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Braze Forge 2025: Dates, Tickets, Agenda & Speakers

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Last updated on
September 24, 2025

Dates: September 29 – October 1, 2025
Location: Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

Braze Forge 2025 is the flagship customer engagement conference by Braze. The event brings together marketers, executives, data experts, and product leaders to explore how creativity, data, and AI can transform lifecycle marketing and retention strategies.

Whether you attended Braze Forge 2024 or are considering your first trip, this year’s event offers even more—hands-on training, masterclasses, certifications, and networking—all in the heart of Las Vegas.

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Why Attend Braze Forge 2025?

Braze Forge is more than a marketing conference—it’s a place where attendees learn how to turn data into strategy and strategy into results.

  • 98% of attendees enjoyed Forge 2024.
  • 97% found their time useful for real-world applications.
  • 245 marketers earned a Braze certification onsite.

Attendees consistently highlight the value of:

  • Learning AI-driven engagement tactics
  • Meeting industry peers from global brands
  • Leaving with actionable insights for customer retention and lifecycle marketing

Forge helps marketers escape the day-to-day execution rut and think bigger about long-term customer engagement.

Braze Forge 2025 Dates & Schedule

  • Sunday, Sept 28: Attendee Arrivals, Early Registration
  • Monday, Sept 29: Opening Keynote, Masterclasses, Networking
  • Tuesday, Sept 30: Breakout Sessions, Workshops, Braze Torchie Awards 2025
  • Wednesday, Oct 1: Closing Sessions, Featured Speakers, Certification
  • Thursday, Oct 2: Final Networking, Departures

The Braze Forge 2025 schedule includes multiple tracks tailored to marketers, executives, and technical leaders, ensuring every role gets value from the event.

Braindate at Braze Forge 2025: Propel-Hosted Sessions

At Braze Forge 2025, Propel will host four Braindates designed to turn big marketing challenges into actionable conversations. Each session is built around real-world experiences—giving attendees the chance to learn, ask questions, and walk away with practical strategies.

Braindate

Here are the four Propel-led topics:

  1. Leveraging Data to Boost Email Performance and ROI
    Most brands send emails, but few know how to transform them into revenue drivers. This session explores how to read signals in your data, move beyond vanity metrics like opens and clicks, and apply strategies that deliver measurable ROI.
  2. Beyond Copy and Content: Unlocking Gen AI’s Potential in Data, Strategy, and Segmentation
    Gen AI isn’t just for generating subject lines. We’ll discuss how to use AI to refine customer data, sharpen targeting, and build smarter segmentation strategies—making it the backbone of lifecycle marketing.
  3. We Solved Attribution Using Braze [Ask Me Anything]
    Attribution has long been a puzzle for marketers. In this AMA-style session, we’ll break down how we solved attribution using Braze, providing clarity on campaign impact and giving marketers confidence in proving ROI.
  4. Getting Started with Braze
    New to Braze? This beginner-friendly session covers the essentials—from setting up your first campaign to understanding cross-channel engagement. It’s designed to help marketers quickly see how Braze can become an everyday growth tool.

Propel’s Braindates go beyond theory—they’re about what’s actually working today in lifecycle marketing, retention, and engagement. Seats fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot through the Braze Forge 2025 app once you’re registered.

Spotlight on Masterclasses

Forge masterclasses provide deep, tactical learning from industry leaders:

  • The 7 Sins of Marketing – Fernando Machado explores how vanity, greed, and envy hold campaigns back.
  • AI in Marketing – George Khachatryan, founder of OfferFit, delivers a hands-on session on AI applications.
  • Retail Marketing for Growth – Beth Myers shares strategies for retail and ecommerce engagement.
  • Your Path to CMO & CEO – Seth Matlins outlines career growth frameworks.
  • Mastering Brand Influence – Marcus Collins translates cultural insights into marketing strategies.
  • Tech Leaders of the Future – John Marcante offers lessons for MarTech executives.

These Braze Forge 2025 sessions are ideal for marketers who want both strategic frameworks and practical playbooks.

Headline Speakers

This year’s lineup combines marketing icons, cultural leaders, and entertainment voices:

  • Issa Rae – Emmy-nominated creator of Insecure and founder of HOORAE
  • Christina Tosi – Founder of Milk Bar, innovator in food storytelling
  • Marcus Collins – Marketing professor and cultural strategist
  • Omar Johnson – Former CMO of Beats by Dre, CEO of ØPUS Intelligence Labs
  • Jim Gaffigan – Grammy-nominated comedian and author
  • Bill Magnuson – CEO of Braze

The combination of business leaders, creatives, and entertainers ensures sessions that go beyond theory—showing real-world applications of engagement and brand building.

Training and Certifications

Every early bird ticket includes free training and certification opportunities. At Forge 2024, more than 200 marketers left with Braze certifications that elevated their roles and teams.

The training tracks include:

  • Braze platform mastery for beginners
  • Data-driven engagement for intermediate users
  • Advanced customer lifecycle design for experienced marketers

Training slots are limited, so purchasing Braze Forge 2025 tickets early is the best way to secure your seat.

