Events Company Updates

Find Ben at ASAE Annual and You Could Win $1,000

Paige Anderson

August 10, 2026

We’ve been teasing August 10, and it’s finally time to tell you why.

Thousands of people are headed to ASAE Annual in Indianapolis, but you’re looking for one.

Ben.

AMS Geek and Data Sangria are bringing a little friendly competition to Indy this year, and there’s $1,000 on the line.

The challenge is simple. Find Ben during ASAE Annual, grab a selfie with him, post it on LinkedIn, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win $1,000.

Yes, it really is that simple.

How to Enter

Keep your eyes open for Ben throughout ASAE Annual. He could be walking the expo hall, heading to a session, catching up with friends, grabbing coffee, or anywhere else the conference takes him.

When you find him:

Take a selfie with Ben.
Post your photo on LinkedIn.
Tag AMS Geek and Data Sangria.
Use #ConnectionsMatter and #ASAEAnnual in your post.

Complete the steps above and you’ll receive one entry for a chance to win $1,000.

Where Will Ben Be?

Nice try.

We’re not telling you.

There’s no schedule of Ben sightings and no list of places to look. You’ll just have to keep your eyes open while you’re making your way around ASAE Annual.

The good news? You know exactly who you’re looking for.

Study the face. 👀

And if you need a refresher while you’re in Indianapolis, stop by Booth 437 and visit the AMS Geek and Data Sangria teams.

You can also visit our events page for more information about AMS Geek at ASAE Annual.

Because Connections Matter

Conferences are built on connections.

The person you meet in a hallway, sit next to in a session, run into on the expo floor, or strike up a conversation with over coffee can end up being one of the most valuable parts of the entire experience.

That’s part of the fun behind this contest.

We want you to get out there, meet people, have some fun, and make connections along the way.

Because #ConnectionsMatter.

And in Indianapolis, one connection could be worth $1,000.