Collegiate marketers to build expanded professional connections and compete in annual marketing competitions
Chicago, IL—The 2026 ÂÜÀòÉç¹ÙÍø International Collegiate Conference (ICC) is coming to Chicago, Illinois in March 2026. The theme for this year’s conference: Level Up.
ICC is a three-day transformative experience designed to empower and equip students with the skills and insights necessary to navigate and excel in the evolving world of marketing. The conference celebrates students through dynamic competitions, innovative insights, networking, career guidance and recognition. This is a chance for collegiate marketing leaders to connect and contribute to the energy of the largest marketing pep rally in the world.
Dates
March 12-14, 2026
Location
Sheraton Chicago Grand Riverwalk
301 E North Water St.
Chicago, IL 60611
³§±è±ð²¹°ì±ð°ù²õ–The full agenda is now available.
The keynote speakers include:
- Jade Walters | The Ninth Semester
- Sean Greenwood | Ben & Jerry’s
°ä´Ç³¾±è±ð³Ù¾±³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ–More information about ÂÜÀòÉç¹ÙÍø’s Collegiate Competitions is available here.
¸é±ð²µ¾±²õ³Ù±ð°ù–Register for the event at ÂÜÀòÉç¹ÙÍø.org.
For media questions, please contact Amy Gwiazdowski, VP of Communications.
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