Early-bird registration extended! Save the most by Nov. 18

Early-bird registration prices for both in-person and virtual tickets for the 2023 Government Social Media Conference are extended through Friday, November 18, 2022! 

We can’t wait to meet with government social media professionals at the largest social media conference for government agencies, both in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada as well as those joining the virtual livestream during this special hybrid event May 2-4, 2023. Speakers will be announced before early-bird registration ends, and you can download our one-page event summary to help with your training/travel approvals. Save the most by reserving your spot before extended early-bird registration ends! Here’s how.

What is GSMCON?

GSMCON is the largest social media conference for government, where attendees from across the U.S. and around the world can expect a unique experience not found anywhere else. It’s the best training opportunity for public sector employees to learn how to leverage social media while keeping public trust and avoiding embarrassing social media fails. Almost every government project involves a communication component, and GSMCON attendees are at an advantage because they walk away with valuable techniques for public outreach and engagement via social media.     

What is the attendee experience like?

All attendees can expect a 2.5-day event filled with training to elevate your role, confidently communicate and become the best government social media professional. What makes GSMCON so unique is that attendees can cater their experience to exactly what they need! 

With 25 concurrent breakout sessions, 4 general sessions and 12 speed sessions, attendees will find a wide range of topics to help you grow as a government social media professional. Plus, we offer additional upgrades like the add-on, pre-conference workshops, All Access only sessions and VIP Ticket experience to truly make your time at GSMCON unique. Speakers and the initial sessions will be announced before Early-Bird registration ends!

But, it’s not only the information you’ll gain — you’ll become part of the GSMCON camaraderie that lasts long after our few days together. Genuinely connect with your support system of peers at the Welcome Reception, during sessions, keynotes, at the expo area and even during after hours. Celebrate wins, discuss challenges together and get to know the people who know your position best — your socialgov community. 

What ticket or upgrades should I get?

We offer a variety of ticket types to best accommodate government social media professionals, all at discounted prices for a limited time! All tickets get on-demand access to regular sessions and speaker materials for 90 days after the event.

General Admission Ticket

This base ticket gets you access to all keynote and breakout sessions with perks like meeting people face-to-face at the Welcome Reception at the Lex Nightclub on Monday, May 1, learning more about government-related products in the expo area and connecting directly with speakers and other attendees. Enjoy 3 continental breakfasts and 2 lunches with your ticket, and spend after-hours exploring the Reno-Tahoe area with old friends and new acquaintances. 

All Access Ticket

Everything in the General Admission Ticket, PLUS admission to three All Access only sessions. In these three special sessions — a Live Review, PowerTalk and WWYD scenario — you’ll work through top government social media challenges in fun, interactive sessions led by industry experts. These sessions are not recorded, so join live and in person for the full experience!

*New for 2023!* VIP Ticket

If you’re looking for the most upgraded experience possible, we’re rolling out the red carpet for an exclusive VIP ticket experience where attendees will get:

• Access to every pre-conference workshop on Monday, May 1
• Admission to All Access sessions during the conference
• Exclusive VIP networking activity & meal the evening of Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
• Private VIP device charging station access in our expo
• Bonus swag to commemorate your experience
• Attendee badge upgrade

Add-on, pre-conference Workshops
These 2-hour, add-on, pre-conference workshops on Monday, May 1, 2023, are only held in-person where participants can expect in-depth sessions with small group activities. Every person who completes any workshop will receive a digital certificate of completion!

• Government Social Media 101 -  Best choice if you’re a new socialgov or want to learn the basics, completely revamped for 2023!
• Instagram 201: Beyond Chasing Trends and Posting Photos (Eva Kirschbaum with the Town of Gilbert and Frances La Rue with the City of Anna, Texas)
• Creating Effective Social Media Reports Your Boss Loves & Understands (Sabrina Merritt, October Social Media)

Virtual Ticket

If your agency won’t allow travel or participating online is better for you, you have options for a virtual experience, too! Online participants will be able to watch most sessions in real-time, meaning you’ll be right there with speakers and other attendees as sessions are happening. You’ll connect with other virtual and All Access in-person attendees in our online event website and participate in speaker Q&As.

Register today!

Extended Early-Bird discount ends Friday, November 18, and afterwards, ticket prices for in-person tickets increase by $100 and virtual tickets increase by $50!

At GSMCON, the largest social media conference for government agencies, attendees will meet either in-person in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada or virtually from wherever you are, May 2-4, 2023. You can expect an experience not found anywhere else where you’ll…

• Genuinely connect with your socialgov community, social media network reps, and vendors
• Hear from industry expert speakers in over 30 sessions (speakers will be announced in mid-November)
• Get the best learning for this niche field. 
• And so much more!

We can’t wait to see you at GSMCON2023!

Best communicate with the public you serve and get connected with fellow socialgovs by registering for the 2023 Government Social Media Conference happening in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada! Join our free network for bi-weekly Government Social Media Chats or professional association for member-only webinars. Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates on training, events and more.

We support the largest network of government social media professionals in the U.S. by guiding government agencies through complex social media issues. Government Social Media helps you successfully communicate with the public you serve, protect your agency and keep public trust while finding your support community.