THE LEAD GEN INDUSTRY’S LARGEST EVENT

April 7 – 9, 2025 | MGM Grand, Las Vegas

AGENDA

Monday - April 7, 2025

    10:00am – 4:00pm 6 Hrs
  • Registration Open

    10:00am – 4:00pm
  • 11:00am – 2:30pm 3 Hrs, 30 mins
  • From Leads to Conversions: Driving Success in the Age of Consent

    11:00am – 12:00pm

    This interactive panel discussion will explore how leading companies like DaBella and Empire Today are navigating the evolving landscape of lead generation. Hear from industry experts as they share their insights on:

    • Optimizing lead acquisition strategies: Strategies for capturing high-quality leads while adhering to evolving regulations like the TCPA.
    • Building customer trust: Leveraging data ethically and transparently to build strong customer relationships.
    • Improving lead quality and conversion rates: Implementing effective lead scoring models and nurturing programs.
    • The future of lead generation: Exploring emerging technologies and best practices for success in the years to come.

    Don't miss this strategy-packed Power Hour session to kick-off your LeadsCon experience!  Gain valuable insights from industry leaders and discover how to drive sustainable growth while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

    • Phil Bennett

      Phil Bennett

      Call Center Technology, Director // Empire Today
    • Bastian Cowsert

      Bastian Cowsert

      Chief Marketing Officer // DaBella
    • Michele A. Shuster

      Michele A. Shuster

      Managing Partner // Mac Murray & Shuster
    • Scott Gilman

      Scott Gilman

      Vice President, Operations // Adopt-A-Contractor
  • Power Hour Sessions

    11:00am – 12:00pm

    Gain a critical edge at LeadsCon by kicking off your experience with LeadsCon Power Hours!  These high-impact sessions, featuring industry-leading experts, will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate the evolving lead generation landscape.

    • Uncover cutting-edge tactics: Learn from top performers and discover innovative approaches to acquire high-quality leads.
    • Address critical challenges: Gain insights on overcoming obstacles like regulatory changes, privacy concerns, and evolving consumer behavior.
    • Network with peers: Connect with fellow marketers and build valuable relationships with industry leaders.

    Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive advantage.  Join the LeadsCon Power Hours and set the stage for achieving maximum growth in 2025 and beyond!

  • LinkUnite: Industry Meetup, Networking + Mentorship Program

    11:00am – 2:30pm
    • Amanda Farris

      Amanda Farris

      Founder & CEO // LinkUnite
    • Lindsay Stone

      Lindsay Stone

      Senior Vice President // LeadsPedia
  • 12:00pm – 1:00pm 1 Hr
  • Networking Kick-off Lunch

    12:00pm – 1:00pm
    FirstEnroll
  • 1:00pm – 2:30pm 1 Hr, 30 mins
  • Lead Gen Toolkit Masterclass: Refining Your Strategy with Proven AI-Powered Tactics

    1:00pm – 2:30pm

    Are you lagging behind aggressive growth goals?  Then you have to join us this April for this very special session with National University and Wrench.ai as they unveil their collaborative journey that transformed National University's growth marketing efforts.

    What you'll learn:

    • Unlocking AI's Power: Discover how to harness cutting-edge AI technology to personalize marketing campaigns and optimize lead conversion.
    • Exponential Growth: Discover how to leverage multiple AI tech providers to build a robust and scalable lead generation ecosystem.
    • Data-Driven Decision Making: Learn how National University leveraged data insights to tailor messaging and target ideal demographics.
    • Practical Implementation Tips: Walk away with actionable strategies you can immediately implement to boost your own organization’s growth marketing efforts.

    National University is the second-largest private, non-profit university in California by enrollment.  Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a proven success story! 

    • Brandon Rowe

      Brandon Rowe

      Associate Vice President - Performance Marketing // National University
    • Dan Baird

      Dan Baird

      Co-Founder and Product Lead // Wrench.ai
  • Workshop: Assessing Lead Quality & Lead Scoring Methods

    1:00pm – 2:30pm

    This interactive workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to identify, qualify, and nurture high-value leads. Learn proven strategies for:

    • Developing robust lead scoring models: Go beyond basic demographics and leverage behavioral data, predictive analytics, and AI to prioritize leads with the highest conversion potential.
    • Implementing effective lead nurturing campaigns: Tailor your messaging and engagement strategies to each stage of the buyer's journey.
    • Integrating sales and marketing efforts: Foster seamless collaboration between teams to ensure a smooth lead handover and maximize conversion rates.
    • Measuring and optimizing lead quality: Track key metrics, analyze campaign performance, and continuously refine your lead scoring models for optimal results.

