I think it's a great idea. There are a lot of content creators in Calgary and the surrounding area. I think the success depends on how big you try to go. IMO, starting small and letting it grow organically would help you in the long run. Grow into your experience in running a conference. The CalgaryExpo nearly imploded one year when their guest numbers grew past their own ability to manage. I think they saved themselves the following year by bringing on professional event organizers to help out.
Video creators is fairly narrow in the grand scheme of media. There was a podcast conference in Calgary last year that was fairly well attended. I think their success came from catering to professionals and hobbyists. I'm helping run Calgary WordCamp (WordPress conference). We're capped at around 130 attendees to keep things manageable and more engaging for the attendees. Something to think about.
Also, Digital Expo is a very broad name for such a narrow focus.
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