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About Visual 1st

Visual 1st is the premier executive conference dedicated to promoting innovation and partnerships within the global photo and video industry.

Now in its 14th year, the annual 1.5-day conference brings together a diverse community of executives and entrepreneur — including leaders from photo and video app and software developers, camera and hardware manufacturers, photo print providers, social media platforms, and stock media companies.

Co-chaired by Hans Hartman and Alexis Gerard , the event attracts a highly international audience, with approximately 30% of attendees traveling from overseas.

Check out the initial presenters on our Program Page.

When?

Tuesday Sept. 29:

Pre-conference The Dead Pixels Society Meetup: 9:30 - 11:30 am
Pre-conference Women in Imaging networking luncheon: 11:30 am - 1:15 pm
Registration and coffee: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Program: 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Networking reception: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Wednesday Sept. 30:

Pastry breakfast: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Program: 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Until Next Year reception: 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Where?

Visual 1st 2026 will be held at the state-of-the-art headquarters of public radio & TV station KQED, at 2601 Mariposa Street located in San Francisco’s Mission District.

This year’s themes?

Innovating to empower …

Visuals for Memory

Preserving the present and reimagining the past with next-gen tech

Visuals for Commerce

Turning visuals into revenue engines

Visuals for Connection

Transforming shared media into social glue

Who’ll be there?

Visual 1st first typically attracts 175-200 attendees.

23% of last year’s attendees came from overseas, 77% from North America.
80 % were at Director level or higher.
Check out last year’s list of companies in attendance.

Early Bird tickets: $100 off

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What if you won't be able to attend?

All sales are final, but we understand – sometimes schedules change. You may transfer your ticket to someone else or receive credit for our 2027 conference. In either case, please contact us at contact@suite48A.com to receive approval.