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"Finally, an event where military creatives are front and center. I left inspired, connected, and empowered."— USAF Veteran & Podcaster
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Where Creative Force Meets Military Community
Military Creator Con is the ultimate gathering for military-connected creatives blazing new trails across art, media, tech, and entrepreneurship.
Here's how MCC fuels your next creative leap
Genuine Community
Connect with like-minded creatives, entrepreneurs, inventors, and storytellers who share your values and vision.
Collaborative Learning
Explore hands-on workshops, panels, and real conversations that fuel personal and professional growth.
Strategic Partnerships
Meet vision-aligned brands, mentors, and organizations looking to support and amplify your work.
For Everyone
Service members, veterans, spouses, retirees, and military supporters, this is your creative space.
"Military Creator Con isn't just a conference—it's a catalyst for your creative journey."
APRIL 16-18TH, 2026
Immersive experience
ARLINGTON, TX
HILTON® ARLINGTON HOTEL
BUILD TOGETHER
Workshops, stories, connection
MCC 2026 Keynote Speaker
Christopher Lochhead
15× #1 Best-Selling Co-Author • Podcaster • Category Design Pioneer
Christopher Lochhead helps founders, CEOs, creators, and ambitious professionals category-design markets and careers of the future. Co-author of Play Bigger and Category Pirates, he teaches practical strategies to create new markets, capture outsized value, and thrive in an AI-driven economy.
Category Design frameworks you can apply immediately
From storytelling to strategy — translate creative ideas into market advantage
Live fireside chat + exclusive audience Q&A
"Category design is about avoiding the comparison game. It's not about being the best. It’s about being the only."
Want to go beyond the fireside chat with Christopher Lochhead?
Join the exclusive full-day Category Design Intensive with Christopher Lochhead and Jaime Jay.
Hosted by Christopher Lochhead & Jaime Jay
Why This Matters
Veteran entrepreneurs often launch businesses into crowded markets. This intensive will help them stop competing and start creating. You’ll learn to think like a category designer, define your own space, and walk away with a bold, differentiated Provocative Point of View.
Who It’s For
- Veterans, creators, and early-stage entrepreneurs ready to:
- • Launch a new business or idea
- • Clarify your brand and message
- • Create a new market category
- • Stop being seen as "just another option"
What You’ll Learn
- Frame It — what's broken in the current market
- Name It — define and name your new category
- Claim It — communicate your POV and build demand
- Lightning Strikes – plan high-impact market moments
Outcomes
- • A written draft of your Provocative Point of View
- • A roadmap for your first Lightning Strike
- • Coaching and feedback from two of the top names in Category Design
- • New community with fellow bold creators
Small cohort for high-touch learning.
Michael Matteis
Air Force Veteran | AI Architect | Security Analyst
Meet Our Scholarship Recipient: Michael Matteis
"We are proud to welcome Michael Matteis as this year’s VIP + Inner Circle Scholarship Award Recipient."
An Air Force veteran, former medic, and AI Behavioral Systems Architect, Michael is building innovative technology designed to better support veterans through guided resources, reflection, and access to critical systems. His work sits at the intersection of service and innovation, with a clear mission to create meaningful impact in the veteran community.
Michael was selected for his compelling vision, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to building something that truly matters. We believe in what he’s creating and are proud to support his journey.
I’m honored to have been selected for a VIP + Inner Circle scholarship to this year’s Military Creator Con. I’m Michael Matteis, an Air Force veteran and former medic, now working as a Security Compliance Analyst with the State of Michigan and building as an AI Behavioral Systems Architect on the side. I’m passionate about using AI to create solutions like the VETCare Support System to better support veterans. Grateful for the opportunity to keep learning, building, and serving.
From Michigan, with a mission to serve the military community
From The Crow's Nest
Closing Night Celebration
Official Saturday Night Event of Military Creator Con
Hosted at Hearsay Arlington Speakeasy
Good Food. Signature Cocktails. Live Comedy. Exclusive Entertainment.
Featuring comedy headliner Robin Johnson
Included with full MCC tickets | Limited standalone invitations available | Contact Us
Spotlight on Past Voices
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