Want to speak at SMX Advanced in-person? Now’s the time to submit your most advanced session ideas.

SMX Advanced, the premier conference for experienced senior-level search marketers, is hosting its first in-person event since 2019 – this June 11-13, 2025, at the Westin Boston Seaport!

We’re excited to bring the most advanced SEO, PPC, and AI tactics to the search marketing community – and here’s where you come in. 

Search continues to change at a break-neck pace as we learn how to integrate AI into our processes, optimize for AI Overview and other generative engines, and stay ahead of Google algorithm updates. On the PPC side, getting the information needed to make data-driven decisions is getting even harder, and we have fewer things we can control.

If you know how to solve complex search challenges and have implemented leading edge techniques, we want to hear from you. Even if you’ve never spoken at SMX (in-person or online), consider submitting a session topic idea. We are always looking for new speakers with diverse points of view.

The deadline for SMX Advanced pitches is March 5. The earlier you submit proposals, the better. Spots fill up quickly.

Here are a few tips for submitting a compelling session proposal:

• Make sure it is a truly advanced topic geared toward intermediate to advanced search marketing professionals.
• Present an original idea and/or unique session format.
• Include a case study or specific examples.
• Be realistic about what you can present in 20 minutes. 
• Provide tangible takeaways and a plan of action.
• Include what an attendee will be able to do better as a result of attending your session.

Read our guide to speaking at SMX for more details on how to submit a session idea. If you’re ready to get started, begin by creating your profile and submitting your session pitch.

If you have questions, feel free to contact me directly at [email protected]. I’m looking forward to reading your proposals!