BrightonSEO

Overview

brightonSEO organizes search marketing conferences and training courses, holding events twice yearly in the UK and once in the US. It focuses on SEO, content, and digital marketing, providing talks and practical sessions for professionals. Established over 15 years ago, it has grown from a small pub gathering to a major industry event.

History

Founded around 2011 by Kelvin Newman, who gathered SEO professionals in a room above a pub in Brighton. The event expanded to larger venues as attendance grew, becoming one of the established SEO conferences. In 2023, it launched an edition in San Diego to expand to the US market.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

As an events and training organizer, brightonSEO does not manufacture physical products. Content and programs are developed in-house by the team in the UK, with events hosted at venues in Brighton and San Diego.

Notable Products

• brightonSEO Brighton Conference - Twice-yearly two-day conference with expert SEO and digital marketing talks in Brighton, UK.
• brightonSEO San Diego Conference - Annual US edition launched in 2023 featuring search marketing insights.
• Local SEO Training Course - Full-day hands-on course on Google Business Profile and local SEO tactics.
• In-Company Training Programs - Customized training delivered to companies over 15 years.

Reputation

brightonSEO is regarded as a key event for SEO and digital marketing professionals, valued for practical insights and community networking. Attendees appreciate the speaker quality and informal atmosphere stemming from its pub origins. It faces typical conference criticisms like high costs and occasional logistical issues with venues.