Speaker Information

Contact information. (Please provide a second contact person if necessary).
Biography (Maximum 150 words. Do not include a resume).
Portrait photo (JPEG format preferred).

Terms & Conditions

Speakers must submit a PowerPoint or PDF by March 14, 2016.

You will be asked to agree to our "Copyright and Reproduction Terms".

For a full list of the terms and conditions applicable to speakers, please click HERE.

Session Details

Session Title
Brief Description
(under 30 words).
Full Description / Abstract (150 word description and 4–5 bullet points).
Select Presentation Format
Audience Level of Presentation
- Introductory
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Business/All Audiences
Identify the Track(s)
for your session.
Have you given this presentation before? If yes, please explain when and where.
Additional presentation information (books, publications, etc.)
Audio Visual Requirements (wireless microphone, data projector and screen are provided as standard equipment).
Do you have the necessary financial and travel approvals from your company in order to attend and speak at the conference?

Presentation Format Options

Full Conference Session (45mins)
Panel Discussion Session
Tutorials & Workshops (3 hours)
Lightning Talk (5 minutes)

Half-Day Tutorials

In-depth educational presentations, provide detailed technical information, skills or methodologies. Tutorial speakers receive an honorarium for their participation of $500 for a half-day, plus an additional $250 bonus to speakers who provide their presentation slides by the March 14, 2016 deadline.

5 Minute Lightning Talks

One Speaker (only) presenting ideas, solutions, methods, products, research projects, or implementation experience on any topic you like. This is a great way to present ideas to a full audience. Sessions are always well attended!

NOTE: All content and format suggestions are reviewed by the Program Advisory Committee. Final presentations must be approved to participate.

Multiple speakers and multiple presentation options may be proposed. The first (primary) speaker receives complimentary conference attendance. Additional speakers or panelists register at the discounted rate of $595.