    If you're looking for actionable insights and practical tools to improve lead quality, boost conversions, and drive significant ROI, you cannot miss this session in Vegas!

  • Automotive + Heatlhcare Industry Hub

    1:00pm – 1:45pm

    Join our Industry Hubs to connect with like-minded individuals who share your goals for growth in the market.  This session will cater to the automotive and healthcare industries.  In this exclusive forum, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations, exchange valuable tips and strategies, and forge meaningful connections with peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of your industry.  Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out, our community provides a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive together.  Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and take your business to new heights.

  • 2:40pm – 3:20pm 40 mins
  • The Future of the Lead Gen Marketplace

    2:40pm – 3:20pm
    • Rick Bentz

      Rick Bentz

      Director of Marketing // Nightingale University
    • Rick Bouffard

      Rick Bouffard

      Chief Operating Officer // Avenge Digital
    • Bastian Cowsert

      Bastian Cowsert

      Chief Marketing Officer // DaBella
  • 3:20pm – 4:00pm 40 mins
  • Sense and Sensibility in Lead Generation

    3:20pm – 4:00pm

    In today’s world of content overload, it’s more important than ever to combine data-driven insights with the human element to truly cut through the noise.  This approach not only reflects the current demands of lead generation but also perfectly aligns with our individual expertise.  In this session, Debmalya’s deep knowledge in data-driven results and Harri's focus on building emotional connections through narrative will provide a balanced, impactful experience with global insights that you will only find at LeadsCon.

    • Debmalya Dutta

      Debmalya Dutta

      Associate Director, Global eCommerce Acceleration // Unilever
    • Harri Olavinsilta

      Harri Olavinsilta

      Creative Director + Strategist // IPG Mediabrands
  • 4:00pm – 5:30pm 1 Hr, 30 mins
  • Welcome Party

    4:00pm – 5:30pm

    Make a splash at LeadsCon 2025!  Join us for the official Welcome Party at the pool where you can enjoy refreshing beverages, delicious appetizers, and lively conversation with fellow attendees.  It's the perfect opportunity to network, make new connections, and get ready for an unforgettable LeadsCon experience!

    AWL
    Leads.io
    Summit Direct Mail

Tuesday - April 8, 2025

    8:00am – 5:00pm 9 Hrs
  • Registration Open

    8:00am – 5:00pm
  • 9:00am
  • Exhibit Hall Opens + Breakfast

    9:00am
  • 9:45am – 10:30am 45 mins
  • Keynote: Preparing for the Next Phase of Growth

    9:45am – 10:30am

    In just seven years, Better Mortgage became the first fintech lender to achieve $100B in mortgages financed for American families.  For this year's main stage headliner, we sit down with Jessica Manna, Better's vice president of growth, to discuss how she envisions new opportunities and challenges for the future of performance marketing.

    • Jessica Manna

      Jessica Manna

      Vice President, Growth // Better
    • Joey Liner

      Joey Liner

      Chief Consultant & Strategist // Liner Connections
    PX
  • 10:30am – 11:00am 30 mins
  • Morning Coffee + Donuts in the Exhibit Hall

    10:30am – 11:00am
    FirstEnroll
  • 11:00am – 11:40am 40 mins
  • State of the Industry 2025: Leading the Change in Customer Acquisition

    11:00am – 11:40am

    •    What are the latest trends and key forces driving the evolution of customer acquisition?  
    •    What are lead buyers and lead sellers struggling with today? What’s working well to build on?  
    •    How connected are we as an industry and what steps can we take to improve collaboration and drive shared success? 
    •    How has the industry adapted to the FCC 1:1 consent deadline and its implications for the future? 
    •    What KPIs and channels will shape the future of performance marketing and lead the way to success?

    • Bas Offers

      Bas Offers

      COO & Co-founder // PX
    PX
  • 11:50am – 12:20pm 30 mins
  • Balancing the Brand: Strategies For Driving National Impact & Hyper-Local Lead Gen

    11:50am – 12:20pm

    This brand-led session will enable you to discover how businesses can maintain a strong, cohesive national brand while tailoring lead-generation efforts to meet the unique needs of local franchises.  This session will explore strategies for executing hyper-local campaigns without diluting the brand’s core identity and highlight the role of data analytics in optimizing lead generation, measuring performance, and driving revenue.  Gain actionable insights into balancing strategies to maximize returns and connect with audiences at both the national and local levels.

