SMX Advanced is the only conference designed exclusively for experienced search marketers. Sessions are fast-paced, Q&A-packed, always informative… and don’t stop to cover the basics.
Fluent in search engine marketing? SMX Advanced is where you’ll engage with others who speak your native language.
"Google & SEM"
Sundeep Jain
Director of Search Ads Quality, Google

Microsoft
NBCUniversal
Vistaprint
Conde Nast
Fluent in search marketing? SMX Advanced dives into the deep end of SEO & SEM topics, with no dumbing-down. You’ll find many sessions that address some of the most complex issues in SEO and SEM.
You’ll leave SMX Advanced with expert tactics, tips and techniques you can implement immediately to drive traffic, convert visitors and grow your business.
There’s always a paid search advertising session for you to attend. SEM. All day. Every day.
You'll always find a session on search engine optimization happening. SEO. All day. Every day.
SMX is programmed by Search Engine Land, the search marketing industry’s publication of record. You get all the great Search Engine Land content -- live -- from Search Engine Land’s editors and industry thought leaders.
SMX is the only event that’s 100% search marketing. We passionately believe that SEO and SEM deserve the spotlight. You’ll love coming home to a place that celebrates your work.
Attendees. Speakers. Exhibitors. Meet them at structured and informal networking events. You’ll make valuable and lasting connections.
SMX isn’t backed by a software company or digital agency. It isn’t a customer event that dabbles with the occasional search topic. SMX unbiased, vendor-agnostic content designed to help you succeed.
Ever been stuck at a single-track conference and bored with a particular topic? SMX’s multiple tracks means there’s always a session of interest going on. No yawning!
The format of SMX sessions are carefully selected to match the topic. Solo sessions offer deep expert dives. Panels provide a variety of viewpoints. Roundtables ditch PowerPoints when 100% discussion is helpful. Clinics address your specific needs.
You'll enjoy an outstanding venue with great views, yummy hot lunches and conveniences that make the experience pleasant and productive.
The SMX Expo Hall is the largest gathering of search marketing solution providers. You’re certain to find one that helps you do your job better.
...it is by far the most actionable search conference I've ever been to. I love that speakers assume we already know a lot about SEO (because we do) and the presentations are therefore more specific with more information that we can act on.
- Sharon Mathias, HomeAdvisor
SMX Advanced is what a marketing conference should strive to be. Full of sessions that are led by leaders in the search marketing industry providing attendees with valuable and actionable takeaways. Then add the networking opportunities with peers, the speakers, and after hour events, make SMX Advanced a can't miss conference.
- Timothy Carter, Nimlok Displays
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SMX Advanced will take place at the Bell Harbor Convention Center. Take advantage of our special room rate at the Westin Seattle by reserving when you register for SMX Advanced, or call (877) 242-5242.