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Creators who’ve been there, done that—and are ready to show you how.
FEATURED SPEAKER
Pat Flynn is a father, husband, and entrepreneur who lives and works in San Diego, CA.
He owns several successful online businesses and is a professional keynote speaker, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and YouTuber with 1.6M subscribers and 350M+ views.
Pat also hosts the Smart Passive Income and AskPat podcasts, which have earned a combined total of over 80 million downloads, multiple awards, and features in publications such as The New York Times and Forbes.
He is also an advisor to ConvertKit, Circle, and several other companies in the digital marketing arena.
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WOULD YOU RATHER: 1 Million Subscribers or $1,000,000 Dollars? Defining Real Success
In this talk, Fin shares their 10-year journey from earning $100 on YouTube to building Tripped Travel Gear into a $10 million-per-year business. They’ll challenge attendees to rethink their focus: Is your goal more followers, or building a sustainable business? Through personal stories and actionable insights, she’ll show how to turn audience growth into tangible revenue, balance creativity with strategy, and create a meaningful, lasting legacy.
This session will inspire you to think bigger, work smarter, and transform your passions into true success—proving the numbers that matter most are the ones that build the life you want.
Allison “Fin” Diemer is one-half of the travel duo behind the popular YouTube channel Tim and Fin.
Since launching their channel in 2015, she has built a thriving community of over 250,000 subscribers, sharing stories of adventure, practical travel tips, and insights into the digital nomad lifestyle.
With a background in storytelling and a passion for creative problem-solving, Fin has been instrumental in turning their travel brand into a global phenomenon.
In addition to her work as a content creator, Fin co-founded Tripped Travel Gear, a multi-million-dollar e-commerce brand designed to meet the needs of savvy travelers. Her entrepreneurial mindset and dedication have helped scale the business to over $10 million in annual revenue.
Through her content and business ventures, Fin inspires others to dream big, work smarter, and build a life filled with freedom, exploration, and purpose.
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You Don’t Have to Be a Model to Make a Million on YouTube
In this talk, Mark will give insights on what it takes to develop a personal brand that will carryover on all platforms. Using his platform, the Wolters World travel YouTube channel, as a case study, Mark will chronicle its trek to 1 million subscribers and the skills and experiences that helped him shine through the competition. You’ll walk away envisioning a path for your own growth and with strategies for building your own personal brand that will help you super charge your travel reach.
Meet Mark
Multi-award-winning PhD professor of marketing, the OG of YouTube travel content and self-confessed hodophile, Mark Wolters shares his worldly experiences with millions of loyal Wolters World followers every month.
With his mischievous sense of fun and bold truths, Mark has made it his mission to share wholesome, honest travel and cultural advice with all who need to hear it.
Mark’s witticism has led him to create over 2,000 compelling YouTube episodes since 2009.
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How to Earn $100K in a Week With a Course Launch
If you are looking to launch a course or earn more on your next launch, this session will teach you how to structure your offer, prepare for launch, and set up the necessary tech platforms that Geobreeze Travel used to earn $100k in one week.
Julia Menez is a points and miles consultant, podcast host, and content creator. Through her Instagram and YouTube channels, she prepares step-by-step tutorials for how to maximize your points and miles and travel in luxury for next to no cost.
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Engage & Grow: Building a Thriving Travel Community
In the ever-evolving world of travel content creation, transforming a passive audience into a passionate, engaged community is key to growing your brand.
This session will explore alternative traffic sources and innovative strategies for growing and engaging your audience.
Discover how to harness the power of AI, automation,and innovative tech tools to foster a vibrant community and expand your reach.
This session offers actionable insights to elevate your travel brand’s impact, whether you’re looking to deepen connections with your current community or attract new people to it.
Joy and Hugh, the dynamic duo behind Afrostylicity, has turned their passion for exploration into a way of life and a source of livelihood. Afrostylicity not only inspires travel but also celebrates diversity and encourages diversity. With a keen eye for hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path experiences, this power couple has become a go-to resource for both seasoned travelers and aspiring globetrotters.
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YouTube AMA Panel
Join us for an exclusive AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with a panel of established travel YouTubers! Whether you’re curious about growing your own channel, behind-the-scenes secrets, or tips for making the most of your long-form content, this session is your chance to practical tips straight from the pros.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to submit questions in advance, so you can get answers to what matters most to you. Plus, hear their personal stories of how they turned their passion for travel into a thriving career and learn from their successes (and failures!).
Chris Raney, creator of Yellow Productions, got started making online travel videos in 2004 to share with his family and friends, but shortly thereafter took his videos to YouTube in 2008.
Since then, Chris spends hours every week researching & shooting informative videos to allow curious travelers to make informed decisions about where to go, where to stay, what to eat and what to do in a destination.
His ability to be as detailed and informative as possible, along with his passion for traveling in Asia, has his audience referring to him as the “Rick Steves of Asia.”
