with others who are on the same path as you, then finding the right conferences to attend is important.
Conferences are not only a significant monetary investment, but they’re typically a significant time investment as well. When you consider your travel time, your time spent at the event, and the time it takes to get back into your routine once you’re home – it all adds up quick!
So how do you know which conferences will give you a legitimate return on investment?
What conferences should I attend?
First things first, you have to know what your goals for your business are for the next three to 12 months.
Once you have your goals set, you’ll be able to look at conference opportunities from a new perspective: will this conference help me get one step closer to accomplishing my goal?
You can determine whether a conference will help you accomplish your goal by looking at things like:
- The main topics they’ll focus on
- The speaker lineup
- The time commitment
- The monetary investment
For example, if your goal is to improve your stage presence, learn how to be a great speaker, and eventually get paid to speak, then attending a conference like Michael and Amy Port’s Heroic Public Speaking is definitely something to consider.
Whatever your goals, interests, or focus this year, be sure you weigh your options, talk to people who have attended the conference you’re interested in, and ask about their experience.
Conferences to Attend
SXSW
Discover the ideas that will renew your hope in tomorrow, reignite your curiosity, and reinvent what’s possible. This is the time for re-do’s all around to incite positive change.
Dates: Mar 16-20, 2021 (virtual) Stay tuned for 2022 info and dates!
Location: Online / Virtual
Who it’s for:
SXSW is for creatives, industry leaders, storytellers, visionaries, and anyone ready to reimagine the future from scratch.
Podfest Multimedia Expo
Simply stated, Podfest Global Summit is an extension of Podfest Multimedia Expo, one of the longest running and tightest-knit communities of podcasters in the world!
Dates: TBD for in person (check out their website for info on their Master Class sessions, which are being held throughout the year virtually!)
Location: Orlando, FL
Who it’s for:
Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.
We Are Podcast
Through their renowned accelerators, events, and memberships, We Are Podcast help podcasters all over the world get attention, engagement, and sales!
Dates: TBD for in person (check out their website for info on their virtual accelerators, which are being held throughout the year virtually!)
Location: TBD
Who it’s for:
This event is for individuals, associations, and companies who are about to launch a podcast or currently have a podcast and want help to grow their audience, monetize their show, and establish themselves as an authority in their industry.
Podcast Movement 2021
Podcast Movement has been bringing together thousands of podcasters since 2014 to celebrate this incredible medium: podcasting! Use promo code FIRE for a special discount!
Dates: Aug 3 – 6, 2021 (in person; virtual pass available)
**Kate will be keynoting Podcast Movement in 2021, so we’ll see you there!**
Location: Nashville, TN
Who it’s for:
Whether you’re thinking about starting a podcast, have been hosting a podcast for years, or just like being around podcasters, this event will not disappoint.
Traffic & Conversion Summit
Traffic & Conversion Summit is 3 full days of actionable, proven, strategic content from experts (and a few celebrities) who have been in your shoes and have turned their businesses into juggernauts.
Dates: Sept 13 – 15, 2021
Location: San Diego, CA
Who it’s for:
Existing entrepreneurs who are looking to scale and grow their business through online sales and automation.
Funnel Hacking Live
Funnel Hacking Live is an event hosted by Russell Brunson and the software ClickFunnels.
Dates: Sep 22-25, 2021
**John will be speaking at Funnel Hacking Live in 2021!**
Location: Orlando, FL
Who it’s for:
Established entrepreneurs looking to sell products and services to their audience through building funnels and leveraging email marketing.
FinCon
Join an energetic community of personal finance content creators and brands to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other.
Dates: Sept 22-25, 2021 (in person; virtual pass available)
Location: Austin, TX
Who it’s for:
#FinCon2021 is for anyone creating personal finance content on the internet — bloggers, podcasters, YouTubers, coaches and advisors, social media influencers, authors, freelancers and more!
Youpreneuer Summit
Youpreneur Summit, put on by Chris Ducker, shares a little bit of everything when it comes to growing and monetize your online business.
Dates: Nov 12-14, 2022
Location: London, UK
Who it’s for:
Entrepreneurs both new and seasoned who are looking to connect with incredible, like-minded people and have an amazing time while learning loads about what it means to be a Youpreneur.
Puerto Rico Masterminds
Puerto Rico Masterminds is an intimate, actionable, FUN event. This is not your typical mastermind!
Dates: TBD for 2022
Location: Puerto Rico!
Who it’s for:
If you’re looking for an intimate event where you get to spend time with some of the top entrepreneurial minds with full immersion and two full days working on your business (instead of in it), then PRMM is for YOU!
John & Kate’s EOFire Event?…
We haven’t locked anything in just yet, but we’ll keep you posted!
Conclusion
Attending events is a powerful thing.
Not only does it give you, the entrepreneur, an opportunity to learn from the experts in your industry or niche, but it also gives you the opportunity to build meaningful – and hugely impactful – relationships with others.
You never know what opportunities will come from putting yourself out there and being present. So actually schedule time on your calendar to review the conferences listed above – plus do some research of your own based on your business goals – and set a plan for what conferences you’ll attend!