#1 Domain Conference in the World
January 29th - February 1st, 2020 in Austin, TX
1000+
Participants
600+
Investors
70+
Nationalities
30+
Expert Sessions
4
Days
1
Auction
NamesCon Connects the Domain Name Ecosystem
NamesCon strives to bring you rich and actionable insights into the complex domain market, so you can find and act upon new opportunities. NamesCon Global is our flagship event, bringing together the people who build and grow the domain-name industry. This is the place to build the strong relationships and strategic partnerships that drive this person-to-person business.
The future of the domain industry lies in mainstream adoption of domain names as versatile assets whose value is easily understood. NamesCon is establishing the Domain Economic Forum, leveraging synergy and transparency to help the domain industry evolve into the economic powerhouse it can become.
Join us in Austin and engage with the forces that shape the domain-name economy—from governing and managing bodies to channels and service providers; from strategic investors to the end customer.
Keynotes
Insights and inspiration from industry heavyweights and global thought leaders.
Panel
Deep discussions on pressing topics in the industry with a diverse group of experts.
Workshops
Interactive session with actionable outcomes
Meetings
Genuine face-time: form your next strategic partnership, or close that big deal.
Social
Networking as it's meant to be: bond with your peers at parties and activities.
Auction
Add once-in-a-lifetime names to your portfolio in a single evening.
Who You'll Meet At NamesCon
Governing bodies
Registries
Registrars
Service Providers
Brokers
IP lawyers & brand protection
Investors
Brands & Startups
Two Venus One Location
Coming to Austin we found a new home in Downtown at two great venues that share the same location. Capital Factory and the OMNI Austin Hotel Downtown. This unique set-up allows us the same convenience as a Hotel convention with the driving energy of a start-up engine.
OMNI Hotel Downtown
Stay in style deep in the heart of Austin at the OMNI Hotels & Resorts. Discover sophisticated luxury at their downtown Austin hotel.
Sharing the building with the Capital Factory, we found a new home for everybody traveling to NamesCon. Right next to the convention and session area without the smoke and fluorescent lights of the slot machines.
Book your hotel room now for the special rate we secured for NamesCon attendees that is unbeatable for Austin. Room Block is limited and quickly gone.
Capital Factory
The Capital Factory is the epicenter of entrepreneurship in Texas and the most active investor in Texas since 2013.
We will take over the downtown Austin location of the Capital Factory for our NamesCon Event. Exhibition area, Keynote sessions, breakout stage, and workshops; as well as our meeting and lounge areas are all under the same roof.
Join us for NamesCon in a bright and modern set-up where you can see the sun without the need to go smoking. Get your Ticket for NamesCon now.
Omni Hotel Downtown
NamesCon is taking over the Omni Hotel’s downtown Austin location to make a splash in our first year here! Our exhibition area, breakout sessions, and workshops—as well as our meeting and lounge areas—will take place in this chic space. Our keynotes, partner workshops, and the live domain auction will take place at the Omni, with other key events within a few minutes’ walk to allow for a seamless agenda while still giving you a taste of the city.
Rock Austin in style—stay at the Omni Hotel in the heart of the city! Discover sophisticated luxury with understated class at this urban oasis: we’re trading the smoke and harsh lighting of Las Vegas for a rooftop pool and wide-open skies. Sounds good, right? Book your hotel room now for the special rate we secured for NamesCon attendees—it’s unbeatable for Austin! Our room block is limited, and will definitely sell out.
Join us in Austin
Creativity Unleashed
Austin is an artistic and musical city, which makes it perfect for sparking creative thought (and just rocking out).
Keeping it Hot
Austin is famous for its barbecue, even in Texas! Actually, whatever your tastes, Austin’s cuisine will leave you feeling satisfied.
The Highest Tech
Some of the brightest minds in the world seek out Austin’s culture of disruption to build and grow the internet’s most innovative companies. See how the domain industry meshes with the larger tech community.
Domain Auction
You won’t want to miss our live Domain Auction on Thursday, January 30, from 5:30-9pm Central Time in Austin, Texas. A cornerstone of NamesCon, this is where you put your heart, nerve, and industry knowledge on the line for some seriously high stakes. Last year’s domain auction was the biggest in NamesCon history, with OL.COM selling for $900,000 on the floor. That evening, LEADS.COM sold for $435,000. It wasn’t just a night for high-dollar names: several four-letter .COMs sold for under $800 to eagle-eyed investors.
Everything you know about the domain industry comes into play when you bid for a name, as you test your nerves against your peers in the room as well as investors around the world on the internet.
Our friends at RightOfTheDot are bringing this live auction to the industry for the fifth year, this time on an updated platform provided by our partners at GoDaddy. You must get verified to bid on items over $2500, so start here—hit the button below to register as a bidder.
Register for NamesCon Global 2020
Event Pass prices range from early-bird rates of $699 to a final door price of $999. These Event Passes unlock admission to all sessions and keynotes, networking events, the domain auction, and attendee-only parties.
Event Pass: Phase 2
$999 $699
Our Event Pass gives you access to all sessions, keynotes, and networking events, as well as the domain auction and attendee-only parties (except those that are RSVP-only), which include catering and bar offerings.
Each attendee must be registered with a unique email address and name/company entered as you would like them to appear on your name badge.
Agenda At A Glance
NamesCon Global 2020 will introduce a suite of sessions, panels, and workshops that guide conversations and partnerships toward a more knowledgeable and empowered domain industry. Get deeper-than-ever insights into today’s market, today’s secondary market, and tomorrow’s market. The social calendar will be equally action-packed!
Wednesday
January 29
Conference
Pro and Newcomer tracks will get all participants up to speed to make the most of the sessions and workshops to come.
Social
To wrap up the day, gather for the Opening Reception—meet your old and new friends and get ready for the upcoming few days of learning and networking.
Thursday
January 30
Conference
The Domain Economic Forum kicks off with sessions around transparency. Other sessions include valuation, monetization, and branding. All day you can visit the Exhibition Area and meet our wide range of presenting partners.
Auction
Add meaningful value to your portfolio in a single evening at NamesCon Live Domain Auction.
Friday
January 31
Conference
The action continues with a focus on the secondary market, security, and registry dynamics, as well as the presentation of the Domain Economic Forum transparency petition.
Social
Friday Evening will be open: Hit the town with your friends and colleagues, or join one of our partner for some surprise side-events.
Saturday
February 1
Fun Day
Today is all about networking and having fun! Enjoy a day out of the office that only Austin can deliver, complete with food, drinks, and good times. Leave the laptop behind, but bring a camera!
Featured Partners
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