The State of Search - A Maturing Marketplace or Poised for More Growth? - March 25, 2009

Grand Ballroom (13:00 - 14:00)

The paid search marketplace has rocketed from virtually zero to more than $10 billion in the past decade, which begs the question: Is the search marketplace on the verge of maturing in North America or will advertising dollars continue to flow into search? As ROI and performance become increasingly important, will search gain a larger share of advertising revenues or is search generally or at least across some categories, becoming too expensive and competitive? Can search make an argument for value beyond pure performance and results? Will further insights and performance gains be realized as they relate to an overall SEM+SEO strategy for a brand or has the industry discovered most of the tricks? This panel takes a hard look at the current value proposition of search and what the future holds for the North American search marketplace.

Speakers

James runs a product marketing unit for Microsoft’s network advertising business, in par... more…

Jon Diorio has over 13 years of product management, sales and marketing experience in customer... more…

Steven is responsible for overseeing media planning and buying for Digitas NY. In addition, St... more…

One of the most recognized, and sought after personalities in search, Pruitt joined iCrossing ... more…

Kevin oversees corporate marketing, public relations, and creative services at more…