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Cre8tive has announced that a new leadership team is preparing to host Cre8tive Con at Chicago’s Intercontinental Hotel from February 19-21, 2026. The conference is dedicated to the growing segment of content creators developing formal business operations.

Dominick Domasky will become the Chief Operating Officer, joining founder Julie Lokun in the C-suite. The expanded executive team includes Ramon Ray, who will handle strategic partnerships, and Rachel Weaver, who will oversee media relations.

“Our focus extends beyond creator celebration to leadership development,” Domasky said in a press release regarding the conference direction.

Business Development Programming Anchors Event

The three-day program will feature several structured components targeting business growth:

• Strategic scaling sessions led by Ray
• Media visibility workshops with Weaver
• Dedicated networking environments
• Collaborative working spaces
• Practical skills training in content development sectors

Event planners anticipate attendance exceeding 1,000 participants from the creator economy sector. The conference introduces a formal awards program, the Cre8tive Icon Awards, currently accepting nominations.