Present at 2027 U of I Web Con!
The conference will be held virtually on April 8-9, 2027.
The submission deadline is September 30, 2026.
You only need a presentation title, brief description, and bio for your submission.
If you need inspiration, view our 2026 Web Con schedule.
Whether you’re a web programmer, developer, designer, content manager, administrator, IT pro, social media manager or digital marketer, we encourage you to submit your proposal for a one-hour session (45-minute presentation/workshop + Q&A).
Presentations can range from high-tech to low-tech and address web and marketing topics, concepts, or projects. We ask that you indicate the level of skill as beginner, intermediate or advanced.
We also seek presentations that discuss diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, accessibility and allyship as they pertain to web and marketing.
You may present with two other presenters (three presenters total). If your session is accepted, all presenters receive free registration for the conference.
What’s Web Con?
In its 28th year, this virtual conference brings together web professionals from all corners of the online space. Our presentations are packed with the best tips and tidbits for navigating all things www and related workplaces.
Cost to attend
- Early Bird Registration until 3/20: $150
- U. of I., UIC, or UIS affiliations: $200
- Anyone outside the U. of I. System: $250
- Full-time students: $75
Mode
While the conference itself is fully online, we’re excited to host an in-person gathering where you can enjoy appetizers and a drink on us with one drink ticket included.
“Why drive the Prius when you can fly the Millenium Falcon?”
We love a good nerd out and know you do too. That’s why we figured this testimonial from last year’s Web Con would resonate. Connecting with your audience is everything.
We curate relevant content and conversations to help you resonate with your audience. Whether you’re into hyperspace or hypertext markup language, the www force will be with you at Web Con.
Who should attend Web Con?
Anyone! Web Con is open to the public, and professionals from all over the country attend and present. You don’t need to work in tech to learn cool stuff at Web Con.
Our presentations are for anyone working in the online space. Content creators, designers, developers, marketers, data analysts, and others will benefit. Learn from industry leaders, network with experts, and get schooled on latest digital trends.
You’ll leave with actionable insights and fresh perspectives to share with your teams.
Why is Web Con so rad?
Cool stuff you’ll learn:
- The importance of user experience design.
- How to follow guidelines that make digital experiences accessible and inclusive.
- What drives web traffic and grows customer bases.
With “the heart of tech” in mind, Web Con also addresses the humanity of our tech-heavy professions. Join us for discussions on critical topics like work/life balance, burnout, neurodiversity in the workplace, and more.
Become a Sponsor
Maximize your brand’s reach! As a valued sponsor of the Illinois Web Conference, you’ll connect with industry leaders, gain recognition, and support an influential event that drives innovation in the digital world.
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors
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