Are Affiliate Conferences Still Worth It in 2025?

In today’s world of AI-driven leads, endless Zoom calls, and Slack channels buzzing nonstop, many ask: Do we still need to fly across Europe for affiliate conferences to meet people we already message every day?

The short answer: yes. And here’s why affiliate events like TES Affiliate Conferences or Affiliate World Conference (AWC) remain critical for anyone serious about growth in affiliate marketing.

1. Business is digital. Trust is not.

Affiliate marketing is all about performance metrics: ROI, EPC, CTR. But behind every number is a human relationship.

At affiliate conferences, trust is built in minutes. Trust that could take months to establish online. That’s why we prioritize face-to-face conversations.

Harvard Business School research demonstrates that in-person interactions build business trust 5.2x faster than digital communications. So, a quick chat at the booth often solves what dozens of emails and Slack messages couldn’t.
Trust is still the most important KPI in affiliate marketing.

2. Face-to-face networking outperforms digital acquisition.

Running ads to acquire a new partner can cost thousands. Talking to them at a booth costs a handshake and a smile. Conferences are still the highest-converting “channel” in affiliate marketing. Offline events bring together networks, affiliates, and advertisers in a way digital outreach simply can’t.

Our affiliate manager, Tetiana, proves this every time. She spends her days at events answering questions, connecting affiliates, and showing that Offerpump is more than just another affiliate network. 

We’re a partner-focused team that listens and acts fast. In affiliate marketing, meaningful conversations often convert faster than retargeting campaigns.

3. Brand presence is still physical

In a crowded industry, websites often look alike, and cold emails can sound the same. A booth at an affiliate conference, on the other hand, is tangible proof of who you are as a network.

When you stop by the Offerpump booth, you don’t just see a logo. You meet Lars and Tetiana in person, ready to talk about exclusive offers, high-performing campaigns, and what really drives conversions.
Offline presence strengthens online reputation. And that’s the essence of performance marketing today.

4. Conclusion: ROI isn’t just in spreadsheets

Every major affiliate partnership in our network has a story, and most of those stories start the same way: 'We met at [conference name].''

Behind every impressive EPC, every high-converting campaign, and every long-term collaboration is that first handshake, that initial conversation where two professionals realized they could build something bigger together. 

That's the ROI you can't measure in spreadsheets, but you'll feel it in your bank account.

✅ At Offerpump, we believe in building sustainable growth for affiliates through trust, transparency, and exclusive offers. That’s why you’ll always find us on the ground at the biggest affiliate events, meeting partners, sharing insights, and creating opportunities for long-term success.

👉 Want to see why top affiliates choose in-person partnerships over digital-only relationships? Book a 15-minute call with our team or visit us at the next major affiliate event.