Military Influencer Conference

What is the Military Influencer Conference

The Military Influencer Conference is an exciting, dynamic event that brings together hundreds of community leaders, digital entrepreneurs, and influencers united by a passion for the military.

Through inspiring keynote speeches and immersive, hands-on workshops with some of the top names in the digital space, you’ll learn proven strategies, tactics and techniques needed to grow your brand and bottom line exponentially.

Plus, you’ll build your network by connecting with other military and veteran community leaders and some of the biggest brands in our community. Best of all, you’ll leave the conference with a new sense of pride and purpose along with a wide range of actionable tools to make an immediate impact on your communities.

Attendees

250+

Speakers

35+

Keynotes

Sessions

21+

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Calling All Entrepreneurs, Freelancers & Influencers!

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Learn from the pros: With more than 21 educational sessions and a wide range of dynamic, inspiring speakers, this event gives digital entrepreneurs an unprecedented opportunity to find the resources and connections needed to grow your online business. Time and time again, you’ll be introduced to bold new ideas and proven strategies for both short and long term growth.

Network and connect: You’ll have countless opportunities to meet, network with and learn from serial entrepreneurs from brands like Sword & Plough, Grunt Style, Bottle Breacher, R. Riveter, Duffel Blog, Combat Flip Flops and more….

Save money with exclusive discounts: We’ve developed exciting partnerships with leading digital brands such as Buzzsumo, Click Funnels and Convert Kit to provide exclusive discounts and extended trials just for our attendees.

The Only Conference For Military Brands, Non-Profits & Small Business Owners

CONNECTING BRANDS WITH THE MILITARY COMMUNITY

If you’re looking to connect your brand with the large and influential military community, you’ve come to the right place.

You’ll have the unique opportunity to network directly with more than 250 influential digital entrepreneurs including Bloggers, Freelancers, Vloggers, and Podcasters each of whom has unparalleled access to a loyal military following.

From military money and retirement to lifestyle, travel, and technology, these digital entrepreneurs represent every niche in the online military space, enabling you to match your brand with exactly the right audience.

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS THAT IGNITE A SPARK

Our dynamic speakers will fill your head with bold, new ideas and make you believe that anything is possible. Because it is!

A combination of seasoned entrepreneurs and industry thought leaders, our unparalleled line-up of speakers will inspire you to be the best digital entrepreneur you can be.

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Emily Núñez Cavness

Sword & Plough

Dan Alarik

Grunt Style

Cameron Cruse

R. Riveter

Eli Crane

Bottle Breacher

Lakesha Cole

The MilSpouse Retail Coach

Paul Szoldra

Duffel Blog

Glenn Banton

Operation Supply Drop

Matt “Griff” Griffin

Combat Flip Flops

Bernard Edwards

VETTED Foundation

Mark Rockefeller

StreetShares

Jen Pilcher

Founder, MilitaryOneClick

Erica McMannes

Mad Skills

Eric Mitchell

Life Flip Media

Urshel Metcalf

Honor Courage Commitment

Kayla Roof

KaylaRoof.com

Judy Davis

The Direction Diva

Diana & Daniel Rau

Veterati

Ed Marsh

Consilium Global

Ellie Kay

Heroes At Home

Fred Wellman

ScoutComms

Josh Elledge

upendPR.com

James Dalman

Happy Joe

Judy Davis

The Direction Diva

Kristine Schellhaas

USMC Life

Lauren Tamm

The Military Wife & Mom

Tom Morkes

Insurgent Publishing

Wes O’Donnell

In Military

Heather Dopson

GoDaddy

Evan Dileo

HubSpot

Tom Aiello

MARCH Marketing, LLC

Curtez Riggs

MilBlogging

This Event Will Sell Out – Don’t Wait!

Everyone has a different reason for attending MilBlogging. What's yours?

We're bringing our team to network and connect with the impressive group of military, veteran, and spouse influencers that MilBlogging has amassed. We don't want to miss out on this awesome opportunity.

Todd Ernst

PCS Grades

As a military spouse and freelancer writer, I am excited to network with industry experts like Erica, Kayla, and Judy. There's always room to grow and I know this conference is going to be instrumental in my professional growth. Plus, it'll be fun!