Pricing and Tickets

Full Access Pass

  • Super Early Bird (Jan 31 – May 31): $599
  • Early Bird (May 31 – Sept 7): $799
  • Regular (Sept 7 – Sept 28): $999

Group Pass (3+ tickets)

  • Super Early Bird: $399 each
  • Early Bird: $599 each
  • Regular: $799 each

👉 All early bird registrations include free training. Limited seats make early booking essential.

If you’re searching for Braze Forge 2025 tickets, act fast—both early bird passes and the Virgin Hotel Las Vegas room block sell out quickly.

Something for Everyone: Tracks & Experiences

The Braze Forge 2025 schedule is divided into tracks for every skill level and focus area:

  • Build with Braze – Product features, use cases, and advanced applications
  • Next Starts Here – Professional growth and influence-building
  • Brand New Moves – Campaigns from global brands with measurable impact
  • The Creative Stack – MarTech and AI-driven execution strategies
  • The Engagement Lab – Real-time prototyping and experimentation
  • Master the Craft – Advanced, expert-led sessions
  • Bites & Bright Ideas – Informal breakfast/lunch sessions with practical tips

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced user, the content ensures you leave with frameworks to apply immediately.

Braze Torchie Awards 2025

The Braze Torchie Awards 2025 celebrate marketers building the future of customer engagement. Categories include:

  • Best Lifecycle Marketing Campaign
  • AI Innovation in Engagement
  • Outstanding Customer Retention Strategy
  • Data-Driven Storytelling

The awards ceremony is a highlight of Braze Forge 2025—recognizing brands and individuals setting new benchmarks in customer experience.

Sponsors, Arcade & Networking

Forge is more than just sessions—it’s a full event experience.

  • The Braze Arcade – Interactive games like Braze Bonds and Torchie’s BIG Adventure
  • Braindates – 1:1 and small group peer learning sessions
  • Networking Lounges – Connect with executives, marketers, and product leaders
  • Torchie Awards Gala – Celebrate innovation with industry peers

Venue: Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

The choice of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas ensures Forge 2025 has a central, modern hub. Attendees in 2024 praised the convenience of having sessions, meals, and networking all in one location.

Rooms in the official Braze Forge 2025 hotel block are limited and discounted until September 14, 2025. Booking early guarantees the best rates.

Forge Digital

If you can’t attend in person, Forge Digital provides live-streamed sessions, recorded content, and access to highlights. It’s designed for marketers who want to engage with Forge content virtually.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Braze Forge 2025

What are the Braze Torchie Awards 2025?

The Braze Torchie Awards 2025 recognize individuals and brands that are redefining customer engagement. Categories include Best Lifecycle Marketing Campaign, AI Innovation, Customer Retention Strategy, and Data-Driven Storytelling. Winners will be celebrated during a dedicated awards ceremony at the conference.

Who are the headline speakers at Braze Forge 2025?

Speakers include Issa Rae (creator of HBO’s Insecure), Christina Tosi (Milk Bar founder), Marcus Collins (cultural strategist and professor), Omar Johnson (former CMO of Beats by Dre), Jim Gaffigan (comedian and actor), and Bill Magnuson (CEO of Braze).

Is there a hotel room block for attendees?

Yes. Attendees can book discounted rooms at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas through the official Braze Forge registration portal. Discounted rates are available until September 14, 2025, but rooms typically sell out early.

Will Braze Forge 2025 have a digital or virtual option?

Yes. Forge Digital offers live-streamed sessions, replays of keynotes, and access to select workshops for those unable to attend in person. This ensures marketers worldwide can still benefit from the event.

How does Braze Forge 2025 differ from Braze Forge 2024?‍

While Braze Forge 2024 set high benchmarks for engagement, Forge 2025 expands with more AI-focused sessions, new masterclasses, and a broader speaker lineup. The addition of hands-on prototyping labs, the Braze Arcade, and expanded certification options make Forge 2025 even more interactive and valuable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Braze Forge 2025 dates?

Braze Forge 2025 will take place from September 29 – October 1, 2025, at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Early registration opens on September 28, and the event closes with networking and certification opportunities on October 2.

How much do Braze Forge 2025 tickets cost?

Tickets are tiered by registration period. Super Early Bird tickets start at $599, Early Bird tickets are $799, and regular pricing is $999. Group passes for three or more attendees start at $399 per ticket during the Super Early Bird window. Early bird tickets also include free training sessions.

What is included in the Braze Forge 2025 schedule?

The Braze Forge 2025 schedule features keynote speakers, breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, certifications, and the Braze Torchie Awards 2025. Tracks are designed for marketers, executives, and technical experts at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, making the event relevant for every role.

Where is Braze Forge 2025 being hosted?

The event will be held at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, a modern venue known for its central location and all-in-one convenience. Attendees can book rooms in the official Braze Forge hotel block, available at a discounted rate until September 14, 2025.

What are the Braze Torchie Awards 2025?

The Braze Torchie Awards 2025 celebrate the innovators shaping the future of customer engagement. Categories include lifecycle marketing, AI-driven campaigns, retention strategies, and data storytelling. Winners will be announced during a special ceremony at Forge.