Call for Presenters

We need engaging presentations focused on actionability and including end-user perspectives - interview-style presentations, industry round tables and stories that edit in multiple research users’ perspectives are preferred by attendees and gain larger live participation.  Sessions with a client co-presenters receive 2x the session views and industry client presenters receive complimentary registration for the conference.  Submissions are due Jan 6, scroll to the bottom of this page for the submission form.

Submissions should follow this powerpoint template.  You do not need to submit the full presentation. We need the outline of the content, framework for the solution and take aways/best practices recommendations for the attendees.  Focus on:

Your submission must include one following but both are preferred:

1. Video recording of your presenter explaining the content to be shared following the powerpoint template (see example video here).  Please do not use a dropbox link to share this video.  Some reviewers can not access dropbox due to company restrictions.  Use Vimeo or a private website link.  
2. .pdf version of the powerpoint template (see example powerpoint submission here)

Timeline

• Submissions due Jan 6 (will not be accepted late or incomplete)
• Confirmation session accepted Jan 27
• Rehearsals with mentor by Mar 11
• Final slides and pre-recorded session videos due Mar 18

Case study examples must have approval from companies that own the products referenced. All information must be shared in a professional, constructive and educational manner. Slides are reviewed and approved by committee mentors during the rehearsal process. Failure to comply with deadlines and professional conduct will result in canceling the session. Furthermore, speakers who violate this policy will be barred from presenting in the future.

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