
About
MarketingOn May 7, 2026, the Adweek Marketing Vanguard Summit will ignite critical conversations at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Focusing on the theme "RUNNING TO THE FIRE," this event brings together CMOs, CEOs, and senior leaders, alongside cultural figures and academic experts.
Participants will examine the marketing industry's most pressing challenges and uncertainties through open dialogue and debate. The summit encourages leaders to tackle difficult topics, strengthen alignment with CEOs, and identify the metrics that truly drive impact. Conversations will delve into strategies for building brands that earn lasting attention, trust, and investment, addressing complexities in areas like growth, culture, technology, and organizational change.
The collective aim is to help shape the future direction of marketing, reinforcing its essential contribution to overall business value.
Expected Attendees
337
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Adweek Marketing Vanguard Summit 2026 in Chicago concentrates around 337 Marketing professionals in one place, so your ads reach people already interested in your category instead of a broad, untargeted crowd.
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Adweek Marketing Vanguard Summit 2026 draws roughly 337 Marketing professionals, a focused audience for well-targeted advertising.
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Industry
Marketing
Industry
Marketing
Venue
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
Chicago, IL, USA
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