    • Discover how to maintain brand consistency while executing hyper-local lead generation campaigns.
    • Learn how to leverage data analytics to optimize performance and drive revenue at both the national and local levels.
    • Explore strategies for balancing national brand objectives with the unique needs of local franchises.
    • Gain actionable insights to improve lead generation and enhance customer relationships.

    HorsePower Brands is a portfolio company of brands in the home services industry delivering first-in-class customer service and experiences.

    • Laura Vodvarka

      Laura Vodvarka

      Chief Marketing Officer // HorsePower Brands
    • Corey Rice

      Corey Rice

      Director of Strategy // KORTX
    Customer Contact
  • How to Find Growth Leveraging Gen Z and Millennial Insights

    11:50am – 12:20pm
    AI + Innovation Lab
  • Regulatory Spotlight: Understanding the Realities of Enforcement in 2025

    11:50am – 12:20pm
    • Michele A. Shuster

      Michele A. Shuster

      Managing Partner // Mac Murray & Shuster
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 12:20pm – 1:30pm 1 Hr, 10 mins
  • Lunch + Learn

    12:20pm – 1:15pm
    Verisk Marketing Solutions
  • Lunch + Learn

    12:20pm – 1:15pm
    AtData
  • Lunch

    12:20pm – 1:30pm
    FirstEnroll
  • 1:30pm – 2:00pm 30 mins
  • Contact Center Strategy Lab: Part I

    1:30pm – 2:00pm
    Customer Contact
  • Next-Level Organic Marketing: Leveraging AI & Data to Drive Quality Leads

    1:30pm – 2:00pm

    One of the toughest challenges in 2025 is rooted in the struggle to scale organic leads and conversions to realize growth.  This session reveals how to harness the power of AI and data-driven insights to revolutionize your approach and deliver standout results.  The session leaders will explore cutting-edge techniques that will enable you to:

    • Align paid search with SEO efforts: Discover how to create synergy between paid and organic strategies to amplify visibility and drive sustainable lead growth.
    • Use AI to decode user intent: Understand what your audience truly wants, allowing you to optimize content that attracts high-quality, ready-to-convert leads.
    • Optimize for large language models (LLMs): Uncover actionable ways to leverage tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and AI-driven insights to capture and engage top-of-funnel prospects effectively.

      Attendees will walk away with proven strategies and the confidence to turn your organic marketing into a high-performing lead generation engine.  This is a must-attend session for marketers looking to harness AI for smarter, data-driven organic growth.
    • Lomit Patel

      Lomit Patel

      Chief Marketing & Growth Officer // Tynker
    • Prashant Puri

      Prashant Puri

      CEO & Co-Founder // AdLift
    AI + Innovation Lab
  • Beyond Do Not Call: Understanding and Mitigating Revocation Risks

    1:30pm – 2:00pm
    • Puja Amin

      Puja Amin

      Partner // Troutman Amin, LLP
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 2:10pm – 2:50pm 40 mins
  • Unlocking Growth: Building Out Your High-Performing Funnel Strategy

    2:10pm – 2:50pm

    Discover the keys to fostering enduring growth through our session focused on marketing and customer conversion tactics. In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, marketers, advertisers, entrepreneurs, sales professionals, suppliers, and service providers frequently encounter hurdles in cultivating leads that evolve into loyal clients and customers. This session will equip you with holistic funnel playbooks, focused on generating leads and fostering engagement. Join our team of experienced marketers as they unveil innovative strategies for redefining and refining your marketing funnel. You'll learn how to harness extensive data collection to derive practical insights, enhancing both short- and long-term approaches for brand development and market growth.

    • Insights from Data Analysis: Unlock techniques to derive meaningful insights from data to enhance lead generation and conversion. What should you be looking at and what is to be learned?
    • Comprehensive Funnel Approach: Learn why an all-encompassing approach, rather than focusing solely on the final stage, drives growth.
    • Evaluation Models: Investigate the strengths and weaknesses of various attribution models including first touch, last touch, multi-touch, and incremental.
    • Strategic Channel and Messaging: Explore methods for testing and refining channel distribution and messaging for improved outcomes.
    • Impact of Brand Initiatives: Understand how brand activation can directly influence sales achievements.

    Our panel of experts will also discuss essential metrics for lead generation, such as conversion rates, cost per acquisition, engagement quality, and lead assessment algorithms. Whether you're a seasoned marketing professional looking to enhance your strategy or a newcomer eager to learn, you'll receive valuable insights and best practices to optimize your lead generation approaches. Seize this opportunity to redefine and refine your marketing approach of acquiring and converting leads. Join us to transform your lead generation campaigns into successful ventures.

