Name: The Philadelphia InfluencerCon
Start: 2026-04-20T15:30:00-0400
End: 2026-04-20T16:25:00-0400

Monday April 20, 2026 3:30pm - 4:25pm EDT

Think Bravo-Con energy meets high-level market strategy. In this dynamic 60-minute session, 10 of the region’s leading creators pull back the curtain on how today’s most impactful partnerships are built, managed, and protected. From maintaining narrative integrity to navigating high-speed viral moments, our panelists will share the "unfiltered" truth about working together in a fast-moving digital landscape. Expect candid behind-the-scenes stories of collaborations that went surprisingly right—and hilariously wrong. Whether you’re a heritage brand, a boutique destination, or a creator, you’ll walk away with a blueprint for turning "likes" into measurable impact while keeping the story authentic.

Speakers

Farah Vogel

Senior Manager of Social Content & Strategy, Visit Philadelphia

Farah Vogel, senior manager of social content and strategy, leads a team of specialists in creating and shooting content featuring Philadelphia’s diverse attractions, events and small businesses. She describes her job as an adventure where every day is different. Day to day, you’ll... Read More →

Alex Peay

@poppopbrucejohnson

Alex Peay is the creator of Pop Pop Bruce Johnson, a beloved social media figure known for his wisdom, humor, and heartfelt storytelling that bridges generations. With over 2 million followers across platforms, Pop Pop captivates audiences with his old-school grandparent mannerisms... Read More →

Cass Matthews

@cass_andthecity

Cass Matthews is a Philly content creator and host for the Philadelphia Flyers, known for bringing energy, personality, and authenticity to everything she does. Through her content, Cass shares her lifestyle centered around travel, local discoveries, wellness, and motherhood. Cass... Read More →

Camille Marie Mola

@milliephanatic

Camille Mola is a Philly-based marketer, content creator, and writer with a passion for showcasing the people, places, and culture that make Philly great. In her role as Content and Community Manager at The Judge Group, she develops content strategies that build engagement and community... Read More →

Emre Kara

@emrekara_e

Emre Kara is a Philadelphia-based lifestyle content creator and digital marketer, recognized as the 2024 Emerging Influencer of the Year by Philadelphia Magazine. Originally from Turkiye, he moved to the United States in late 2022, and Philadelphia quickly became his first true h... Read More →

Mike Schulte

@itsyaboymikeofficial

Mike is a NYC raised Philly based content creator who values authenticity and real experiences.

He shares engaging stories about food, travel, and family adventures, highlighting unique destinations, culinary finds, and memorable moments.

Through his content, Mike connects with audiences in a relatable, fun and inspiring way, encouraging them to explore, taste, and experience life fully... Read More →

Jackie Freiberg

@bon_nappetit

Jackie is the owner and founder of @bon_nappetit, a platform dedicated to highlighting food, restaurants, travel, events, and the city of Philadelphia. With more than 10 years in the social media industry working at media companies like Thrillist and Bucket Listers, she began her... Read More →

Kory Aversa

Content Creator & PR, @koryaversa

Kory Aversa is the Founder and CEO of Aversa PR & Events and one of Philadelphia’s leading publicists, content creators, photographers and freelancer journalists.

For more than a decade, he has grown Aversa PR into one of the region’s top PR firms, representing over 100 clie... Read More →

Kobina Asare Elliot Amissah, Jr.

@kobikobe

Kobi Amissah, the self-proclaimed “Minister of Enjoyment of Philadelphia,” is a West Philly–raised content creator and entrepreneur widely recognized for shaping how audiences experience the city’s culture, food, nightlife, fashion, and entertainment through authentic and... Read More →

Amanda Barr

@phillyfoodandbarrs

Amanda Marie Barr is content creator who was proudly born and raised in Northeast Philly. She started Philly Food and Barrs in March 2021 to showcase her love of her city and everything that makes Philadelphia the special place it is. From food and drinks, to the theatre scene, fun... Read More →

Ciara Strickland

@thenewmixx

Ciara Strickland is a content creator, marketing strategist, and Associate Director of Client Strategy at Later, where she helps brands turn creator partnerships into measurable business growth.

With a unique perspective as both a creator and strategist, Ciara bridges the gap betw... Read More →

Monday April 20, 2026 3:30pm - 4:25pm EDT
Grand Ballroom 480 N Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406, USA

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