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Growing Pains: How We Built Our Audience from Zero to 100K
Join Matt and Natalie as they deep dive into how they grew their audience from zero to more than 100,000.
They will be discussing specific audience-building strategies, including insights on growing engagement through community-building, leveraging data, and why quality connections trump large numbers.
In addition, they’ll share some of the challenges faced, lessons learned from mistakes, trial-and-error, and key growth moments.
Meet Matt and Nat, the dynamic duo behind Adventures of Matt and Nat! Their work has been featured on ABC, NBC, Good Morning America, and Buzzfeed.
In 2021, they visited all 50 US states as part-time travelers with non-remote jobs, now they’re on a journey to see the “1,000 Places to See Before You Die” based on the NY Times Best Seller.
Whether uncovering hidden gems, savoring local eats, or offering insider tips, Matt and Nat inspire fellow travelers to step off the beaten path and embrace unique experiences.
Their website offers detailed travel guides, while their YouTube channel brings destinations to life through vibrant vlogs, and their Instagram showcases stunning photography and real-time travel stories.
If you’re looking for authentic adventures, travel tips, and a dash of wanderlust, Matt and Nat are the ultimate guides for your next getaway!
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Podcasting AMA Panel
Curious about taking your show to the next level? Don’t miss this exclusive AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with well-established podcasters in the travel space! Whether you’re looking for tips on growing your audience or making your podcast stand out, this is your chance to ask the experts directly.
Attendees will have the chance to submit questions in advance, ensuring you get the insights that matter most to you. Learn about their personal podcasting journeys, how they approach content creation, and how they’ve turned their passion into a successful project.
Danielle Desir of The Thought Card shares practical travel and money tips to help others achieve their financial goals and travel dreams. Her destination guides focus on food, drink, and uncovering lesser-known history and culture, inspiring meaningful and unforgettable experiences.
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EVENT HOST
Katherine Fan is a personal finance expert, journalist, and public speaker. She began her career in tech sales before transitioning to journalism in 2015.
Katherine currently serves as Personal Finance Insider’s correspondent for credit card coverage.
Before joining Business Insider as Senior Editor of Credit Cards, Katherine covered aviation, award travel, loyalty programs, and credit cards as a senior reporter for The Points Guy, and small business finances as a lead writer for Nerdwallet.
Katherine has also freelanced for CNN Underscored, Forbes Advisor, Wall Street Journal Buy Side, Bankrate, CreditCards.com, the Dallas Morning News, LendingTree, Upgraded Points, Fortune Recommends, Newsweek, and Slickdeals Money. Her work has been syndicated by Nasdaq, MSN and Yahoo.
Her articles, guides, and reviews span multiple beats including credit card benefits and rewards, small business finances, points and miles travel, loyalty programs, and real estate investing.
Katherine has been a speaker at TravelCon, and has been featured on multiple podcasts including NPR Life Kit, Expedia’s Out Travel the System, and The Points Guy’s Miles Away.
In her spare time, Katherine moonlights as a photojournalist covering Formula 1, Austin City Limits, and SXSW for the Austin American-Statesman and other media outlets. When she’s not jetsetting around the world, you’ll likely find her in Austin cooking up a batch of spicy Chinese food.
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How TravelCon Helps You Grow & Connect
Build a Better Creator Business
Big ideas. Real strategies. Zero fluff.
You don’t need more generic advice—you need real insights from creators who’ve built thriving businesses. TravelCon delivers:
- Community Sessions – Big ideas, all in one room.
- Breakout Sessions – Deep dives into what actually works.
- Ask Me Anything – Pick the brains of pro creators.
- Roundtables – Real talk with people who get it.
Walk away with insights to craft compelling content, expand your audience, and diversify your income to build a sustainable business.
Land Brand Deals & Partnerships
Bypass the cold emails and endless follow-ups.
Want to work with travel brands and boards? TravelCon makes it easy:
Expo Hall –Meet brands, travel boards, and creator service providers offering exclusive deals and partnerships—face-to-face, no middleman.
1:1 Meetings –Schedule up to 12 private, 15-minute meetings with brands actively seeking creators like you. It’s a two-way street—brands can request to meet you too!
Smaller audience? No problem. Brands want engaged, niche creators, not just big numbers. Micro-influencers are often exactly what they’re looking for!
Find Your People, Build Your Network
Community over competition.
TravelCon is where creators connect, collaborate, and grow together. With a schedule designed for meaningful connection, you’ll meet like-minded peers who understand the creator grind.
Meetups & Roundtables – Connect with creators in your niche or platform
Dinner Clubs – Small-group dinners at top restaurants around Tucson
Networking Lunch [All Access Only] – Meet speakers & brands
Hallway Chats & Elevator Intros – The best convos happen when you least expect them
The connections you make coule last beyond the event—and could change your business.
These sponsors & more were at travelcon 2025
March 14-16, 2025 • TUCSON CONVENTION CENTER
