Digital Marketing & AI Summit 2026 - SD Networking Events
About this Event
DIGITAL MARKETING & AI SUMMIT 2026
The Future of Marketing Is Here. Are You Ready?
Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 4–8 PM
UC San Diego Park & Market | Downtown San Diego
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AI is changing everything about digital marketing. The question is: Are you using it to grow your business, or are your competitors getting ahead?
The way businesses attract customers, generate leads, build brands, and increase sales is changing faster than ever.
Artificial Intelligence, social media, search engines, automation, and digital advertising are transforming the marketing landscape. What worked yesterday may not work tomorrow.
It's time to get ahead of the curve!
Join SD Networking Events for our Digital Marketing & AI Summit 2026, an exciting evening bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs, marketing professionals, industry experts, and innovators to explore the strategies and technologies shaping the future of business growth.
This isn't just another marketing conference. It's an opportunity to discover new ideas, learn practical strategies, make powerful business connections, and walk away inspired to take your marketing to the next level.
WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER
AI-Powered Marketing Strategies
Discover how artificial intelligence can help businesses create content, streamline marketing, improve productivity, and identify new growth opportunities.
Social Media Marketing That Drives Results
Explore strategies for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other social platforms to increase visibility, build stronger audiences, and attract potential customers.
Digital Advertising & Lead Generation
Learn approaches to reaching the right audience, improving advertising performance, generating qualified leads, and turning prospects into paying customers.
SEO, Search & Online Visibility
Understand how search is evolving with AI and what businesses should consider to stay visible as customers discover products and services in new ways.
Marketing Automation & Smarter Business Growth
Explore tools and strategies to automate repetitive tasks, improve customer follow-up, and build more efficient marketing systems.
Branding, Content & Conversion Strategies
Discover ways to stand out in a crowded marketplace, strengthen your message, build trust, and turn attention into business opportunities.
MORE THAN A SUMMIT — A POWERFUL NETWORKING EXPERIENCE!
One of the biggest advantages of attending SD Networking Events is the opportunity to connect face-to-face with other motivated professionals.
Meet local business owners, entrepreneurs, agency leaders, marketing experts, and decision-makers who are serious about growing their businesses.
You might discover your next client, referral partner, strategic alliance, or game-changing business connection.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Business owners and entrepreneurs looking to attract more customers
- Marketing directors and social media professionals
- CEOs, founders, and startup teams
- Digital marketing agencies and consultants
- Sales professionals and business development leaders
- Content creators and personal brands
- Anyone interested in using AI to work smarter and grow faster
Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or already investing in digital marketing, this summit is designed to deliver ideas you can put into action.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: UC San Diego Park & Market
1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Presented by: SD Networking Events
YOUR NEXT BIG BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY COULD START HERE!
Marketing is evolving. AI is accelerating. Competition isn't slowing down.
Don't get left behind.
Invest one evening in discovering new strategies, meeting forward-thinking professionals, and finding opportunities to grow your business.
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
https://digitalmarketingsummit2026.eventbrite.com
Connect. Collaborate. Grow.
James Hickey
James Hickey is a recognized leader in the digital and social media marketing industry. He specializes in delivering strategic digital marketing plans tailored for local business marketing departments, entrepreneurs, life coaches, and startup ventures. His expertise spans across a wide array of marketing disciplines, including lead generation, Google Ads, video marketing, blogging, article marketing, mobile app development and promotion, and social media strategy.
James Hickey is also the Founder of SD Networking Events.
Deb Cole - Founder of AI Chillify™ Attract. Automate. Profit.
“Revenue On Repeat: How to Roy Kent the Internet and Show Up Everywhere with AI”
Create once. Chill always. Get Seen EVERY FREAKIN' WHERE.™
Perfect for local business owners who want to stop chasing clients and start commanding attention on every platform—without burning out or breaking the bank.
