Aug 31 - Sept 3, 2022, Austin, TX
1,000+
Participants
600+
Investors
70+
Nationalities
30+
Expert Sessions
4
Days
Summer Sale Ends
Why Domain Investors Choose NamesCon
The Secret to Premium Domain Deals
Andrew Miller willl guide you through case studies and his own experiences to help you understand how to make exact-match domain deals really pay off.
Andrew Miller
Managing Director
Hilco Digital Assets, LLC.
Art of Negotiating
“Domain King” Rick Schwartz will discuss his Midas touch for guiding the path of a high-value domain deal towards its best possible outcome.
Rick Schwartz
CEO at Domain King
How a Painting Becomes an NFT
Go behind the scenes of the NFT creation process with painter and domainer Christian Calvin to find out what aesthetic, platform, and messaging choices go into creating an NFT that’s built to last.
Christian Calvin
Artist / Domain Investor at 33nArt.com
Should the UDRP be Changed?
Zak Muskovich leads a panel of experts in sharing their proposals for how the UDRP can be improved—without destabilizing it.
Zak Muskovich
General Counsel at Internet Commerce Association
gTLDs: When Lightning Strikes
How do you pick the right extension at the right moment? It’s not as random as it might seem. Bill Sweetman and expert guests will share what happens when you catch lightning in a bottle, supercharging your portfolio!
Bill Sweetman
President at Name Ninja
Adult Domain Names
An expert panel led by Krista Gable will explore the ins and outs of buying, selling, developing, and monetizing in this unique—and uniquely regulated—namespace.
Krista Gable
Founder/CEO at DomainDomme.com
What’s My Domain Worth?
Find out if you’re sitting on a gem… or junk! NamesCon Global 2022 features a real-time, no-BS domain valuation panel of industry experts, led by Braden Pollock. They might just evaluate a name from your own portfolio.
Braden Pollock
Founder and Owner at Legal Brand Marketing
Is ICANN Threatened by Blockchain Domains?
What can—or should—ICANN do about blockchain domain names? ICA General Counsel Zak Muscovitch leads a panel of experts to explore what blockchain means for ICANN oversight.
Zak Muscovitch
General Counsel at Internet Commerce Association
Meet Our Speakers
Matt Wegrzyn
CEO & Founder
BODIS
Matt Wegrzyn
CEO & Founder
BODIS
Amanda Waltz
Co-Founder
Saw.com
Amanda Waltz
Co-Founder
Saw.com
Monte Cahn
President
RightOfTheDot
Monte Cahn
President
RightOfTheDot
Rick Schwartz
CEO
Domain King Inc
Rick Schwartz
CEO
Domain King Inc
Andrew Miller
President
Hilco Digital Assets, LLC
Andrew Miller
President
Hilco Digital Assets, LLC
Paul Nicks
President, Domain Registrars and Investors
GoDaddy
Paul Nicks
President, Domain Registrars and Investors
GoDaddy
Kate Buckley
CEO
Buckley Media
Kate Buckley
CEO
Buckley Media
David Warmuz
CEO
Above.com
David Warmuz
CEO
Above.com
Chris Zuiker
Head of Sales & Marketing
Media Options
Chris Zuiker
Head of Sales & Marketing
Media Options
Ajene Watson
Managing Director
Dot Hip Hop, LLC
Ajene Watson
Managing Director
Dot Hip Hop, LLC
Pinky Brand
Senior VP Marketing & Business Development
iQ Global AS
Pinky Brand
Senior VP Marketing & Business Development
iQ Global AS
Joe Styler
Product Manager
GoDaddy
Joe Styler
Product Manager
GoDaddy
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.
Panels
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.
Watch our NamesCon 2022 Trailer
Who You'll Meet At NamesCon Global
Governing bodies
Registries
Registrars
Service Providers
Brokers
IP lawyers & brand protection
Investors
Brands & Startups
Meet Our Partners
Title Partner
Diamond Partner
Platinum Partners
Gold Partners
Partners
Media Partners and Associations
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!
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.
NamesCon Digital Asset Auction
This high-speed, high-stakes domain and NFT auction is a focal point of NamesCon Global 2022! World champion auctioneer Wayne Wheat will keep the action moving at lightning speed, so don’t even think about blinking!
Find out more here, and get ready to go big!
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.
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
Late Summer Deal
$999 ex VAT & Fees
valid until September 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
Late Summer Deal
$1,499 ex VAT & Fees
valid until September 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
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$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