    • Katherine	Harvill

      Katherine Harvill

      Vice President, Offline Marketing and Marketing Operations // Pennymac
    • Kent Mora

      Kent Mora

      Chief Marketing Officer // West Coast Dental
    • Jessica Hawthorne-Castro

      Jessica Hawthorne-Castro

      CEO // Hawthorne Advertising
    The Big Picture
  • Deep Dive - The Future-Proof Funnel: AI Strategies for Unstoppable Lead Generation (Part I)

    2:10pm – 2:50pm

    As the former Head of Innovation at Mattel, Ramy Nassar helps leaders Navigate What's Next in the AI revolution. Through his dynamic, interactive style, he shares powerful insights from transforming one of the world's most recognized brands, demonstrating how AI can revolutionize marketing and customer acquisition while maintaining authentic human connections.

    Drawing from his experience driving innovation across a range of industries, Ramy delivers a practical framework for leveraging AI to enhance lead quality and drive unprecedented growth. His presentations blend strategic foresight with tactical implementation, moving beyond theory to show organizations exactly how to succeed with AI. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, participants gain actionable strategies they can implement immediately.

    Through practical exercises and interactive experiences, participants will:

    • Identify the highest-impact AI opportunities in their marketing operations
    • Understand today's essential AI tools and platforms such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, etc.
    • Discover proven strategies for enhancing lead quality and conversion rates, across industries
    • Leverage predictive analytics for improved customer acquisition
    • Measure and optimize AI's impact on marketing ROI
    • Uncover and manage the risks of working with AI 
    • Ramy Nassar

      Ramy Nassar

      Futurist + AI Author // AI Product Design Handbook
    AI + Innovation Lab
  • The Sleeping Giant: Protecting Yourself Against The Very Real Threat of the Telemarking Sales Rule

    2:10pm – 2:50pm
    • Terance Gonsalves

      Terance Gonsalves

      Partner // Alston & Bird LLP
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 2:30pm – 3:30pm 1 Hr
  • Afternoon Networking Break

    2:30pm – 3:30pm
    FirstEnroll
  • 3:15pm – 3:55pm 40 mins
  • Winning the Customer Experience: Consent, Compliance and Conversions

    3:15pm – 3:55pm

    This cross-industry panel discussion explores the evolving landscape of customer engagement in the face of the new FCC 1:1 consent rule.  Our industry leaders will share insights on navigating this complex environment while maintaining a strong customer experience.

    Attendees will be able to:

    • Build trust and compliance: Implement robust consent management strategies that align with evolving regulations.
    • Optimize lead generation: Adapt your campaigns to effectively capture and leverage customer data while respecting privacy.
    • Deliver personalized experiences: Create meaningful customer journeys that resonate and drive conversions.
    • Future-proof your marketing: Prepare for the evolving regulatory landscape and build a sustainable foundation for long-term success.

    Join this insightful discussion to gain actionable strategies for navigating the changing landscape of customer engagement and driving sustainable growth.

    • Marc Melvin

      Marc Melvin

      Director of CRM and Contact Center Technologies // Baldwin Risk Partners
    • John Henson

      John Henson

      Attorney // Troutman Amin, LLC
    • Aru Anavekar

      Aru Anavekar

      CEO and Founder // Botsplash
    • Michael Peronto

      Michael Peronto

      GM of Financial Services // ActiveProspect
    The Big Picture
  • Deciphering The Future of Outbound in Lead Generation

    3:15pm – 3:55pm

    The days of buying form-fill lists and blindly dialing until you hit are numbered.  Winning businesses know that new realities require new strategies.  Whether it is using bleeding edge AI, blending outbound with inbound strategies, investing into a real-time lead intelligence layer, leveraging the growing ecosystem of value-add services, differentiating by staying ahead of the constant regulatory changes and more; building a sustainable lead generation business needs fresh ingredients.

    Join this session to hear our market experts map out the brave new world of lead generation, learn smart strategies from industry leading lead gen entrepreneurs and visualize new solutions in practice from best-in-class technology providers from the ecosystem.

