LavaCon Conference on Content Strategy and Technical Documentation Management
A familiar venue, an impressive roster, and a discount that will save you 💰 on registration
The annual LavaCon conference, held in Portland, Oregon, from October 27-30, 2024, features an impressive agenda jam-packed with outstanding presenters covering hot topics, new trends, and innovative technologies of interest to content strategy, content development, and technical communication pros.
Can’t make it to Portland? No, problem.
LavaCon has you covered with its Virtual Experience — a live stream of select presentations and access to a library of on-demand recordings of most other sessions for later playback.
Conference Discount: Save 10% off the cost of conference registration using discount code TCW at checkout.
This year's lineup features industry experts such as Val Swisher, CEO of Content Rules, who will present "Why Good Enough Content Is No Longer Good Enough," and Rahel Anne Bailie, a pioneer in content strategy, discussing the future of content operations. Melanie Davis from Reltio will share insights on integrating AI into technical documentation, and Carlos Evia from Virginia Tech will participate on a panel led by Scott Abel, The Content Wrangler, covering the latest advancements in content operations at scale.
Fawn Damitio from Meta and Peggy Sanchez of HPE will present "Metamorphosis: Empowering Our Craft's Evolution in the Dawn of GenAI’s Era," exploring how generative AI is transforming content strategies. Stefan Gentz of Adobe and Kevin White of Workday will discuss "Modernizing Content Strategy: Workday’s Agile Transformation," focusing on agile practices in content management. Meanwhile, Noz Urbina of Urbina Consulting will present "Truth Collapse: The AI Meta-Crisis" will address the complex ethical and practical challenges posed by artificial intelligence in content creation and delivery.
View the complete roster of presenters
It’s more than a learning experience — it’s fun, too!
In addition to the educational sessions, LavaCon offers unique networking and social activities. Attendees can relax with therapy dogs during lunch, join a storytelling night at Kelly’s Olympian, and participate in a karaoke night, complete with a Chinese Dragon Parade​.
Attendees will also enjoy networking opportunities, interactive workshops, and a chance to explore Portland’s vibrant city life. Special activities include a welcome reception and optional city tours to help connect with peers while experiencing the local culture.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and take your content strategy to the next level in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
Conference Discount: Save 10% off the cost of conference registration using discount code TCW at checkout.