NamesCon Global
Aug 31 - Sept 3, 2022, Austin, TX
NamesCon Global returns in Autumn 2021. Get ready for a hybrid (live/online) event as we bring the domaining industry together in North America—we hope that most of you will be able to join us in person. We will keep you updated, so please stay in touch through social media and the NamesCon newsletter.
1,000+
Participants
600+
Investors
70+
Nationalities
30+
Expert Sessions
4
Days
High-Level Description
NamesCon brings you rich and actionable insights into the complex world of digital assets, featuring domain names, NFTs, and emerging elements of the new economy—so you can find and act upon new opportunities. NamesCon Global is our flagship event, bringing together the people who build and grow the domain-name industry. This is the place to build the strong relationships and strategic partnerships that drive this person-to-person business.
As Web3—the decentralized internet—becomes a reality, domain name investors are uniquely poised to capitalize on emerging digital assets and ownership models as well, so we make sure our attendees are exposed to the trends that are real, profitable, and growing.
Join us in Austin and engage with the forces that shape the domain-name economy and beyond—from governing and managing bodies to channels and service providers; from strategic investors to the end customer.
What is NamesCon?
NamesCon Global brings together the domain investors and service providers who build and grow the digital asset industry—from domain names to NFTs and more. Partner with us to find new customers and build the relationships that drive this person-to-person business.
Keynotes
Insights and inspiration from industry heavyweights and global thought leaders.
Panel
Deep discussions on pressing topics in the industry with a diverse group of experts.
Workshops
Interactive session with actionable outcomes
Face to Face
Networking as it's meant to be: bond with your peers at social activities and parties to close deals and form new partnerships.
Auction
Grab once-in-a-lifetime premium names at this domain industry cornerstone.
Exhibition
Meet your most motivated customers face to face in a high-energy environment.
Who You'll Meet At NamesCon Global
Governing bodies
Registries
Registrars
Service Providers
Brokers
IP lawyers & brand protection
Investors
Brands & Startups
Agenda at a Glance: The Big Picture
As the world of digital assets evolves, domain name investors must evolve as well. NamesCon Global 2022 will deliver the must-know elements of domaining and digital asset investment for industry veterans and newcomers alike.
This will include fundamentals such as domain name valuation and monetization, the dynamics of brokerage, and nTLD trends—as well as the skillset you’ll need for tomorrow: domaining on the blockchain, forward-thinking investment in NFTs, and working with lucrative namespaces subject to enhanced regulation.
At NamesCon Global, you’ll connect with the people, tools, and resources to level up your investing career and master your digital assets.
4 Days, 4 Themes
Skills to Pay the Bills will feature interviews with leading experts, as well as industry updates from senior regulators and trend-setting brokers, investors, and service providers.
Make Power Moves is all about valuation of domain names and NFTs—and putting that knowledge to work during a high-octane digital asset auction where you can upsize your portfolio with once-in-a-lifetime names and NFTs.
Digital Assets of Tomorrow explores the future of names through lenses you may not expect: adult names, metaverse names, blockchain-based domaining, and more.
FunDay is fully dedicated to conversation, collaboration, and celebration as the NamesCon community takes over Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden for a full day of eating, drinking, and great conversation at one of Austin’s hottest dining destinations. You can bring a Plus-One, too!
4 Days, 4 Themes
Skills to Pay the Bills will feature interviews with leading experts, as well as industry updates from senior regulators and trend-setting brokers, investors, and service providers.
Make Power Moves is all about valuation of domain names and NFTs—and putting that knowledge to work during a high-octane digital asset auction where you can upsize your portfolio with once-in-a-lifetime names and NFTs.
Digital Assets of Tomorrow explores the future of names through lenses you may not expect: adult names, metaverse names, blockchain-based domaining, and more.
FunDay is fully dedicated to conversation, collaboration, and celebration as the NamesCon community takes over Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden for a full day of eating, drinking, and great conversation at one of Austin’s hottest dining destinations. You can bring a Plus-One, too!
Does your expertise match one of these themes?
Agenda At A Glance
As the world of digital assets evolves, domain name investors must evolve as well. NamesCon Global 2022 will deliver the must-know elements of domaining and digital asset investment for industry veterans and newcomers alike.
This will include fundamentals such as domain name valuation and monetization, the dynamics of brokerage, and nTLD trends—as well as the skillset you’ll need for tomorrow: domaining on the blockchain, forward-thinking investment in NFTs, and working with lucrative namespaces subject to enhanced regulation.
At NamesCon Global, you’ll connect with the people, tools, and resources to level up your investing career and master your digital assets.

