Ad Age’s Small Agency Conference is the only industry event specifically tailored for the needs of agencies with fewer than 150 employees. The two-day conference is composed of hands-on workshops, panels, keynotes, peer-to-peer sharing and case studies around topics that are the lifeblood of small shops. Recent conferences have delved into important topics such as how to diversify your client base, how to work with procurement departments and how small shops are surviving and thriving during the pandemic.

This year’s program will be back in person for the first time in two years and will take place in Chicago on July 26 and 27. The event will touch upon a wide range of subjects, including: Navigating the metaverse, best practices for dealing with search consultants, new models for growth, how to build talent within your agency and more.

The conference will be capped, as always, with our Small Agency Awards, the industry’s only award show that recognizes small shops doing outstanding creative work while building a healthy business.

*You do not need to enter the Small Agency Awards to attend the conference.