The Affiliate Summit East conference returns to New York City on July 27–28, 2026. Hosted at the New York Marriott Marquis Times Square, the event serves as a central hub for North America’s affiliate and performance marketing sectors. The two-day conference brings together advertisers, publishers, ecommerce sellers, and technology providers to analyze current monetization trends and establish new business partnerships.
Specialized Content Tracks
The 2026 program features dedicated content tracks designed for specific industry segments. Lead buyers will focus on acquisition strategies, while content publishers explore new methods for traffic monetization. Ecommerce sellers will have access to sessions regarding advertising efficiency and scaling online operations. This structured approach allows attendees to focus on the technical and strategic challenges most relevant to their business models.
Expert Speaker Lineup
The speaker roster includes leadership from major commerce and media organizations. Alex Brown, Chief Growth Officer at Truly Free, and Greg Powel, CEO of Money Group, will provide insights into growth scaling and financial performance.
Media and publishing perspectives are represented by Elisabeth Chambry, Director of Commerce and Partnerships at InsideHook, and Kara Kamenec, Sr. Director of Commerce at McClatchy Media. These sessions will address the evolving relationship between editorial content and affiliate revenue streams.
Industry Participation
Major technology and media brands are scheduled to participate in the event’s ecosystem. Representatives from platforms such as Google, Meta, Microsoft, and TikTok will be present alongside major retailers and service providers like eBay, Shopify, and Klarna. The involvement of large-scale publishers, including CNN, Daily Mail, and Future, highlights the event’s role in bridging the gap between high-volume traffic sources and performance-based advertisers.
Affilitizer Editorial Team
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