The Original
Social Media Conference
[Conference Replay Available Now]
MARCH 19-20, 2026
24
Speakers
18
Sessions
Exclusive
case studies
THE ORIGINAL SOCIAL MEDIA CONFERENCE
Join us for a two-day social-native marketing conference on March 19-20 in NYC, packed with exclusive case studies, fresh consumer trends, creative performance insights, and the strategies driving results right now.
Social Fresh goes beyond our social media conference roots to bring together leading experts in social media, content, creator/influencer marketing, paid media, community, AI and more — to explore what’s working today and what’s coming next. Built by marketers, for marketers.
SPEAKERS
We study today’s marketing wins to uncover why they work and how you can put them into practice. Each session is crafted to ensure it’s practical and useful.
Joey Maestas
Microsoft
Head of Influencers
Jen Burkey
TikTok
Creative Strategy Director
Dave Jorgenson
Local News International
Founder
Lucy Kemmitz
Marriott
Sr. Director, Global
Social Media
Foluké Tuakli
YouTube
Creative Director, Creative Works
Chloe Politis
Mount Sinai
Director, Digital & Social
Tracy Martin
Corcoran Group
Sr. Specialist, Social
Christopher Douglas
IBM
Influencer Marketing Manager
Taylor Haynes
Herman-Scheer
Creative Strategist
Nathan Allebach
Ramp
Social Media Lead
Temeka Easter Rice
VANGUARD
Head of Social
Karianne Stinson
Microsoft
Sr. Product Marketing Manager
Nikita Wilson-Gueye
Formerly revlon
Beauty & Social Media Marketing Executive
Eleni McCready
Pwrhouse Collective
Partner + CMO
Jess Buckholtz
American Red Cross
Social Media Creative Manager
Joseph Galbo
USCPSC
Social Lead
Nick Dimichino
Harry's
Head of Social, Content, and Creators
Azad Yakatally
Spring Health
Social Media Lead
Grace Tully
PayPal
Social Media Manager
Brandon Lentino
Viral Nation
Chief Creative Officer
Christina Le
Slate
Head of Marketing
Nick Cicero
Mondo Metrics
CEO & Founder
Evgeni Koltun
Expedia Group
Global Social Media Director
Jeremy Goldman
RETHINK Retail
VP, Editorial & Insights
Zontee Hou
Media Volery
President
Lacey Palumbo
Likeable
Director, Social Strategy
Kelli Huggins
Fenimore Art Museum
Social Media Specialist
Akili Ferrill
Meta
Industry Manager, Entertainment
Jenn Crim
South Bend Intl Airport
Marketing & Comms Specialist
Nicole D'Alonzo
Social Fresh
Cofounder
Jason Keath
Social Fresh
Cofounder
PAST SPEAKERS
SCHEDULE
Early Conference Check-In & Networking
4-8pm on WEDNESDAY, March 18
Happy Hour at Flatiron Loft
5-8pm on THURSDAY, March 19
Thank you to our sponsor Likeable for hosting the headshot photo booth during happy hour.
Flatiron Loft
The State of Social Media 2026: Macro Trends & Platform Shake‑Ups
The future of social media: Review the platforms, trends, and consumer behaviors reshaping marketing as we know it.
Creative That Performs on TikTok
How to approach creative on TikTok that earns attention, sustains engagement, and drives impact.
Creator Partnerships Beyond the Post
Stop treating partnerships as one-off sponsored posts, build media-style collaborations designed for distribution, trust, and repeatable performance.
[Panel] Social Pro to CMO: Building Your Marketing Career Beyond Social
Practical advice for advancing from practitioner to leadership in today’s marketing world.
Paid Social Creative That Drives Results: What’s Working Now
Review the latest paid social creative trends driving performance today, with real brand examples you can put to work.
Executive Influence: Turning Thought Leadership into Brand Strategy
How thought leadership social programs drive business outcomes through LinkedIn presence, authentic storytelling, and trust-building.
AI in Social: What to Automate, What to Keep Human
Learn where AI adds efficiency and where human creativity and judgment still matter most in social marketing.
