NYC
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October 7
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NYC | October 7 |
Brought to you by Statusphere
The way consumers discover brands is changing.
AI, social search, creator content, community, and commerce are rewriting how consumers find, trust and choose brands. Status Summit brings together the leaders shaping the new framework for brand discovery.
Thought-provoking strategies, new data and fresh perspectives
Inspire
Meet the CEOs, CMOs & influencers shaping consumer marketing in 2026
Connect
A new era of brand discovery shaped by AI, social search & influencers
Discover
What to Expect
A full day of executive perspectives, creator insight and emerging data for marketers navigating the next era of brand discovery.
Expert-led sessions
Fresh thinking on AI, social search, creator content, and modern discovery.
Roundtables
Expert panels
Educational presentations
Discovery experiences
Explore products, creator-brand connection moments, and interactive activations.
Gifting suites
Brand Discovery Showcase
Live Podcast Recording
Curated networking
Meet brand leaders, marketers, creators, and partners shaping the next era of discovery.
Hands-on activities
Cocktail Hour
Curated discussions
Featured On the Discovery Stage
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Tiffany Haddish
Actress, Comedian, Grammy and NAACP Award winner
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Nancy Berger
Founder and CEO of Start With A Good
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Kelly Mahoney
Chief Marketing Officer and Board Advisor for Ulta Beauty
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Kristen Wiley
Founder & CEO of Statusphere
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Joshua Spanier
VP AI & Marketing Strategy & Host of Frontier CMO from Think With Google
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Mindy Grossman
Partner, Vice-Chair Consello Group, CEO, Board Member, Investor
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Benoit Vatere
Chief Media & Digital Commerce Officer at Liquid Death
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Karyn Schoenbart
Managing Director of Duo Partners, CEO, Best-Selling Author, Board Member, Speaker
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Ben Dutter
CSO and Founder of Power Digital
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Jeff Mason
CEO of Power Digital
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Melissa Gonzalez
Principal/Founder of MG2/MG2 Advisory | Host, Retail Refined Podcast
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Adriana Carrig
Founder at Little Words Project
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Alex Schinasi
Co-founder Hulken
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Talia Solomon
The Brand Economist
❊ Testimonials
Loved by Marketing Leaders & Influencers
What a great evening among super smart and creative people. Rarely do I get the chance to be with others in my exact same role, facing the same problems. The conversation was very in-depth and broadened my perspective.
— Digital Marketing Director at OMI Industries
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Statusphere does an amazing job bringing creators and brands together in real life. The event was thoughtfully executed, fun, and made it so easy to connect. It’s clear they really understand how to serve both creators and brands, which is truly special.
— Enterprise Communications, Corporate & Company-wide at Macy’s
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A fantastic way to connect with like-minded professionals with very diverse work experiences. I so enjoyed learning from impressive professionals that I otherwise likely would never have met!
— Associate Brand Manager, LIFE SAVERS® & Gummies Portfolio at Mars
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Agenda
Speakers and sessions to be announced
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Fuel up for a full day of ideas, connection, and discovery. Meet fellow attendees and kick off the morning with a guided networking activity.
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Explore the forces reshaping brand discovery through expert-led presentations, fireside chats, and candid conversations. Coffee breaks and networking moments throughout the morning will give attendees time to connect, reflect, and trade ideas.
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Actress, comedian, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Tiffany Haddish joins Status Summit for a candid conversation on creativity, entrepreneurship, and the next chapter of her work as a founder.
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With topics ranging from how legacy brands are reinventing themselves for a new era of discovery, to a deep dive into the future of AI in marketing with Josh Spanier, VP of AI & Marketing at Google, this is where the industry's sharpest minds will get real about what's actually working right now.
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Enjoy a relaxed lunch with fellow attendees before the afternoon sessions and experiences begin.
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The afternoon continues with thought-provoking sessions, interactive discussions, and networking designed to move ideas into action, including a keynote from industry leader Power Digital and a surprise client of theirs you won’t want to miss as they unpack the channels that are actually working right now.
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Creators from the Statusphere network join the summit for interactive brand-creator panel, and reveal why the future of discovery revolves around one word: trust.
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Mix, mingle, and close out the day over cocktails and light bites. Wander through pop-up experiences to discover new brands, browse exhibitors, and take home a few gifting surprises along the way.
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Thank you for joining us for the inaugural Status Summit.
❊ FAQs
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
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Status Summit is designed for brand leaders, senior marketers, founders, and influencers who are shaping how modern consumers discover, trust, and engage with brands.
This event is especially relevant for teams focused on brand marketing, influencer marketing, social media, digital, eCommerce, community, content, and customer growth. Whether you’re leading strategy, building creator partnerships, or exploring how AI and social search are changing discovery, Status Summit is built for people thinking about what comes next.
Because this is a curated event, all registrations are reviewed before tickets are confirmed.
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Yes. We’re currently exploring a limited number of sponsorship opportunities with partners that align with the Status Summit audience, programming, and overall event experience.
For sponsorship inquiries, please contact us at statussummit@joinstatus.com.
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A ticket includes full access to all keynote sessions, networking opportunities, meals and snacks throughout the day, and surprise experiences!
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Unfortunately, registrations are non-transferable. If you have extenuating circumstances and are unable to attend, please contact our team as soon as possible.
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Absolutely! We've intentionally built networking into the agenda with welcome receptions, coffee breaks, meal times, and dedicated networking sessions. Whether you're looking to connect with peers, industry leaders, creators, or sponsors, there will be plenty of opportunities throughout the event.
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Yes. We understand that work doesn't always stop during conferences. Designated quiet areas and private spaces will be available for attendees who need to step away for phone calls or virtual meetings.
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We're happy to help! Please reach out to statussummit@joinstatus.com with any questions before the event. During the conference, you can also visit the registration desk or speak with any member of our event team, and we'll be glad to assist you.