David Esau - Click Track Marketing - Digital Marketing, AI, Systems & Automation
David Esau is the founder of Click Track Marketing, a former Googler, author of Raising the Digital Bar, and someone who’s obsessed with tracking what actually works in marketing.
Mark Harbert is a seasoned online marketer who has been making waves in the digital space since 2008. With over 200,000 leads generated and millions of dollars in courses and affiliate products sold, Mark has helped countless others achieve their entrepreneurial dreams.
But Mark’s success story is one of grit and grace. Before reaching these heights, he faced significant challenges, including moments of uncertainty about how to provide for his family. Through relentless hard work, laser-focused determination, and an unwavering commitment to his goals, Mark turned those struggles into triumphs. His journey includes milestone achievements such as generating over $100,000 in a single day and surpassing $300,000 in monthly revenue.
Today, Mark is dedicated to equipping entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed. He specializes in teaching video marketing and AI automation strategies that streamline sales processes, freeing up time for what matters most: faith, family, and creating a life of purpose.
For Mark, faith and family are the cornerstones of his life. Above all, he strives to leave a legacy of hope and transformation, rooted in the power of God's amazing grace.
Joel Otterstrom is an entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and tech founder with over 25 years of experience in e-commerce, digital marketing, and software development. Based in Salt Lake City, he is the founder of TREND, a social commerce platform designed to empower creators and brands through community and technology
A Brigham Young University–educated technologist, Joel has built and led multiple ventures across marketing, analytics, and ecommerce, helping businesses grow through innovative digital strategies. Cofounded the first Hosted Shopping Cart in 2003. His work focuses on bridging the gap between technology, content, and commerce, enabling creators to turn attention into revenue.
M.L. Ruscsak (Melisa) is the founder of Aetis and a full-stack developer building cybersecurity tools designed for today’s most common real-world threats—identity takeover, access abuse, vendor and invoice impersonation, and high-pressure social engineering aimed at decision-makers. Melisa’s approach blends technical depth with operator-level clarity, helping leaders understand the executive threat model: how attackers use trust and speed to move money, seize accounts, and disrupt operations without triggering traditional alarms. She speaks in plain language, focuses on what matters most to owners and executives, and emphasizes control: reducing exposure, tightening decision points, and preventing chain-reaction breaches that spread from email to banking to payroll to reputation.
Dr. Shyla Day isn't just an entrepreneur; she's a global phenomenon. An award-winning visionary and #1 international best-selling author, her voice resonates with over 1 million followers across social media. Having graced stages alongside icons like Eric Thomas and Don Green, Shyla's influence is undeniable.
Being recognized by a senior member of the Nobel Peace Prize Family, awarded "Young Philanthropist of the Year" at the Humanitarian Awards Global, and inducted into the "100 Women to KNOW in America," as well as the "Marquis Who's Who", placing 5th in the Entrepreneur of Impact competition led by Forbes and Shark Tanks' Daymond John; are all among her impressive list of 57 global accolades.
Before age 30, she studied at Harvard, Yale, and Stanford for Entrepreneurship, Business, and Social Impact and she was the youngest to ever earn two PhDh degrees from Northwest International University and Myles Leadership University, setting a precedent in academic achievement.
As the driving force behind Women of Purpose, Dr. Shyla Day has built an international organization and community dedicated to empowering women to lead with purpose, extending her mission to 237 countries and territories.
Dr Shyla Days' documented humanitarian efforts have
impacted over 2.1 Million lives worldwide. Her career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to positive global change and her greater life mission of "Creating a Better World".
Devin Pickell Co-Founder of Creative Little Planet
Devin Pickell is the co-founder of Creative Little Planet, a marketing agency built to help fast-growth B2B and software brands stand out. With over a decade of experience, he helps companies ditch boring corporate speak for creative storytelling through brand memes on LinkedIn, educational videos on YouTube, and web copy that actually gets people to buy. Through Creative Little Planet, Devin focuses on building organic growth and launching unforgettable content that connects with real audiences.
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