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<\/div>\nToday I have the privilege of inviting you to the 2018 Rocks Digital Marketing Conference<\/a>.<\/p>\n There, I said it! Now all of you can go register for this year\u2019s conference. I\u2019ve been working behind the scenes to make 2018 our best year yet. As founder and organizer, I can certainly attest to this.<\/p>\n This year we\u2019ll gather together on\u00a0Friday, June 29 and Saturday, June 30\u00a0to celebrate Local Search Day and Social Media Day. You can access an agenda overview here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Just like years prior, this Dallas-based digital marketing conference will bring together the brightest minds from around the world to share, educate, and present on the topics of Local, Social and Mobile!<\/p>\n 2018 is seeing massive shifts in SEO, search, social media, content, branding, mobile and web development. At the core of these shifts is technology, so let\u2019s explore this in more detail.<\/p>\n Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Game<\/span><\/p>\n In reviewing speaker submissions this year, a common theme was evident \u2013 artificial intelligence is changing the way we will all market in the future. And industries that haven\u2019t yet been touched by this technology will soon be experiencing changes as well.<\/p>\n Several of the speakers this year will present on how machine learning has already changed their strategies \u2013 for the better!<\/p>\n Presenters Dave Szetela and Dave Davies will both be expanding on AI and how it\u2019s impacting their niche within digital marketing.<\/p>\n Video Marketing is Paving the Way<\/span><\/p>\n As you well know, video is continuing to grow in popularity, with it being a foundational component of the marketing strategies of many local businesses and national brands.<\/p>\n From Goldie Chan, known for being the top LinkedIn Video Creator, to Antoine Dupont of Katapult Marketing, attendees will get the chance to learn from seasoned authorities on branding and video strategy.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater<\/span><\/p>\n While AI, video, and ads are growing in importance as the consumer attention span is getting shorter in this overcrowded world, tried-and-true methods are still working.<\/p>\n Presenters will be onboard to share on website optimization, social media platforms, SEO and content strategy.<\/p>\n Variety is the Spice of Life<\/span><\/p>\n You can expect to see a few of your faves like Lance Bachmann, Bill Hartzer and Michelle Stinson Ross, plus many new-to-you faces like Sweta Patel and Tyler Sickmeyer.<\/p>\n Follow along over the coming weeks as each speaker and presentation description is individually announced.<\/p>\n A Sale to Sweeten the Pot<\/span><\/p>\n The earlier you register the more \u00a0you save!\u00a0That\u2019s it for today \u2013 now who\u2019s ready to ROCK digital<\/a>?<\/p>\nRocks Digital \u2013 Registration is Open for Business<\/h2>\n