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Earned Influence in the Age of AI Search

A discussion on how generative engine optimization (GEO) and AI-powered search are reshaping brand visibility, content, and reporting in the tech industry

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM PST

About the Event

Join Edelman and Profound for a conversation on how GEO, large language models (LLMs) and agentic AI are reshaping communications strategies, and how tech reporters and creators are thinking about visibility as AI search transforms how content and news is surfaced and consumed.

The panelists, including from Business Insider, Edelman, LinkedIn and Profound will share insights from the front lines of communications, GEO and media, from how brands are approaching LLM search to how new tools are changing the way reporters and creators research, evaluate sources and craft stories. The conversation will explore what makes a company authoritative in an AI-driven environment and how evolving search behaviors are reshaping how media outlets and platforms approach content and news. 

Light bites and drinks will be provided, followed by time to mingle and connect with attendees across media, journalism, PR, and marketing. We hope you can join this timely discussion! 

5:00-5:15 PM: Arrival, light bites, and drinks 
5:15-6:00 PM: Panel discussion 
6:00-7:00 PM: Networking 

Meet the Panelists

Rosalie Chan
Rosalie Chan Senior Tech Editor, Business Insider
Devin Banerjee - headshot b+w
Devin Banerjee Senior Managing Editor and Head of News Growth, LinkedIn
Margot Edelman
Margot Edelman Global Head of the Technology Sector, Edelman
James Cadwallader - headshot b+w
James Cadwallader Co-Founder and CEO, Profound

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Location

Edelman SF

525 Market Street
Ste 2700
San Francisco, CA 94105