by: Scott Chaplin
written on: September 30th, 2025
AvantLink was proud to attend Affiliate Summit East and The Creator Economy, held back-to-back at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, New York City. These premier gatherings brought together leaders in affiliate partnerships, performance marketing, and the creator economy, offering a unique opportunity to connect with some of the most influential voices in the industry.
Representing AvantLink, Scott Chaplin (VP of Global Sales) and Chuck Hamrick (Affiliate Team Lead) participated in a series of productive meetings and valuable networking sessions. The events provided an ideal platform to showcase AvantLink’s expertise while strengthening existing relationships and building new ones.
We were especially pleased to meet with:
- Elaine Rau (Rockporch)
- Annie Ferlmann (Capital One Shopping)
- Josiah McCallum (Palmetto Outdoors)
- Morgan Bell-Shildt (tvScientific)
- Michelle Kalinowski (NYMO & Co.)
- Social influencer Ellie Dobleske
…alongside many other innovative partners and professionals who continue to shape the future of affiliate and creator-driven marketing.
The energy and collaboration at Affiliate Summit East and The Creator Economy underscored AvantLink’s commitment to supporting growth across the performance marketing ecosystem. We left New York with new opportunities, stronger connections, and greater visibility for our role in the evolving industry.
