The creator economy is one of the fastest-growing segments of the global business landscape. According to CreatorIQ, organizations invested $79M in creator partnerships through its platform in 2024, up 47% from the previous year.
Creative Class Group’s research reveals that around 362M digital creators across 20 countries generate $368B in annual revenue. That amount alone is already as big as Hong Kong’s GDP.
Even traditional entertainment staples such as Sundance are introducing dedicated creator economy events to recognize this industry’s strides.
As the industry gains traction, a growing number of events focused on digital content creation, marketing strategies, and networking opportunities are being organized. Here are a few events not-to-be-missed.
The largest technology and culture festival’s dedicated creator programming explores audience building, monetization strategies, and industry trends. Part of the larger SXSW Conference & Festivals celebrating the convergence of tech, film, television, and music industries, the Creator Economy track features over 450 community-sourced sessions. Sessions are curated through PanelPicker®, with input from SXSW staff and the PanelPicker Evaluator Committee. All SXSW badges receive primary access to this YouTube-sponsored track.
- When: March 7-11, 2025
- Where: Austin, Texas (USA)
A premier gathering for creative entrepreneurs and influencers, Alt Summit has proven transformative for many industry leaders. Since its founding in 2009, the conference has hosted 15 major events and launched significant platforms, including Pinterest, which found its early user base at the conference. The event draws diverse creative professionals, including artists, photographers, pinners, Instagrammers, vloggers, shop owners, and content creators, with 85% of attendees returning for multiple years. The conference emphasizes collaborative networking over competition.
- When: March 14-17, 2025
- Where: Renaissance Hotel, Palm Springs, California (USA)
A single-day intensive event bringing together 1,000 attendees from 150 companies across 20 sessions. The summit features industry leaders, including Nas Company CEO Nuseir Yassin and YouTube creator Jordan Matter. Programming includes expert-led workshops, keynotes, creator speed dating sessions, and business roasts. The format combines educational content with networking opportunities, focusing on content strategy, brand building, and community development. Interactive elements include live performances, photo booths, and themed networking activities.
- When: March 21, 2025
- Where: Miami, Florida (USA)
Australia’s largest creator convention, hosting hundreds of content creators, brands, and agencies across three major cities. The event features international speakers, platform keynotes, and interactive workshops designed for face-to-face networking. Programming includes dedicated streams for social commerce, product development, and podcasting. A unique feature is the live broadcast fundraising element supporting charitable causes. The conference offers direct access to over 25 platform representatives from major social media companies for Q&A sessions.
- When: March 2025
- Where: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane (Australia)
The industry’s largest social media marketing conference, emphasizing AI integration, organic social strategies, and paid advertising. The 12th annual event features carefully selected speakers chosen for their knowledge, integrity, and training experience. The conference offers specialized tracks in AI and marketing, organic social marketing, and paid social marketing across platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok. All-Access ticket holders receive an extra day of marketing workshops covering behavioral science, content strategy, and advanced video creation. The event maintains a strict no-pitch policy for presenters, ensuring purely educational content.
- When: March 30 – April 1, 2025
- Where: San Diego Convention Center, California (USA)
The creator economy is one of the fastest-growing segments of the global business landscape. According to CreatorIQ, organizations invested $79M in creator partnerships through its platform in 2024, up 47% from the previous year.
Creative Class Group’s research reveals that around 362M digital creators across 20 countries generate $368B in annual revenue. That amount alone is already as big as Hong Kong’s GDP.
Even traditional entertainment staples such as Sundance are introducing dedicated creator economy events to recognize this industry’s strides.
As the industry gains traction, a growing number of events focused on digital content creation, marketing strategies, and networking opportunities are being organized. Here are a few events not-to-be-missed.
SXSW Creator Economy Track
The largest technology and culture festival’s dedicated creator programming explores audience building, monetization strategies, and industry trends. Part of the larger SXSW Conference & Festivals celebrating the convergence of tech, film, television, and music industries, the Creator Economy track features over 450 community-sourced sessions. Sessions are curated through PanelPicker®, with input from SXSW staff and the PanelPicker Evaluator Committee. All SXSW badges receive primary access to this YouTube-sponsored track.
Alt Summit
A premier gathering for creative entrepreneurs and influencers, Alt Summit has proven transformative for many industry leaders. Since its founding in 2009, the conference has hosted 15 major events and launched significant platforms, including Pinterest, which found its early user base at the conference. The event draws diverse creative professionals, including artists, photographers, pinners, Instagrammers, vloggers, shop owners, and content creators, with 85% of attendees returning for multiple years. The conference emphasizes collaborative networking over competition.
Nas Summit Miami
A single-day intensive event bringing together 1,000 attendees from 150 companies across 20 sessions. The summit features industry leaders, including Nas Company CEO Nuseir Yassin and YouTube creator Jordan Matter. Programming includes expert-led workshops, keynotes, creator speed dating sessions, and business roasts. The format combines educational content with networking opportunities, focusing on content strategy, brand building, and community development. Interactive elements include live performances, photo booths, and themed networking activities.
Create AU
Australia’s largest creator convention, hosting hundreds of content creators, brands, and agencies across three major cities. The event features international speakers, platform keynotes, and interactive workshops designed for face-to-face networking. Programming includes dedicated streams for social commerce, product development, and podcasting. A unique feature is the live broadcast fundraising element supporting charitable causes. The conference offers direct access to over 25 platform representatives from major social media companies for Q&A sessions.
Social Media Marketing World
The industry’s largest social media marketing conference, emphasizing AI integration, organic social strategies, and paid advertising. The 12th annual event features carefully selected speakers chosen for their knowledge, integrity, and training experience. The conference offers specialized tracks in AI and marketing, organic social marketing, and paid social marketing across platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok. All-Access ticket holders receive an extra day of marketing workshops covering behavioral science, content strategy, and advanced video creation. The event maintains a strict no-pitch policy for presenters, ensuring purely educational content.