Key Highlights
- A behind‑the‑scenes look at Digital Summit Chicago, from the show floor to the sessions and every moment in between.
- Ideas as they landed in real time, from early‑morning conversations to post‑session reflection.
- The themes marketers kept circling back to — AI, visibility, video, audio and storytelling — captured in context.
There are a lot of ways to document a conference. You could take the influencer route and live stream/post everything and anything at the event, from the selection of sugar substitutes at the coffee bar to the presenter’s font choice for their slides. You could go full journalist — recorder running, questions ready, press badge front and center. You could play the part of the diligent student, sitting in the first row with a laptop open, furiously transcribing every slide like your life depends on it. You could be the laid-back learner who prefers to be in the moment, letting the information sink in as new ideas wash over you.
All valid. All been done.
But what I wanted from Digital Summit Chicago was something a little more personal than a thread and a little more honest than a highlight reel. I wanted to show you what I actually saw. So I charged up my iPhone, paid attention, and tried to capture the way it actually felt to be there.
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About the Author
Alexis Gajewski
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Alexis Gajewski is the Associate Director of Newsroom Operations and Development at EndeavorB2B, bringing 18 years of experience in B2B media and publishing. A digital-first editorial leader, she sets the vision and direction for content strategies that maximize reach, engagement, and visibility across EndeavorB2B’s portfolio of brands. Alexis oversees editorial planning, workflow management, and team development, ensuring that all content aligns with both audience needs and business objectives. With deep expertise in SEO, AI, and analytics, she drives data-informed editorial decisions that strengthen storytelling, boost organic growth, and uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity.
As a strategist and mentor, Alexis works across the editorial department to foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. She develops company-wide editorial standards, training programs, and performance frameworks designed to elevate content quality and operational efficiency. Her passion for innovation keeps teams at the forefront of media transformation—whether implementing AI-driven tools, refining workflows, or exploring new content formats. Through her leadership, Alexis empowers editors, reporters, and content strategists at EndeavorB2B to adapt, grow, and deliver impactful, audience-focused journalism in a fast-evolving digital landscape.
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