Domain Auction
You won’t want to miss our live Domain Auction on Thursday, January 30, from 5:30-9pm Central Time in Austin, Texas. A cornerstone of NamesCon, this is where you put your heart, nerve, and industry knowledge on the line for some seriously high stakes. Last year’s domain auction was the biggest in NamesCon history, with OL.COM selling for $900,000 on the floor. That evening, LEADS.COM sold for $435,000. It wasn’t just a night for high-dollar names: several four-letter .COMs sold for under $800 to eagle-eyed investors.
Everything you know about the domain industry comes into play when you bid for a name, as you test your nerves against your peers in the room as well as investors around the world on the internet.
Our friends at RightOfTheDot are bringing this live auction to the industry for the fifth year, this time on an updated platform provided by our partners at GoDaddy. You must get verified to bid on items over $2500, so start here—hit the button below to register as a bidder.
NamesCon Global | Event Passes
NamesCon has the most competitive ticketing prices around for investors, brokers, and domaining entrepreneurs. We also have a pass tier for registries and marketplace operators, so their teams can get up close and personal with their most important customer base.
These different attendee types bring complementary dynamics to the event, while also protecting the NamesCon community from getting overwhelmed by swarms of less-serious service providers. Meanwhile, the lower price for attendees and brokers expands the audience base for channels to find new customers and partners. Together, these ticket types help deliver a top-notch conference experience for everyone involved.
ONLY for individual domainers, brokers, and entrepreneurs
Standard Pass
$999 Value
Springtime Special
$499 ex VAT & Fees
valid until June 3, 2022
Your Pass includes
- Access to all sessions, keynotes and panels
- Access to the Exhibition Area
- Access to the live Domain Auction
- Coffee Breaks
- Access to all official networking events which include catering and bar offerings
- Network with fellow investors, industry experts, and key industry players from around the globe
What we call the Standard Pass is a deeply-discounted ticket geared toward individual investors, brokers, and emerging entrepreneurs who make up the majority of our attendee base.
For individuals who represent a registry or marketplace
Channel Pass
$1,499 Value
Springtime Special
$749 ex VAT & Fees
valid until June 3, 2022
Your Pass includes
- Access to all sessions, keynotes and panels
- Access to the Exhibition Area
- Access to the live Domain Auction
- Coffee Breaks
- Access to all official networking events which include catering and bar offerings
- Network with fellow investors, industry experts, and key industry players from around the globe
- Direct and up-close access to a highly motivated audience of digital asset investors
The Channel Pass is for professionals working in the registry, and marketplace spaces. For you as channels, NamesCon is primarily a sales opportunity, and the ticket type needs to reflect that. So If you’re representing a registry or marketplace, you must register for the Channel Pass.
Bring your spouse or bestie
Plus-One Pass for FunDay
$49 Value
.
$49 ex VAT & Fees
valid until September 3, 2022
Your Pass includes
The Plus-One Pass gives access to our FunDay on Saturday, Sept 3 at Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
This ticket includes catering and bar offerings. FunDay pass users must be registered with a unique email address and name, along with the NamesCon Global attendee they are accompanying.
FunDay attendees will receive a wristband upon arriving at Bangers on Saturday.
Depending on how many team members you’re bringing and what kind of impact you want to make, you can dive into our Partnership Opportunities—these also include certain numbers of Channel Passes. Please reach out to our friendly sales team: sales@namescon.com
Omni Hotel Downtown
NamesCon is again taking over the Omni Hotel’s downtown Austin location as a hub for the world’s digital asset investors!
Our all programming and social events will take place onsite and very closely nearby. You’ll find yourself in the very heart of Austin—with a wide variety of food, nightlife, and additional hotel options within easy reach.
Rock Austin in style—stay at the Omni Hotel in the heart of the city! Discover sophisticated luxury with understated class at this urban oasis, including a rooftop pool under wide-open summer skies. Sounds good, right? Book your hotel room now for the special rate we secured for NamesCon attendees—it’s unbeatable for Austin! Our room block is limited, and will definitely sell out.
Join us in Austin
Creativity Unleashed
Austin is an artistic and musical city, which makes it perfect for sparking creative thought—and just rocking out!
Keeping it Hot
Austin is famous for its barbecue, even in Texas! Whatever your tastes, Austin’s diverse cuisine will leave you feeling satisfied.
The Highest Tech
Some of the brightest minds in the world seek out Austin’s culture of innovation to build and grow the internet’s most disruptive and game-changing companies. See how the domain industry meshes with the larger tech community.
Partner with NamesCon
Our new event location and structure brings exciting new partnership opportunities to create immersive experiences around your brand. Please contact the sales team for a first look what will be possible.
Selected Speakers And Panelists

Aman Bhutani
CEO
GoDaddy
Aman Bhutani
CEO
GoDaddy

Paul Mockapetris
Inventor of DNS and SMTP
Paul Mockapetris
Inventor of DNS and SMTP

Haseeb Tariq
Former Marketing Automation
Disney
Haseeb Tariq
Former Marketing Automation
Disney

Erin McKean
Founder
Wordnik
Erin McKean
Founder
Wordnik

Bhavin Turakhia
Founder & CEO
Flock / Radix
Bhavin Turakhia
Founder & CEO
Flock / Radix

Richard Lau
Founder
NamesCon, Resume.com & Logo.com
Richard Lau
Founder
NamesCon, Resume.com & Logo.com

Kate Buckley
CEO
Buckley Media
Kate Buckley
CEO
Buckley Media

Richard Merdinger
VP Domains
GoDaddy
Richard Merdinger
VP Domains
GoDaddy

Akram Atallah
CEO
Donuts
Akram Atallah
CEO
Donuts

Rolf Larsen
Chairman
RegistryOffice
Rolf Larsen
Chairman
RegistryOffice

Mac Nagaswami
CEO
Carvertise
Mac Nagaswami
CEO
Carvertise