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KDD Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining

KDD is a premier interdisciplinary conference, brings together researchers and practitioners from data science, data mining, knowledge discovery, large-scale data analytics, and big data.

Location
Jeju, South Korea
Dates
August 9, 2026 – August 13, 2026

KDD Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining at a glance

Quick numbers to help you scope your booth strategy.

Days until show
49
Show length
5 days
Cadence
annual

What to know about KDD Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining

KDD is an intensely academic conference where the exhibitor hall serves primarily as a high-stakes recruitment hub for Ph.D. talent rather than a traditional sales floor. Because the 2024 edition is in Jeju, a remote resort island, foot traffic remains captive to the venue, but engagement is driven by deep technical curiosity rather than purchasing authority.

Staff with Technical Subject Matter Experts

Attendees expect to talk to researchers and engineers, not traditional sales reps; ensure your booth staff can discuss specific algorithms, papers, or API documentation.

Account for Island Logistics Lead-Times

Jeju is a Tier-2 logistics destination compared to Seoul; ship your booth materials early and verify customs clearance, as local drayage options are more limited on the island.

Prioritize Talent Acquisition over Leads

The "Job Market" is a core KDD pillar; display open research positions prominently and have a structured system for scanning CVs or LinkedIn profiles of graduate students.

Focus on High-Utility Technical Swag

While Western attire is common, the Korean business context values a high degree of professional courtesy; provide high-quality, tech-focused "swag" to stand out in a niche, academic crowd.

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