SMX Advanced – the premier conference for senior-level search marketers – returns to Boston June 3 to 5, 2026 at the Westin Boston Seaport.

We want to bring the most advanced strategies in SEO, PPC, and AI to our community – and we need your help to make it happen.

Search is changing faster than ever.

• SEOs are scrambling to master AI SEO, navigate a SERP now dominated by AI Overviews, and make sense of Google volatility and algorithm updates.
• For PPC advertisers, making smart, data-driven decisions is getting harder. And on top of that, you’re expected to adopt new AI tools while still applying the right human touch.

SMX Advanced is looking for speakers who can offer real insight into these tough challenges.

If you have high-level, proven strategies for today’s environment, now’s the time to submit your session idea. Even if you’ve never spoken at SMX – in person or online – we encourage you to pitch. We’re always looking for new speakers with diverse perspectives.

The deadline for SMX Advanced pitches is Jan. 30. The sooner you submit, the better – spots fill up fast.

Here are a few tips for submitting a strong session proposal:

• Make sure it is a truly advanced topic geared toward intermediate to advanced search marketing professionals.
• Present an original idea and/or unique session format.
• Include a case study or specific examples.
• Be realistic about what you can present in 20 minutes.
• Provide tangible takeaways and a plan of action.
• Include what an attendee will be able to do better as a result of attending your session.

Read our guide to speaking at SMX for more details on how to submit a session idea. When you’re ready, create your profile and send us your session pitch.

If you have questions, feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. I’m looking forward to reading your proposals!

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About the Author

Kathy is the director of event content at Third Door Media. She has more than 25 years of experience in marketing communications, event management and marketing training. Formerly, Kathy was the director of content and training for the Digital Summit series of events where she oversaw the content development and quality of more than 20 events a year. Prior to that she was the director of training for MarketingProfs where she worked on live events, virtual events and developed marketing training programs using instructional design techniques and adult learning theory. She has also worked on industry events for other companies including the Direct Marketing Association and Penton Media.