WE’RE GOING TO HOLLYWOOD: The CAO Summit is Back!

Chief Audio Officers rejoice! Last year’s CAO Summit was so successful that it has become an annual event!

At the second Chief Audio Officer Summit in Los Angeles, unlock unprecedented growth and stay ahead of your competitors in audio advertising!

The Chief Audio Officer Summit is the industry’s only peer-to-peer learning symposium where Chief Audio Officers (CAOs) — marketers responsible for their firm’s audio advertising success — can meet their brand-side colleagues, share knowledge, and connect at stunning and storied Los Angeles venues — with no vendor pitches. 50 Top brands who are active in the space, such as Betterhelp, AG1, MasterClass, Tommy John, and Babbel will attend and participate in the content. At CAO Summit, you don’t just listen to content, you ARE the content.

Join us for our Purpose-themed Welcome Reception in the glamorous and historic Cinegrill Theater at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel for drinks, bites, and a few Special Guests to share how even in today’s economy, we can still “Do well by doing good” with campaigns that reflect your brand values and purpose. The next day, we’ll take you to Spotify’s bustling Pod City Campus in DTLA for powerful and candid panels, keynotes, and collaborations. This event is built around the theme of Profit, as the fuel required for your campaigns to thrive. Expect expert POVs, Strategies, and Tactics. Don’t miss night 2, where we’ll gather for a bit of glitz and a true Hollywood experience at the Skybar at Mondrian to unwind after a day of learning against the backdrop of gorgeous rooftop views and top-notch food and drink. You’ve been taking in a lot of information, and the theme of this event is People. Enjoy some bonding and branding as you build life-long relationships with your new friends in the industry.

Learn from the best in the biz how to amplify your purpose and profit to get the most out of your audio advertising, all while making lasting connections with your peers. RVSP now for the Chief Audio Officer Summit!

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Welcome Reception

Wednesday, July 17th

6pm - 10pm

@ The Hollywood Roosevelt

We’ll kick off the summit with an invitation-only reception at The Historic Cinegrill Theater of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel (beloved by stars across decades from Charlie Chaplin to Marilyn Monroe), courtesy of Seekr.

The theme of the night is Purpose. Four years after the pandemic, some brands are wavering on their commitment to socially conscious initiatives or balancing the demands of your bottom line with the values you hold dear. Take heart: it’s still possible to do well by doing good. Of course, food will abound and festive drinks imbibed.

We kick off our reception with a fireside chat featuring Brittany Clevenger, Senior Director of Audio Partnerships at BetterHelp, and Ashley Flowers, founder and CEO of Audiochuck and renowned host of the award-winning Crime Junkie podcast. This dynamic conversation will explore the power of podcasting as a medium for both business growth and social impact. Our speakers will share their experiences in leveraging audio content to build successful companies, engage audiences, and drive positive change. From mental health advocacy to true crime storytelling, this discussion will delve into the diverse ways podcasts can make a meaningful difference while achieving commercial success.

Following the fireside chat, “Permission to Laugh” is a conversation with “Fly on the Wall” hosts and titans of comedy Dana Carvey and David Spade, courtesy of Audacy. These two long-time friends will talk about their time together traveling to the mountaintop of TV (SNL, Just Shoot Me), Film (Wayne’s World, Tommy Boy), and Stage (Standup Specials and Tours), and what caused them to build a home in the great state of Podcasting. This introduction to our time together will be part of a live Podcast Recording and allow for a bit of audience Q&A. Learning will occur, with laughter permitted.

Daytime Summit

Thursday, July 18th

9am - 4pm

@ Spotify’s Pod City Campus

On day 2, we are returning to Spotify’s Pod City for the 2nd year. Why? It’s that good! On July 18th, you’ll experience a full day of electrifying events, including:

Candid panels
Interactive programming
Inspiring keynotes
Plenty of conversation with your peers

Audio practitioners from brands like Betterhelp, Bayer, Oracle, MasterClass, DraftKings, LifeLock, and many more will share best practices and insight on the theme of the day: Profit. Find margin in the mysteries of audio through best practices from your peers on topics like Measurement, Messaging, and our keynote presentation: The State of Audio Advertising. We'll close the day with a purpose-focused fireside chat with award-winning actress & podcasting star Mayim Bialik, courtesy of PMM.

CAO Summit Finale

Thursday, July 18th

7pm - 11pm

@ Skybar at Mondrian

With the generous support of SiriusXM, CAOs will walk the black carpet on their way to the Skybar at Mondrian, the legendary poolside lounge featuring lush, one-of-a-kind views of Los Angeles.

The theme of the night is People, and you’ll have the chance to unwind after a day of learning over food and drinks while solidifying lasting connections with your fellow CAOs. Featuring a fireside chat hosted by Dan Granger with award-winning actor and podcaster Paul Scheer (The League, Veep), host of Long Running Podcast, How Did This Get Made.

CAO After Party

Thursday, July 18th

11pm - 1am

@ The Comedy Store

One last hurrah! Grab a coffee and cross the street for our afterparty, courtesy of the Comedy Store, in their VIP Bar. CAOs can catch a show, get a tour of the iconic Comedy Store, mingle with comedians in a relaxed and intimate setting, and continue the conversation with their fellow CAOs. Donnell Rawlings (Chappelle Show, SNL) will also be joining us as a special guest, courtesy of The Paragon Collective. You won't want to miss it!