Rebecca Alwine

What Rebecca Thinks

Military life throws us such unique curveballs. I know the opportunity to network with like-minded entrepreneurial individuals who are not just talking success but getting there will really propel me to the next level.

Emilie Burke

Burke Does

FAQ's

Is this the year you travel to a content conference? Is MilBlogging the RIGHT conference?

We want you to have all the info you need to make your decision so we’ve laid out some of the most common questions, a few suggestions and things to consider as you decide!

Who is the Military Influencer Conference for?

The Military Influencer Conference will bring together military and veteran community leaders, entrepreneurs and digital influencers to explore opportunities to extend their reach, grow their audience engagement and increase their impact.

Do I need to be making money/an established content creator to get my money’s worth?

Absolutely not! There will be a range of speakers and topics covered will include both foundational concepts and opportunities to level up. To make the most of your conference experience, I’d recommend:

*Live website to establish your online presence
*Updated About page that represents your current efforts
*Consistent branding on your social channels
*Branded business cards
*A short, clear statement about what you do & who you serve (elevator pitch)

How do I register for the conference?

Complete details about the 2017 Military Influencer Conference, including the link to register, can be found here.

If you are looking to purchase an exhibit booth or conference sponsorship, please click here for more information.

What should I bring?

You will receive a recommended tools list to make the most of your conference! As a starting point:

*Laptop
*Business cards
*Your preferred note-taking materials

How do we contact you?

We can be reached at info@milblogging.com, Facebook, and Twitter.

Where can I find a schedule of events?

The event schedule at a glance can be found here.

Who is putting this together?

The Military Influencer Conference is a labor of love, bootstrapped by MilBlogging, it’s Founder Curtez Riggs and in partnership with ScoutComms.

How do I learn more about partnerships and sponsorships?

Click here or email becomeasponsor@milblogging.com for more information on our partnerships and sponsorships.

How can I get a refund?

Unfortunately, refunds will not be offered. However, for a small fee, you can transfer your registration to someone else, simply drop us a message.

Are there special hotel rates?

MilBlogging has partnered with FinCon to provide an exclusive room block and a discounted rate. The nightly rate is $169, which is available until the room block is full. We also have an exclusive rate of $159 per night at the Marriott City Center (co-located). Full travel arrangements can be found here.

How do I reserve my room for MilBlogging?

Once you’ve registered for the conference, click this link to reserve your room.

You will be responsible for your own room. There is a thread inside the Military Influencer Group to connect with people who are driving or looking for roommates. Rooms can be reserved by using this link.

We expect the rooms to sell out, so be sure to make reservations as soon as possible.

If I fly, do I need to rent a car?/Is there an airport shuttle?

The hotel does not provide a shuttle. Fortunately, Dallas has Uber/Lyft, and there are several other local options available.

What is included in the cost of registration? Are meals provided?

At every ticket level, you can choose from dozens of educational sessions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (for those staying for FinCon), October 23-25, 2017.

All registrations are welcome to attend all the Day 1 Social, but the networking lunches are only available to VIP and Corporate ticket holders.

Basic Pass holders have access to the exhibit hall, networking sessions and will be provided with all the coffee you can drink. There is no lunch or dinner provided, however, we will briefly pause programming for basic ticket holders to grab a quick meal.

When should I arrive in Dallas? When should I leave?

If you desire the full conference experience, you will want to arrive on Sunday, October 22nd.

The regular conference program begins bright and early the morning of Monday, October 23rd with the Opening Remarks at 0930.

Be sure to book your hotel room through the night of Tuesday, October 24th. The regular conference wraps late afternoon on Tuesday with the Closing Keynote beginning at 1600 and then we will celebrate in style with our closing reception. You won’t want to miss it! We are also planning additional festivities for those staying over to attend FinCon.

Does the MilBlogging Conference have a code of conduct?

Yes, we do! You can view our Code of Conduct here.

CONFERENCE VENUE

All conference sessions will be held at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. FinCon has negotiated a special nightly rate for #MICon attendees. Please use the link below to book your room ASAP. Rooms always sell out.