Since its 2017 inception, the conference has evolved from a single-track gathering into a regional hub for over 300 professionals. This year’s theme, Connected Experiences: Marketing, Technology & People, centers on reconciling rapid AI integration with the necessity of maintaining genuine brand trust.

Rutgers professor Mark Beal returns as emcee, overseeing a program that includes Dan Van Tran of Collectors discussing agentic AI and Larridin CMO Denis Scott exploring the proficiency gap in enterprise AI tools. The day features two primary panel discussions: one focused on earning attention across fragmented media platforms, and another analyzing the future of influence in both B2C and B2B sectors. Featured speakers include representatives from Pinterest, LinkedIn, QYOU Media, and Monica Violet Joy Productions.

Chris Delany, CEO of dblspc, emphasized that the agenda aims to filter the current industry noise by providing immediate, practical takeaways for marketing teams. Attendees can register via the official dblspc website, with a 15% discount available using the code NJDMC15.