Content Entrepreneur Expo 2025 (CEX)
Content Entrepreneur Expo 2025 (CEX) returns as the definitive event for content creators serious about building sustainable businesses. August 24 to 26, 2025 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, this three day gathering brings together authors, bloggers, podcasters, newsletter writers, speakers, coaches, consultants, freelancers, and YouTubers for an immersive experience focused on audience building and revenue generation.
Event Overview
CEX stands apart as the premier learning and networking event specifically designed for content entrepreneurs seeking to build profitable, independent businesses. The comprehensive program addresses the unique challenges faced by today’s creators, with particular emphasis on building revenue streams that don’t rely on Big Tech platforms, leveraging AI effectively, and accelerating growth through strategic partnerships.
The three day format begins with optional pre event workshops on Sunday, followed by two full days of keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. This structure allows participants to customize their experience based on specific business needs and learning objectives while providing ample time for meaningful connections with fellow content entrepreneurs.
Program Highlights
The carefully curated agenda follows three distinct tracks: Audience, Operations, and Revenue. Sessions within these tracks cover essential topics including email marketing optimization, podcast growth strategies, AI powered content creation, legal considerations for creators, pricing strategies, book publishing approaches, and systems development for sustainable operations.
Featured presentations include “Finding Your FU Position” by Joe Pulizzi, “Reverse Engineering The Most Successful Creator Businesses in the World” by Chenell Basilio, and “A Framework for Human Powered Excellence in an AI” by Mark Schaefer. These thought leaders and others share practical insights based on real world experience rather than theoretical concepts.
Beyond structured sessions, CEX excels in creating valuable networking opportunities, including an opening reception on Sunday evening, scheduled networking breaks throughout each day, and special evening entertainment. These gatherings facilitate connections that often evolve into collaborative partnerships, mentorships, and business opportunities.
Workshop Experience
For those seeking deeper learning, optional pre event workshops provide hands on instruction in three critical areas: AI Powered Content Creation, Marketing Your Content, and Book Publishing. These three hour intensive sessions offer practical skills development led by recognized experts in each field.
Throughout the main conference, the interactive learning approach continues with intensive sessions focused on specific tactics and strategies. These concentrated learning opportunities deliver actionable takeaways that participants can implement immediately to improve their content businesses.
Speakers Include:
- Joe Pulizzi, Founder, Content Marketing Institute
- Julia Levine, The Podcast Teacher
- Rayna Rokicki, Podcast Growth Coach and Host of Podcast Growth Club
- Chenell Basilio, Founder of Growth In Reverse
- J. Rita McNeil Danish, Esq, CEO, Signal Ohio
- Ginna Tassanelli, Professional Coach and Author
- Jeff Sieh, Host of Social Media News Live
- Lou Mongello, Author, Founder, and host of WDW Radio
- Paul Gowder, Owner and founder of PowWows.com
- Jeff Gargas, COO and co founder of the Teach Better Team
- Jay Clouse, Creator Entrepreneur
- Andy Crestodina, Co founder, Orbit Media
- Mark Schaefer, Author and Marketing Consultant
- Robert Rose, Content Marketing Strategist
Content Entrepreneur Expo 2025 represents an essential investment for content creators committed to building sustainable, profitable businesses. The combination of expert instruction, peer learning opportunities, and structured networking creates an unparalleled environment for accelerating growth and establishing the connections needed to thrive as an independent content entrepreneur.