    • Daniel Foppen

      Daniel Foppen

      VP of Product & Product Marketing // Convoso
    Customer Contact
  • Deep Dive - The Future-Proof Funnel: AI Strategies for Unstoppable Lead Generation (Part II)

    3:15pm – 3:55pm
    • Ramy Nassar

      Ramy Nassar

      Futurist + AI Author // AI Product Design Handbook
    AI + Innovation Lab
  • R.E.A.C.H. Update: Industry Legislation & Insights (Part 1)

    3:15pm – 3:55pm

    R.E.A.C.H. – a Mutual Benefit Corporation – is where responsible enterprises pursue a common objective of ensuring that consumers receive those calls which they have actually consented to and restore consumers’ ability to answer their phone. R.E.A.C.H. has been formed to advance the interests of direct-to-consumer marketers by: i) establishing guidelines, best practices and protections for such companies in order to prevent fraudulent lead sales and reduce the industry-wide damage caused by unwanted robocalls; ii) working to increase contact rates and lower carrier resistance to direct to consumer marketing traffic; and iii) providing education regarding, and advocacy to limit, unfair litigation and media attention targeting such marketing companies.

    • Isaac Shloss

      Isaac Shloss

      Chief Product Officer // Contact Center Compliance
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 4:00pm – 4:30pm 30 mins
  • Building Durable Teams For The Future of Lead Gen

    4:00pm – 4:30pm
    • Don Batsford

      Don Batsford

      Head of Industry // Google
    • Michael Elkins

      Michael Elkins

      Vice President // Red Ventures
    The Big Picture
  • 4:30pm – 6:00pm 1 Hr, 30 mins
  • Happy Hour

    4:30pm – 6:00pm
    FullThrottle

Wednesday - April 9, 2025

    8:00am – 12:00pm 4 Hrs
  • Registration Open

    8:00am – 12:00pm
  • 8:30am – 9:30am 1 Hr
  • Breakfast Briefing

    8:30am – 9:30am
    • Rich Kahn

      Rich Kahn

      CEO and Co-founder // Anura Solutions, LLC
    Anura
  • Breakfast

    8:30am
  • 9:00am
  • Exhibit Hall Opens

    9:00am
  • 9:30am – 10:15am 45 mins
  • Case Study: Maximizing Your Social Media Growth Strategy

    9:30am – 10:15am
    AI + Innovation Lab
  • Opening Industry Panel: What Does Ethical, Compliant Lead Gen Look Like in 2027?

    9:30am – 10:15am
  • 10:25am – 11:10am 45 mins
  • How Independent Dealers Are Outperforming Their Name-Brand Franchise Counterparts

    10:25am – 11:10am
    • Victor Figlin

      Victor Figlin

      General Manager // Indy Auto Man
    • Alex Melen

      Alex Melen

      Co-Founder // SmartSites
  • Middlemen Are Dead: Why 1st Party Channels Rule in 2025

    10:25am – 11:10am

    This session will explore how shifts in consumer purchasing behavior, TCPA regulations, and other factors are rendering third-party lead generation obsolete.  We'll uncover why businesses must invest in first-party branded channels and collaborate with third-party partners and publishers to transition to first-party strategies.

    Thor Metals Group is an authorized dealer for the United States Mint, the Royal Canadian Mint, and the Perth Mint.  Thor Metals Group boasts over 18 years of precious metals expertise and some $100 million in precious metals sales.

    • Mitch Salchow

      Mitch Salchow

      President // Thor Metals Group
    • Shane McIntyre

      Shane McIntyre

      CEO // Elevarus
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 11:20am – 12:05pm 45 mins
  • Mortgage + EDU Industry Hub

    11:20am – 12:05pm

    Join our Industry Hubs to connect with like-minded individuals who share your goals for growth in the market.  This session will cater to the mortgage and EDU industries.  In this exclusive forum, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations, exchange valuable tips and strategies, and forge meaningful connections with peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of your industry.  Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out, our community provides a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive together.  Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and take your business to new heights.

  • Staying Ahead of the Everchanging TCPA Landscape

    11:20am – 12:00pm
    Compliant + Tactical Growth
  • 12:00pm – 1:00pm 1 Hr
  • Lunch + Learn

    12:00pm – 12:45pm
    Balto
  • Lunch + Learn

    12:00pm – 12:45pm
    TransUnion
  • Lunch

    12:00pm – 1:00pm
    FirstEnroll
  • 1:00pm – 1:30pm 30 mins
  • The Struggle is Real: A Premium Brand’s Journey Turning Social Media into a High-Quality Lead Machine

    1:00pm – 1:30pm
    • Eric Deziel

      Eric Deziel

      Vice President Sales & Marketing // Vermont Bike Tours and Country Walkers
    • James Mullany

      James Mullany

      Group Director, Agency Media // Beeby Clark + Meyler
    Customer Contact
  • 2:00pm
  • 2025 Program Concludes

    2:00pm