Lead handling in 2026 will focus on speed, personalization, and intelligent automation to convert interest into meaningful engagement. AI-driven CRM systems will prioritize high-intent leads, ensure timely follow-ups, and create seamless buyer journeys across channels.

Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar, ‘A First Look at 2026: Leveraging AI to Boost Lead Handling and Drive Better Results’ on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 2 pm ET.

The SEJ team says, “In this session, Anthony Milia, President of Milia Marketing, and Bailey Beckham Constantino, Senior Partner Marketing Manager at CallRail, break down how AI is transforming lead handling, speed-to-lead, and client communication.

You’ll Learn:

How to stop being seen as just a lead source
How agencies are using AI to earn trust and long-term client buy-in.

What to do when clients don’t follow up on leads
How to make sure calls, forms, and chats don’t get missed when clients are busy.

How to improve speed-to-lead
What actually gets leads contacted faster—without adding more work for your clients.”

How to show real conversion results
Simple ways to connect your leads to booked appointments and revenue.

A First Look at 2026: Leveraging AI to Boost Lead Handling and Drive Better Results

Search Engine Journal