Mark your calendars for February 15 and 16, 2024

The Student Ad Summit (SAS) is a 2-day event that connects students and young professionals in the advertising, communications, public relations, and marketing fields. This is a unique opportunity to bolster your understanding of the industry, instilling confidence in your passions and strengths. SAS is a launchpad for your personal growth and success, inviting you to engage with what you’re interested in without pressure.

No pressure, just passion

Ever just look at all the things you need to do and say, “Yikes”? Your resume needs revisions, your cover letter doesn’t flow right, your portfolio needs polishing and scariest of all: you have to network and advocate for yourself….

Why are we scared to put ourselves out there? What happened to do things without fear of perfection?

It’s that kind of pressure that SAS rejects. At our event, you’re encouraged to engage in your interests with no looming weight of perfection or judgment. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm to learn more about the industry. At SAS, there’s no pressure for a polished performance. Learn from passionate industry professionals, and let your inherent confidence set you on your path to success (even if you think you don’t have any confidence, which trust us, you definitely do).

Event Schedule:

Student Ad Summit Kick-Off

When: Thursday, February 15, 2024, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm

Where: Space 150

212 3rd Avenue North #150 Minneapolis, MN 55401

Kick-off Event Schedule:

Time: Program Agenda: Location:
6:00 PM – 6:10 PM Opening Remarks Second Floor
6:15 PM – 7:45 PM Resume & Portfolio Reviews, Networking, and Free Headshots Second Floor
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Young Panel Discussion Second Floor
7:50 PM – 08:00 PM Closing Remarks Second Floor

Featured Student Ad Summit Speakers :

We look forward to announcing our panelist in February!

Student Ad Summit Main Day Event

When: Friday, February 16, 2024, 8:30 am -3:30 pm

Where:  200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Schedule: Main Event Schedule:

Time: Program Agenda: Location:
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Attendee Check-In & Networking Time Memorial Hall
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM Welcome Address Memorial Hall
9:15 AM – 10:00 AM Keynote Memorial Hall
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM Networking & Hospitality Break Memorial Hall
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM Breakout Session #1 Heritage Gallery, Johnson Room & Ski-U-Mah Room
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Networking & Hospitality Break Memorial Hall
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM Breakout Session #2 Heritage Gallery, Johnson Room & Ski-U-Mah Room
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch Break Memorial Hall
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM Breakout Session #3 Heritage Gallery, Johnson Room & Ski-U-Mah Room
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM Closing Remarks Memorial Hall
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Travel Time To Agency Tours Public Transportation
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Agency Tours *TBD