Davey and I just returned from Showit’s Spark Conference, a three-day event for brand and website designers.
We both had the privilege of speaking at this conference. But more importantly, we had the privilege of learning. Surrounded by the best creatives in the industry, it is impossible not to learn.
With keynote presentations, breakout sessions, networking parties, and more, each moment was filled with opportunities to connect, grow, and be inspired.
We are exhausted in the best way possible, and we are fuelled for success.
The best designs happen when creativity is paired with community.
This is exactly why I am excited to see you at Showit’s Spark Conference next year! Still not convinced?
Here are five reasons to attend Spark 2025.
1. Community
If you’re anything like us, you probably live in a place where most people don’t quite understand what you do. Even if you’ve found a community of creative friends, chances are they still don’t quite understand your love of font pairings or your excitement about Pantone’s yearly color announcement.
Case in point:
Being a designer can get lonely. It’s easy to think it’s just you, your laptop, and a cold cup of coffee.
Enter Showit’s Spark 2025.
Friendships happen fast at Showit conferences. Chances are that even if you arrive without knowing a soul, you’ll leave with some new designer friends.
This isn’t the kind of conference where people come with a stack of business cards ready to network. It goes much deeper.
We’ve met some of our closest friends through this conference. Genuine, authentic friendships.
We’ve also gotten to meet some of the most inspiring presenters. Spark isn’t the kind of conference where speakers arrive for their talk and then leave for a private suite away from everyone else.
Spark speakers mingle right along with the attendees. Showit fosters a dynamic of humility and hospitality, creating the perfect environment for a real community.
Skip the handshakes. At Showit, we go right in for a hug.
2. Getting to know the Showit Team
Not only do you get to make amazing friendships at Spark, but you also get to meet the Showit support pros. As a designer, having a quality support team can make all the difference in how smoothly your projects run.
It’s no secret we love the Showit staff. We even wrote a blog post about it: 8 Reasons Why Showit is our Favorite Website Platform.
At Spark, you finally get to put a name to the support team you email and chat with regularly.
It’s an incredible opportunity to ask real-time questions and get tips for your designs and see behind-the-scenes.
3. Inspiration
You will leave Showit’s Spark conference filled with inspiration.
The conference is three days of insights and strategy that you can immediately put into practice. You get to choose from over thirty different sessions hosted by leading experts in the brand and website design industry.
With inspirational keynotes and hands-on breakout sessions, you will have many ideas to pull from when you return to your creative space. This conference pushes you to think outside the box and look at your design process with a fresh perspective.
I’ve been attending Spark since 2016 and still walk away from the conference with multiple pages of ideas every time.
The conference price varies depending on when you purchase your ticket. But even if it helps you book one more client, it will be worth it.
The best business owners understand there is always more to learn. Showit’s Spark conference is a goldmine of inspiration and brilliant ideas.
4. Encouragement
Running a business is hard.
There have been times when I considered returning to my 9 to 5 job, to relieve the stress and pressure I felt.
It is commonly understood that 45-50% of small businesses fail within the first five years.
We wear a lot of hats.
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Conferences like Spark are a push to keep going. It’s a reminder that the hard work is worth it and the goal is attainable.
You’ll see others in the thick of their businesses, too, learning and growing–people doing exactly what you do. You will also meet designers who have reached their goals, who have found success, and now want to help you do the same.
Related: 18 Modern Creatives We Admire
As a business owner, you need moments of encouragement and rest. Otherwise, you’ll burn out.
5. New Resources to Streamline Your Business
At Spark, you’ll learn about the top resources and tools in the design industry.
You’ll discover new systems from speakers and conference sponsors to streamline your workflow. This alone is worth attending the conference!
Remember: If a tool can save you five hours a week, it’s probably worth a $29 investment.
Related: Our Favorite Tools for Designers
But it’s more than just a list of tools. This is your chance to meet the brilliant minds behind these tools, ask questions, and talk to real users. It’s an invaluable opportunity.
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Wrap Up
The best designs happen when creativity is paired with community.
Not competition or sheer brilliance…
Community.
Showit’s three-day conference for brand and website designers is incredible. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow creatives, grow, and be inspired.
There’s a reason Davey and I have been attending Spark since 2016.
Don’t hesitate. Get your 2025 Spark Ticket and come join us next year!
We want to see you there!
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