Here we go again…
Greetings current and future Citizens of the Bureauverse! It's that time of the year when your faithful Bureau team has been burning the midnight oil, the candle at both ends and working around the clock to bring you what’s next. It’s an annual dance where we look at the biggest challenges that are impacting the community, sprinkle in a little fun and excitement, and create an event playlist that we hope will get you moving.
We know it's been tricky to commit to in-person events with the world throwing curveballs at us left and right. But dammit, we’re gonna keep trying because nothing replaces being together.
This blog post kicks off a three-part series on what’s coming in 2024. Hopefully, it’s a trilogy you can't put down. In the next installments, we're going to spill the beans on a rethinking sponsorships, a few new member perks, and showing ways you can dive even deeper into this wonderful community.
So, get ready to set your calendar, grab your dancing shoes (or slippers, we don't judge), and join us as we launch the Bureau’s 2024 event calendar. It's all about engagement, innovation, and a stronger sense of community, and you're at the heart of it all. So thank you for your support.
And now…
Your 2024 Bureau of Digital Events
Everything is subject to change at this point. But we’ll try really hard to stay true to what you see below. We’ve included a range of what the final cost could be. And if you see an event you really want to attend bet that others want to as well. After reviewing the events below, consider putting down a fully refundable deposit to guarantee your ticket(s).
MAIN EVENTS
January
1/22-23 Leadership Team Camp Online - POSTPONED
Deposit: $100 | Price: $499 member / $899 non-member
We’ve had great camps for owners, operators, design leaders, project managers, and more… but what we need now is a chance for Leadership Teams to get together and learn from those having success. This is your chance to talk about what’s working and what isn’t.
February
2/4-8 Biz Dev Camp Palm Springs
Deposit: $500 | Price: $3,499 (Includes accommodations and most meals)
Sure, you’re closing business. But it isn’t always easy, and you’d like to find new ways to bring in bigger and better leads, not to mention getting more of the work you want. Join us in Palm Springs with 25 of your newest peers and friends to talk about what’s working for Biz Dev for agencies in 2024.
2/26-27 Operations Summit Online
Deposit: $100 | Price: $499 member / $899 non-member
So you have the basics of studio operations down. Congrats. Now, what do you do with all of the data? What is a signal, and what is noise? How do we turn all of that data and good operations habits into a strategic advantage for our business? We’ll look at the four critical areas of our business: People, Biz Dev, Delivery, and Finance, and take the next step to leverage your operations into running a better business.
March
3/4-5 AI & Your Agency Atlanta
Deposit: $500 | Price: $1,999 member / $2,499 non-member
Feeling like you’ve missed the AI train? Good news! You haven’t. AI & Your Agency is your chance to get smarter on AI fast and plot your shop’s course to a better tomorrow. Both in how you run your company and how you create your products and services.
3/24-27 Owner Excursion: Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Deposit: $500 | Price: $3,299 - $4,299 (Includes accommodations and most meals)
The first in our new excursion series of events, this will offer a unique blend of facilitated conversations while we embark on a flavorful journey through Kentucky's Bourbon Trail. Think of it as a chance to solve problems and give yourself a much-deserved break all while mingling with fellow owners and savoring the essence of fine bourbon.
April
4/15-16 Design Leadership Camp Online
Deposit: $100 | Price: $499 member / $899 non-member
Design Leadership Camp gives you the opportunity to get together with fellow design leaders, to connect with one another, share stories, and learn new methods for running effective design teams. Unscripted and refreshingly honest, Design Leadership Camp goes beyond the familiar to uncover the insights and connections you need to grow and evolve as a design leader.
May
5/19-23 Owner Camp London
Deposit: $500 | Price: $3,499 - $4,499 (Includes accommodations and most meals)
Experience the camaraderie of Owner Camp for the first time in the UK! Tailored for digital agency leaders, Owner Camp facilitates honest, collaborative discussions to navigate the best practices and overcome real challenges. It's not a conference, but a series of engaging conversations to tackle problems together.
September
9/24-27 Leadership Live Las Vegas!
Deposit: $250 | Price: $899 - $1,299 (Does not include accommodations)
Embark on a transformative journey for your shop at Leadership Live Las Vegas! This inaugural event offers a game-changing opportunity to learn the ropes from established industry giants. We’ll focus on scaling companies on purpose. So ditch the growing pains and discover actionable strategies to elevate your agency to new heights and levels of stability.
October
10/13-16 Digital PM Summit Austin
Deposit: $250 | Price: $799 - $1,299 (Does not include accommodations)
There’s an overall feeling of excitement about “finding your people” at every Digital PM Summit. Most DPMs have explored many avenues when it comes to learning and networking, and have read the PM books and blogs. But DPMs are seeking something more: a genuine connection where they can improve their craft with others who are on the same journey.
November
11/10-14 Operations Camp New Orleans
Deposit $500 | Price $3,299 - $3,899 (Includes accommodations and most meals)
In operations, you’re figuring out the who, what, where, when and how everything gets done. You’re managing people, growth, systems, finance and more. Some things you may have all figured out. Others, maybe not so much. Wouldn't it be nice to get away for a few days and connect with your true peers? Join us this November to trade insights and experiences, while enjoying the charm and excitement of New Orleans.
December
12/8-12 Owner Ski Camp Whistler
Deposit: $500 | Price: $3,299 - $4,999 (Includes accommodations and most meals)
Running a digital agency is tough. Like many of us, you probably didn’t study business management in school and are now inexplicably running a business. Wouldn't it be nice just to get away for a few days to recharge your batteries and talk to your peers? Your real peers? Join us at Owner “Ski” Camp Whistler, to enjoy the splendor of the wilderness and take some time for yourself. And you can’t get great answers just sitting in a conference room, so we’ll spend a day engaged in great discussions either on the slopes or by the fire with a hot toddy.
WORKSHOPS & WEBINARS
These are all included with a Bureau membership at no additional cost thanks to our good friends at Parallax. As soon as we have more details we’ll send out registration links for members.
Online Workshops
January 17: Forecasting
March 20: Financial Planning
April 10: Pricing
May 15: Recruiting & Retention
September 18: Budgeting
October 9: Culture
November 20: Delivery
Webinars
January 11: Secrets of Successful Digital Agencies
February 8: AI & Content Strategy
March 14: Difficult Conversations
April 4: Financial Literacy
May 9: Better Estimating
September 12 : AI & SEO
October 3: Tax Planning
November 7: Lead Generation
MEMBER LED EVENTS
These are events that members of the community organize. We’ll be including them on the main calendar once we have all the details.
Bureau Book Club
Bad Bitches Women’s Leadership Group Monthly Call
Owner’s Lunch Club Monthly Call
Growth Accountability Call
Member Open Mic Presentations
Role Calls for:
Owners, Operators, Biz Dev, Tech Leaders, Design Leaders, Account Managers, Digital PMs, and Marketers
Local Meetups
We’re excited to continue supporting local meetups in 2024 with the help of Parallax! So far meetups are happening in Minneapolis, New York, Montreal, Chicago and Philadelphia. And more are scheduled in the months ahead. If you’d like to start a local meetup in your city, let us know by filling out this form. There’s nothing like building community in your community!
Well there ya have it, the Bureau’s 2024 event schedule.
It’s a team effort to try and figure out what will be most valuable for everyone, but our passion for supporting this community makes it a labor of love. And if you can guess how many cliches we used in this blog post, you just might unlock a secret event. Share your guess in the comments! Were you right? Only time will tell. 😘