THANK YOU FOR MAKING IT HAPPEN!
Thank you to our sponsors, partners, organizing committee, collaborators, and everyone who made SME Marketing Summit 2026 a success.
Thank you to our sponsors, partners, organizing committee, collaborators, and everyone who made SME Marketing Summit 2026 a success.
OCT. 22.26 / Coca-Cola Music Hall
Attend the SME Marketing Summit!
Today's business landscape is evolving faster than ever. Emerging technologies, changing consumer expectations, socio-economic challenges, and cultural shifts are transforming how organizations create value and drive sustainable growth.
Join us at this year's SME Marketing Summit: Business of Relevance, where marketing, business, and industry leaders will explore how organizations can stay relevant by adapting, innovating, and building meaningful connections with people in an ever-changing world.
Gain valuable insights from renowned local and international speakers, discover the latest trends shaping the future of business, connect with fellow professionals through exceptional networking opportunities, and explore new products and services from our exhibitors. You'll also celebrate the winners of the 2026 Excellence in Marketing Awards and recognize the 2026 Rising Stars of Marketing.
Because relevance is the new competitive advantage.
WHY ATTEND
Explore the ideas, strategies, and innovations helping organizations stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. Learn from industry leaders, gain practical insights, and build meaningful connections with professionals across multiple industries.
WHO ATTENDS
Organized by the Sales and Marketing Executives Association of Puerto Rico (SME), this event allows you to connect with more than 900 marketing, advertising, digital, public relations and media professionals, as well as business owners and entrepreneurs.
Relive the SME Marketing Summit 2026 Experience
Revisit the insights, connections, and defining moments of SME Marketing Summit 2026: The Business of Relevance. From inspiring speakers to meaningful conversations, this year’s Summit brought Puerto Rico’s marketing community together to explore the ideas and strategies shaping the future of business.
Watch the Recap and relive the moments that made this year’s Summit unforgettable.
LOOK WHO'S SPEAKING!
Bettina Garibaldi
Former Chief Marketing & Communications Officer,
Federico Stubbe Jr
CEO
PRISA Group
Dan Hoffend
Executive Vice President, Managed Venues
Legends Global
Elaine García
CMO
Cervecera de Puerto Rico
Daniel Pérez
Director, Strategic Partnerships
Distrito T-Mobile
Chantal Benet
Senior Economist
Inteligencia Económica
Hilda Rodríguez
CMO
Mauro González
Territory Sales Manager
Salesforce
Selymar Colon
Managing Director
Miguel Bethencourt
CMO
Windmar Home
Camelia Rojas
Founder & Instructor
Paola Brignoni
Founder & Instructor,
Valeria Gómez
Yoga Instructor &
Alexandra Ruíz
Founder & Principal
Propello
2026 Excellence in Marketing Awards
The Excellence in Marketing Awards recognize the most outstanding marketing campaigns, initiatives, and strategies developed in Puerto Rico. The awards celebrate the creativity, innovation, and impact of agencies, brands, organizations, media companies, public relations firms, event professionals, and in-house marketing teams.
Meet the 2026 Winners! Discover the campaigns, initiatives, and strategies recognized across this year’s award categories.
Rising Star of Marketing
2026
As part of Marketing Week, the Rising Stars of Marketing program celebrates emerging marketing leaders who are achieving outstanding results for their brands and organizations. Now in its fourth year, the initiative recognizes up to 10 young professionals across two categories: Brand/Distributor and Agency.
Honorees are recognized for their achievements, leadership, and teamwork, with up to five winners selected in each category.
Meet the 2026 Rising Stars of Marketing! Discover this year’s honorees and celebrate the next generation of marketing talent in Puerto Rico.
2026 Rising Stars of Marketing Winners
2026-27 Board of Directors
About SME Puerto Rico
The Sales & Marketing Executives Association of Puerto Rico (SME) is a non-profit organization that brings together a community of more than 600 Marketing, Advertising, Media and Sales professionals from major corporations and local business, as well as College Students. In our efforts to further their professional development, throughout the year, the Association offers educational events focused on global trends and innovation, promotes Networking and Business opportunities, gives prestigious awards and commissions various research studies. Our membership is an investment in your professional career, as well as an excellent opportunity to network and expand your business opportunities.
Become a member today and save on your event’s registration! Group discounts available.
Have a question or want to get involved?
Whether you're interested in Early Bird access, sponsorship opportunities, exhibiting at the Expo Center, or group discounts, we're here to help. Complete the form and our team will get in touch with you.
SPONSORSHIP & BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES
Expand your business opportunities by promoting your products & services at the Event. Consider that more than 50% of the audience are Marketers so create a memorable experience to stand out! At Coca-Cola Music Hall Expo spaces are extremely limited… reserve yours before they are all gone.
If you are looking for hassle free ideas check out the sponsorship proposal with new branding opportunities and corporate packages.
