Last year, ASBPE launched a new and improved national conference – ASBPEvolve: The Biggest B2B Editorial Summit – to bring B2B media professionals together to hone their skills for the evolving media landscape. Building on the success of last year’s virtual event, ASBPEvolve 2026 will deliver an even more impactful experience, packed with valuable best practices, game-changing insights and engaging networking opportunities.

And now, YOU can bring your expertise to the stage and help us lead the conversation from the comfort of your own home or office!

The search is on for dynamic B2B speakers who can share practical knowledge and relevant case studies at ASBPEvolve 2026, a three-day virtual event taking place June 16-18. We’re looking for media professionals who can offer teachable moments and actionable insights on the hottest topics shaping B2B media today, giving attendees the tools and strategies they need to keep their publications relevant and their audiences engaged.

Potential Topics

We’re always open to fresh ideas that highlight B2B editorial issues through the lens of groundbreaking storytelling, publication design, audience growth and strategic leadership. Here are some topics we’d love to feature at this year’s summit:

• Navigating news coverage in the current political climate
• Executing targeted audience engagement strategies
• Leveraging AI tools to discover new story angles
• Establishing ethical frameworks for AI in the newsroom
• Recruiting, retaining, and mentoring the next generation of journalists
• Innovating effective monetization strategies through email newsletters, memberships or events
• Developing data visualization design practices that pack a punch
• Mastering video, podcasts and multimedia storytelling platforms
• Managing change, building high-performing teams and other leadership insights
• Public speaking, networking and personal branding for media professionals

If you have another topic idea that would benefit your B2B media peers, pitch your presentation to our Conference Committee. Whether you’re a staff reporter, editor, freelancer, designer or audience growth specialist, we want to hear from you!

Why Speak at ASBPEvolve?

The opportunity to share your expertise on the virtual stage at ASBPEvolve 2026 offers plenty of enticing benefits:

• Complimentary registration to the full three-day summit, including access to all sessions and recordings
• Ample opportunities to network with fellow speakers, attendees and B2B leaders
• Position yourself as a thought leader and innovator in the B2B media space
• Contribute to the professional growth of your peers in a supportive environment
• Share your insights from the comfort of your home or office, avoiding the costs and hassles of travel

We’ll work with you to prepare your session and polish your presentation, so you can focus on sharing your insights without getting hung up on the technical details of our conference platform.

Ready to grace the stage?

Submit your topic ideas to our Conference Committee by February 3, 2026.