The Ecommerce Anti-Conference combines industry leaders, ecommerce specialists and more in Santa Monica

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Historic Santa Monica landmark, The Victorian[/caption]Just a few short weeks ago, Hawke Media transformed The Victorian in Santa Monica into a dazzling circus for our second annual Hawkefest. As Los Angeles’ premier ecommerce “anti-conference,” Hawkefest brought together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, executives and tastemakers under one roof... or should we say big top? In addition to the interactive panels, keynote presentations, fireside chats, and collaborative workshops; Hawkefest also had circus performers, jugglers and live music to liven up the joint. It was truly a one-of-a-kind event and we wanted to share a little of the magic with you. If you missed the event this year, here’s a taste of what you missed. And if you did attend, let us take you back to that day filled with learning, collaboration and fun!

Welcome to the Circus

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Hawke Media's second annual Hawkefest event[/caption][caption id="attachment_12889" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Under the Big Top[/caption]On Thursday, October 4, 2018, we held our second annual ecommerce anti-conference: Hawkefest. Leaders in the industry discussed their insights on marketing, operations, brand building, and company growth.[caption id="attachment_12891" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Ted Winterer, Mayor of Santa Monica[/caption]The event started off with Ted Winterer, Mayor of Santa Monica, declaring the first week of October officially Ecommerce Week! Afterward, our amazing roster of speakers hosted panels, keynotes and workshops; focusing on themes such as “Building a Tribe,” “Cannabis Marketing,” and “Understanding the Chinese Consumer.” Our roster of talented speakers included John Hall of Influence & Co., Jake Kassan of MVMT, Trina Spear of FIGS and Los Angeles Clipper-turned-entrepreneur Baron Davis.Scroll down to see a highlight of speakers, pop-ups, and panels from the all-day event.[caption id="attachment_12892" align="alignleft" width="425"]

John Hall, Co-Founder of Influence & Co. explaining the importance of establishing trust with your customers[/caption][caption id="attachment_12893" align="alignright" width="425"]

Our very own popcorn machine for guests![/caption][caption id="attachment_12894" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Jeeyan Rostam, Director of Media Buying, with attendees during an Expert Pow-Wow session[/caption][caption id="attachment_12895" align="alignleft" width="425"]

Mix and mingle at Hawkefest![/caption][caption id="attachment_12896" align="alignright" width="425"]

Hawkefest gift bag totes for all our guests and speakers[/caption][caption id="attachment_12897" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Building a Tribe Panel with Courtney Simons, Director of Brand at MeUndies; Bridget Russo, CMO of Modern Meadow; Jake Kassan, CEO & Co-Founder of MVMT; Erik Huberman, CEO of Hawke Media[/caption][caption id="attachment_12899" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Cannabis Marketing Panel with Sari Gabbay, Founder of Cannabliss; Anna Cravitz, Founder of Olive Kind Agency; Melissa Wynne-Jones, Producer of Redefining Cannabis; Len May, CEO and Co-Founder of EndoCanna Health; and Courtney Aura Freeman, CEO of White Buffalo Cannabis[/caption][caption id="attachment_12900" align="alignleft" width="425"]

Enter...if you dare![/caption][caption id="attachment_12901" align="alignright" width="425"]

The Secret Room, where a fortune teller awaited to tell guests their future[/caption][caption id="attachment_12902" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Founder & CEO of Hawke Media, Erik Huberman, interviews Baron Davis, former NBA player and CEO & Founder of Baron Davis Enterprises[/caption][caption id="attachment_12904" align="alignright" width="454"]

Strangers on a Train wrapped up the show with a spirited live performance.[/caption][caption id="attachment_12898" align="alignleft" width="402"]

MyIntent.org creating bracelets with a meaningful word chosen by the guest[/caption][caption id="attachment_12905" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

All made possible by Karolina Swietoniowska, Hawke Media’s Experiential Producer![/caption]

That's a Wrap!

This year's event was incredible and we want to give the biggest thank you to all of our attendees, sponsors, speakers and performers. We're already looking forward to going bigger and better next year! Hope to see you there![caption id="attachment_12906" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

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