[Panel] The New Playbook for Influencer Marketing
Discovery, outreach, compensation, and briefing have all evolved. Unpack how leading teams are scaling smarter influencer programs.
[Interview] Navigating The Meta Mix: Channels and Formats That Work
A practical interview discussing how to chose the right Meta platforms and formats for different marketing goals.
The Creative Edge in 2026: Building Content People Trust
Create content that allows you to spend more time and more meaningful moments with your audience. Jason will breakdown the strategic shifts helping marketers earn attention that lasts longer than a swipe.
A Fireside Chat on Slate's Influencer Program
What does it really take to build an effective brand-led influencer program on LinkedIn? Christina Le of Slate joins Jason Keath for a discussion on their approach, what’s worked, and real-world takeaways behind the program.
Content Ops That Scale: Smarter Workflows for Social Teams
Discover the workflows that keep content moving: calendars, collaboration, sourcing, and smart use of AI.
[Panel] Taking Bigger Creative Swings, And Getting Them Approved
A candid panel on how teams push creative work further, take smarter risks, and navigate internal resistance without burning trust or momentum.
The Invisible Funnel: Creating Zero-Click Content That Converts
Rebuilding your conversion funnel in a world where social media provides the authority.
Fast vs. Slow Social
Building visibility, trust & community in a world of infinite content.
The YouTube Shorts Creative Toolkit
A deep dive into the 'Why' and 'How' of Shorts, featuring successful case studies.
[Panel] Building the Face of the Brand, How to Develop On-Camera Talent
A practical discussion on choosing the right mix of creators, employees, and real voices to show up on camera — to sustain video personality across teams and channels.
The Short-Form Video Playbook: What’s Actually Working in 2026
Learn how story and character focused short-form videos build stronger connections and turn passive viewers into engaged fans. Go beyond trends to build a repeatable video framework.
LOCATION
Venue
All sessions for Social Fresh 2026 will be hosted at the Tishman Auditorium performing arts space at The New School in Greenwich Village.
Address
Tishman Auditorium, The New School
63 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10003
CONFERENCE HOTEL
Moxy East Village
Moxy NYC East Village is a lively, design-forward hotel about a 10-minute walk from The New School, and our Wednesday early badge pickup and reception spot (4–8pm ET).
[Conference hotel is sold out]
30+ MARKETING conferences
Over 350 of the Fortune 500 have attended
ACTIONABLE & ADVANCED
A conference designed for
leaders and builders
Exclusive Case Studies
Real-world examples
from leading brands
GET ACCESS TO ALL THE SESSIONS
Replay Pass
All Social Fresh social media conference
sales are final, Terms & Conditions apply.
ATTENDEES
Is THIS Social Media Conference for you?
If you are…
A marketer working in social, content, influencer strategy, or performance/growth
Looking for insights on what channels are the right investments for marketing in 2026
Looking for a marketing conference to help you stay on top of “what’s fresh” in messaging, creative, and strategy
A leader interested in understanding the potential for your company’s marketing investments
…then YES, Social Fresh’s social media conference is for you.
FAQs
What type of conference is Social Fresh?
Social Fresh is a social-native marketing conference. As social has grown into a core driver of the entire marketing stack, it now shapes PR, performance, brand, creator, and communications. Modern marketing teams need social to lead, and Social Fresh shows you how. We’re part social media conference and part marketing innovation conference. Great for solo marketing practioners and teams alike.
Where will Social Fresh Conference take place?
Social Fresh 2026 is taking place in New York, NY. Conference sessions will take place at Tishman Auditorium, The New School at 63, 5th Ave. New York, NY.
Is this virtual or in person?
Who should attend?
Speakers and session topics are designed to be actionable for brands of all sizes and industries, both B2B and B2C.
If you work in marketing and your role touches social media, content marketing, influencer marketing, paid media, PR, or AI — then you’ll get actionable takeaways out of the conference.
How can I access the video replay?
If you purchased a Video Pass, you’ll receive an email with access after the conference.
Do you offer scholarships?
All Social Fresh 2026 scholarships have been awarded, and applications for this year’s conference are now closed. Please check back for future scholarship and programming announcements.
Subscribe here for conference announcements.
Have another question?
We’re happy to help! Email us at [email protected].