join the most sought-after peer community within a community
best-in-class publishers, media agencies + tech companies enjoy a rare opportunity to interface +
collaborate with prominent, progressive brand advertisers + investment leaders shaping the future of media + marketing
- forge new relationships
- enhance + deepen existing relationships
- engage + onboard early adopters
- showcase your industry leadership
- be recognized as a valuable peer
- get client-side, off-the-record insights
two ways to partner
council membership: be part of the inner circle
help curate the content + community + share best practices
event sponsorship: get in front of prominent advertisers + decision makers
marketing, media, tech, data leaders + innovative companies driving competitive advantage

“Ascendant is uniquely positioned to convene thought leaders and create a space where attendees work through challenges together. The balance of thought leadership supported by roundtables and networking meant that attendees could comfortably participate in a wide range of formats.”
– Anna Sayre, The Trade Desk

“The value of the Digital Ascendant goes beyond your typical “contacts and content” — you become part of a likeminded community that fosters deeper connections and real relationships.”
– Justin Choi, Nativo

“If you want to be in the room where practitioners tackle the most intractable challenges in our industry, Ascendant is the right place.”
– Quentin George, McKinsey & Company

“Frankly, I was surprised by the level of engagement the entire time, even during dinner. You’ve developed a great community that made me feel welcome. I couldn’t say more about the value of membership, hosting and sponsoring.”
– Sarah Martinez, Tracer
annual council membership benefits
- access to 2 tentpole events (Spring + Fall) for one exec
- access to private council-only meetings; be part of the inner circle setting priorities + curating community
- hear from brand advertisers + investment leaders what matters most
- limited solutions provider seats deliver a harmonious 4-sided community balance
- access to mulit-community Ascendant Network mixers
- access to private Digital Ascendant Linkedin group
event sponsorship benefits
- access to one Digital Ascendant event for 1-4 company executives
- nominated partners: market leaders + innovative companies driving competitive advantage
- guest invites for key clients or prospects
- recognition as subject matter leader coupled with prominent branding
- only a handful of event-specific leadership + branding opportunities
- member endorsement, providing vetted value for event participants.
- event sponsorships start at $15,000 USD
annual solution provider council memberships start at $21,000 USD; dual council + sponsorship opps available