San Francisco
Hosted by Profound
Zero Click SF is the premier in-person conference for AI search professionals, bringing together industry leaders, practitioners, and innovators to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of generative engine optimization (GEO) and answer engine optimization (AEO). Taking place in San Francisco on April 8, 2026, this exclusive gathering offers unparalleled insights into how AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity are reshaping digital discovery. Why Attend Zero Click SF? The event delivers three core value streams designed for marketers, technologists, and search strategists navigating the zero-click search revolution. First, you'll hear directly from the people building AI search platforms, including speakers from OpenAI, Stripe, Figma, Reddit, and Expedia. These industry trailblazers will share insider perspectives on where AI search is heading and what it means for brands. Second, Profound will present proprietary research derived from massive consumer data sets, offering actionable insights you won't find anywhere else. Third, you'll learn battle-tested playbooks from real Profound customers who are actively optimizing for AI search engines. Featured Speakers & Topics The speaker lineup represents the cutting edge of AI search expertise. Asad Awan from OpenAI will discuss ads and monetization strategies, while Jeff Titterton (Chief Marketing Officer at Stripe) and Reema Batta (VP of Growth Marketing at Figma) will share how leading tech companies are adapting to answer engines. Rob Gaige, Global Head of Insights at Reddit, brings unique perspectives on how platforms are responding to AI-driven discovery. Daniel Shin Un Kang, Head of Organic & Agentic Search at Expedia, will reveal how travel booking is transforming in the age of AI agents. Other notable speakers include Parag Agrawal (Founder of Parallel), Dave Steer (CMO of Webflow), and Mike King (Founder & CEO of iPullRank). The Profound team—including co-founders James Cadwallader (CEO) and Dylan Babbs (CTO), along with Nick Lafferty (Head of Growth Marketing) and Josh Blyskal (AEO Strategist)—will share the platform's latest innovations in answer engine analytics and optimization. Event Format & Networking Zero Click SF runs from 1:30 PM to
