Original, Relevant, Encompassing Content
Expect Brand New Sessions On:
- Audiences
- YouTube Advertising
- Emerging Ad Platforms
- Full Funnel PPC
- Amazon Ads
- App Downloads
- AI & Machine Learning
- Cross-Channel Advertising
Where you can meet and learn from hundreds of search advertisers
19 & 20 Nov, 2024 – Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, USA
The world’s largest PPC & paid social advertising conference
The sharpest minds in digital advertising gathered in November 2024 to connect with industry leaders, and master the latest strategies. This isn’t just another conference—it’s where your PPC game goes pro.
Hero Conf 2024 had exceptional speakers, incredible networking and unforgetable parties.
Hero Conf took place in San Diego on November 19 & 20 alongside brightonSEO. Next year’s San Diego event will take place in September 2025, find out more here.
Epic learning & networking event for paid advertising professionals
Don’t let your peers leave you behind:
- Content for every level of digital marketer – a focus on innovation and relevance
- Expert speakers who’ve done the work – engaging content from experts who do what you do daily
- Actionable ideas & real-life examples – case studies with tips and tricks to immediately apply
- Networking for every type of networker – casual & unscripted to organized engagements give you plenty of opportunities to meet people
Hero Conf is the ultimate destination for paid search marketers, directors of paid search, and heads of PPC. Whether you’re an agency pro, a freelancer, or an in-house expert, Hero Conf is the specialist event where you can dive deep into the world of pay-per-click and paid social advertising.
Don’t miss out on the event that brings together the best minds in the industry.
Join forces with hundreds of PPC heroes
Actionable Take aways
The most actionable sessions
You’re a paid advertising professional. It would make sense that you attend an event where every single session is focused on making you a better PPC marketer. Get actionable content and innovative ideas that you can implement today.
Speakers who are in the trenches
We love speakers who really know their stuff
Our open speaker pitch process ensures that you hear from the most innovative perspectives in the industry, session after session and day after day.
Unparalleled onsite experience
An invested event producer
Hero Conf was built because the PPC community was lacking a relevant learning opportunity. And if we aren’t continually learning, we’re falling behind. We’ve been focusing on our attendees and their long-term success, regardless of industry or role.
No convention centers
An unforgettable hotel Experience
Convention centers can be sterile and uninviting. We strive to create an intimate, unique experience that the big shows just can’t match. We host our events in unique spaces designed to give you access to the city and all that it entails. Because you deserve to feel at home.
Co-located with brightonSEO
Interested in SEO & PPC
Hero Conf is in the same venue at the same time as brightonSEO and your ticket is valid for both events.
Why Hero Conf?
As the largest independent PPC and paid social conference, Hero Conf stands out with its unmatched focus on the practical, hands-on advice you won’t find anywhere else. Our sessions cover the latest trends and strategies in Google Ads, Meta (Facebook and Instagram), Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, Amazon Advertising, and Apple Ads, offering you actionable insights to supercharge your campaigns.
Conference venue
“San Diego is a buzzing city with plenty to do and plenty of sunshine.”
Our modern conference value is right on the bay next to the quirky Seaport Village and within walking distance of the city’s historic Gaslamp Quarter.
There’s easy access to San Diego’s best beaches, restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, and more with plenty of transport options to get to, and around, the city.
We’re under 3 miles from San Diego International Airport which has direct flights from around the world.
What’s it really like at Hero Conf?
