# Event Details - **Event Name**: CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: CreatorCon is a full-day immersive experience built to spark the next wave of meaningful brand-content creator partnerships.About this EventYou’ll hear from bold voices, meet emerging creators, and walk away with:Fresh Ideas: Actionable strategies from industry leaders.Real Connections: Meaningful time for coffee and curated convos.True Momentum: The spark to create work that matters.We’re packing the day with keynotes, panels, workshops, and live demos—with plenty of room for networking along the way.“I just really wanted to share how amazing today was. Ready for 200 more CreatorCons!” - CreatorCon 2025 Attendeehttps://youtu.be/4FSBKQBTwdk?si=C8d0A5ix0uDq-JbfFOR THE CREATORS: Build Your Business, Not Just Your FollowingMeet brands who hire creators:Get in front of companies like JM Smucker, Planet Fitness, Gorilla Glue, Buff City Soaps, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Kroger, 4EG, Currito, 5/3 Bank, and more—including a live “Ask Brands Anything” session where you’ll hear directly what they’re looking for and how decisions get made.Have real conversations (not just connections):Between the welcome party, Creator x Brand speed networking, and curated lunch conversations, you’ll have actual time to talk with brands and other creators—not just exchange handles.Learn what’s actually working right now:Hear directly from people doing the work—like Tim Schmoyer (coaching 1,000+ creators and scaling insights across millions weekly) and Ashley Sonlin (500K+ on TikTok + campaigns for Amex, McDonald’s, and Macy’s)—on what’s working across platforms today.Get hands-on, not just inspired:In Gigi Robinson’s session, you’ll actually step into a brand role and rewrite a real campaign brief using Adobe tools—learning how strong creator partnerships are built in real time.See how creators are actually growing and getting paid:Hear directly from creators like Mylan Murphy (1B+ views, partnerships with Nike, NBA, ESPN), Melissa Lewis (monetized platform in under a year), and Liz Haselmayer (200K+ followers + thriving business) on what it really takes.Think bigger about what you’re building:Sessions like Megan G Wells (Red Bull, Google, NBA) on building content ecosystems and Roddy Chong on elevating your craft will push you beyond posting into building something long-term.Create content while you’re there:Take advantage of photo activations, including the chance to be shot by Romain Mayambi (National Geographic, Forbes 30 Under 30), plus a full environment designed for content.Step away from the grind:Spend a day off the algorithm to reset, get inspired, and connect with people who understand what you’re building—no pressure to post, just space to think.Actually enjoy the experience:Coffee, light bites, lunch, Molly’s Cupcakes, swag, and surprises—plus a high-energy welcome party the night before to kick everything off.Walk away with something real:Connections, clarity, and a better sense of your next move—whether that’s landing your next brand deal or leveling up your content.FOR THE BRANDS: Modern Strategies for High-Impact PartnershipsLearn from brand leaders who are doing the work:Hear from marketers building real creator programs, including Robyn Nissim on scaling creator programs inside enterprise organizations, The Christ Hospital team on building a healthcare creator strategy, and Glow Brands on what they look for in creator partnerships.Meet creators who can actually move the needle:CreatorCon puts brands and creators in the same room, with dedicated time to connect through the Welcome Party, Creator x Brand Connect, curated lunch conversations, and live audience participation.Figure out what good creator partnerships actually look like:Ashley Sonlin’s session breaks down what brands, creators, and agencies get wrong about each other, while Ask Brands Anything gives marketers a direct look at the questions creators are asking and the friction points that often get in the way.Think beyond one-off campaigns:Megan G Wells will challenge brands to think in content ecosystems, showing how creators can sit at the center of bigger ideas that span platforms, formats, and audiences.Get practical, not just inspired:Sessions are designed to help you understand how to structure better briefs, choose better partners, measure what matters, and create content that can work across more than one channel.Go deeper with VIP access:During the VIP lunch, Maya Shaff leads a hands-on workshop on how creator programs can become real growth engines, drawing from her experience building Hatch’s seven-figure influencer program from scratch.Understand where creativity and AI are headed:Todd Henry’s closing keynote will explore how to use AI without losing the judgment, creative instincts, and human perspective that make your work valuable.See how creator strategy shows up across industries:From healthcare and CPG to beauty, wellness, restaurants, tourism, and B2B, the day brings together a wide range of perspectives so you can apply the lessons to your own business.Walk away with clearer next steps:You’ll leave with better ideas, stronger creator relationships, and a more practical sense of how to build creator partnerships that actually support your business goals.“Still on a high from yesterday. It’s no surprise that @dooleysocialstudio absolutely showed up and showed out for their very first CreatorCon.” - CreatorCon 2025 AttendeeTicketsGeneral AdmissionOpening and closing keynotesBrand and Creator breakout tracksTactical workshopsFeatured brand + creator case storiesAsk Brands Anything main stage sessionCreator x Brand Connect networkingIntentional networking lunchSwag bagRaffle entryYou will leave with new ideas, new relationships, and new momentum.VIP ExperienceEverything in General Admission, plus:VIP-only private lunch and meet-and-greet with our keynote and select speakersFull event recordings post-conference (including any breakouts or sessions that you did not attend)Welcome Party access the night beforeVIP-only Coffee Lounge Experience hosted the morning of the eventReserved premium seatingPriority check-inPremium swag bagExtra raffle entriesEntered in raffle to win a free CreatorCon Sprints Strategy Session hosted during the event (valued at $1,500)Fewer lines. Closer access. Deeper conversations.Limited VIP spots available.➡️ Agenda🕑: 07:45 AM - 08:45 AMRegistration + CoffeeInfo: Exclusive bonus for VIP's: Join us in the VIP-only coffee lounge. Start the day early with curated networking and a quieter, more intentional environment. Meet fellow VIP attendees, speakers, and partners before the full experience begins.🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AMPerform, Don’t Just Create: Sustaining Creative Excellence Over TimeHost: Roddy ChongInfo: A high-energy opening keynote that blends live performance with powerful lessons on consistency, creativity, and showing up at your best. Roddy shares what decades on the global stage have taught him about elevating your craft and building a career that lasts.🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:15 AMBuilding IP Ecosystems: How Creators Sit at the Center of the SpiderwebHost: Megan G WellsInfo: The future of creator marketing is not campaigns. It is ecosystems. Meg breaks down how brands and creators are co-creating content systems that span platforms, formats, and audiences. Drawing from work with global brands and entertainment properties, this session explores how creators can move from contributors to central nodes in a much larger network.🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:40 AMBreak + ActivationsInfo: Recharge, connect, and explore sponsor activations and content moments. 🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:25 AMBreakout Block 1: Sessions for Brands + CreatorsInfo: FOR BRANDS: The Christ Hospital - From Pilot to Performance: Building a Healthcare Creator Program That Works, Kendall Dickieson - Creator Marketing That Actually Converts, and Cincy Scoop - Beyond Sponsored: The Next Era of Brand-Creator Collaboration. FOR CREATORS: Tim Schmoyer - It’s Not What You Know, It’s How You Think: The Growth Mindset Shifts That Separate 10K, 100K, and 1M Creators; and Visit Cincy Panel moderated by Laura Barfield - Destination Storytelling: How Creators and Cities Work Together.🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMBreakout Block 2: Various Sessions for Brands + CreatorsInfo: FOR BRANDS: Ashley Sonlin - From Both Sides of the Deal: What Brands, Creators, and Agencies Get Wrong and Robyn Nissim - Scaling Creator Programs Inside the Enterprise. FOR CREATORS: Creator Panel ft. Melissa Lewis, Liz Haselmayer, and Mylan Murphy, moderated by Josh Levine - Inside the Creator Journey: What It Actually Takes, Jocelyn Williams - Designing for Virality vs. Longevity, and Drea Benz - Awaken Your Creative Voice: Turning Expression Into Long-Term Value.🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PMIntentional Networking LunchInfo: Exclusive workshop during lunch for VIP's: From Zero to Growth Engine: Building a Creator Program That Drives Revenue with Maya Shaff. An inside look at how a brand built a creator program into its top-performing growth channel. Learn how to structure partnerships, measure impact, and turn creator content into a consistent revenue driver.🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PMTurning Your Story Into Strategy (Sponsored by Adobe)Host: Gigi RobinsonInfo: A live, interactive session where the audience steps into a brand role and rewrites a campaign brief using Adobe Acrobat, transforming a generic brief into a tailored, creator-ready concept. Attendees workshop inside the PDF Space, use AI-assisted ideation + workflow structure, real-time collaboration between brand and creator perspectives to build lasting, strong brand-creator relationships.🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PMAsk Brands AnythingHost: Ashley SonlinInfo: A fast-paced, no-fluff conversation where creators ask brands the questions they actually want answered. Featuring The Christ Hospital, Glow Brands (Planet Fitness, 7 Brew Coffee, Sun Tan City, Wellness City, Buff City Soap) and JM Smucker, this session includes live audience participation alongside pre-submitted questions. Topics include budgets, timelines, expectations, and what brands are really looking for in partnerships.🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:50 PMReset Session: Recalibrating Your Creative EdgeHost: Brad WiseInfo: A mid-day reset designed to re-energize the room and refocus attention heading into the final stretch of the day.🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:50 PMCreator x Brand ConnectInfo: A structured matchmaking experience designed to spark real partnerships. Meet, connect, and explore opportunities through guided rotations.🕑: 03:50 PM - 04:20 PMMore Than A TokenHost: Stella CrosstyInfo: Join Dooley Social Studio’s Stella Crossty and an inspirational panel of speakers to discuss the importance of leveraging diverse creators in your marketing strategy. Panelist include Dinushki De Livera (@forkcincinnati) and Sheridan Davenport (@sherdavenport)🕑: 04:20 PM - 05:00 PMThe Infinite Lever: Leveraging AI Without Losing What Makes You IrreplaceableHost: Todd HenryInfo: AI is changing how we work, but what should never change is what makes us valuable. Todd shares a framework for using AI to extend your capabilities while protecting the creative instincts, judgment, and perspective that make your work uniquely yours.🕑: 05:00 PMHappy Hour - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/covington/creatorcon-the-midwest’s-largest-gathering-of-brand-leaders-and-creators/100001983349426525 - **Event Categories**: workshops, entertainment, parties, nonprofit, business, sports, health-wellness, art, fine-arts, contests, performances, conferences, speed-dating, meet-and-greet, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: SparkHaus - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 85, max: 595, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Covington - **state**: KY - **country**: United States - **location**: SparkHaus - **lat**: 39.0824361 - **long**: -84.51002299999999 - **full address**: SparkHaus, 727 Madison Avenue, Covington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/267db412ee5e3a06d159a929af6a55cab855b148d6e4bf1da0d35827fb8907ee-rimg-w1200-h800-dc070501-gmir.jpg?v=1771914998 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators being held? - **A:** CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators takes place on Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at SparkHaus, 727 Madison Avenue, Covington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators? - **A:** CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators is organized by Matthew Dooley, Founder/CEO of Dooley Social Studio. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CreatorCon: The Midwest’s Largest Gathering of Brand Leaders & Creators is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Covington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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