Here is a list of conferences that may be of interest to technical communicators.
Please let us know about other conferences that can assist technical writers and instructional designers. We will review your submission for inclusion on this list.
- STC Summit, May 5-8, 2019 – Denver, CO
The STC Summit celebrates its 66th anniversary in 2019 and features top-notch presenters to discuss key trends, issues, and cutting-edge solutions in technical communication. Summit also provides networking opportunities with colleagues and thought leaders in the field.
STC Summit has a broad focus on the concepts presented— to best reflect the diversity of our profession, our members, and our attendees. Summit attendees will learn about new techniques and trends, as well as grow their skills and competencies.
The STC Summit includes:- Education sessions in the following areas: Content Design and Delivery; Tools and Technologies; Training Development and Delivery; Project Management, Leadership, and Career Development. See Tracks and Topic Ideas .
- An opening Keynote speaker on Sunday night.
- The Expo Hall, with numerous vendor product demonstrations, services, and technology in the world of technical communication.
- The Honors Event (Tuesday evening), where the best and brightest in the industry are honored by the Society.
- An exciting Closing Plenary Session “Tech Comm’s Influence and Impact” that brings together three technical communication luminaries: Saul Carliner, Ginny Redish, and Karen Schriver.
- Evening social events
- Content Marketing World, September 3-6, 2019 – Cleveland, OH
All you need to take a content marketing strategy back to your team and implement a content marketing plan. - WritersUA East, October 4-5, 2018 – Raleigh, NC
A two-day conference of interest to technical communication professionals interested in digital content and services. - An Event Apart – October 28-30, 2019 – Denver, CO
A three-day conference with 17 sessions and intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more. - An Event Apart – May 6-8, 2019 – Boston, MA
A three-day conference with 17 sessions and intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more. - An Event Apart – July 29-31, 2019 – Washington DC
A three-day conference with 17 sessions and intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more. - An Event Apart – August 26-28, 2019 – Chicago, IL
A three-day conference with 17 sessions and intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more. - An Event Apart – December 9-11, 2019 – San Francisco, CA
A three-day conference with 17 sessions and intense focus on digital design, UX, content, code, and more. - LavaCon 2019 USA – October 27-30, 2019 – Portland, OR
LavaCon is a gathering place for content strategists, documentation managers, and other UX professionals. The 17th annual conference focuses on how to unify content from silos across the enterprise, leverage new immersive technologies, and create stellar content experiences.
However, LavaCon is more than just a conference. It’s a gathering place where practicing industry professionals share their best practices and lessons learned, network with peers, and build professional relationships that will last for years to come.
