Call for Speaker Proposals

Call for Speaker/Presentation Proposals

NCPERS is now accepting speaker and presentation proposal submissions for the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, taking place May 17–20, 2026 in Las Vegas, NV!
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS JANUARY 30 at 5PM ET.

Proposals will be reviewed February 2-13.

Status notifications will be emailed the week of February 16 to the designated point of contact provided in your submission.

Please contact us at education@ncpers.org with any questions about the proposal process.
Submission Point of Contact

Please provide contact information for the primary contact for your submission. This individual will be responsible for all communication related to the proposal, including updates, questions, and notification of acceptance.
Are you a presenter (instructor) in the session or are you submitting the proposal on someone's behalf?*

Yes, I am a presenterNo, I am NOT a presenter
Name*

PrefixFirst NameLast NameSuffix
Title / Position*
Organization / Company*
E-mail*
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Presenter Information

All proposed presenters must be NCPERS members. Please include the full name, professional title, organization and email address for each presenter you are proposing.
How many presenters are you proposing for this presentation? (Max. 3)*

123

Presentation Details

Please provide the following information about your proposed presentation. Be as specific as possible. The Education Committee will base its selection on the details you submit. If your session changes after it has been approved, you’ll need to obtain approval again.
Topic Category*
Please select the category that best aligns with the focus of your presentation.
Presentation Title*
A concise and engaging title that captures the essence of your presentation.
Session Summary / Description*

A brief description (150-250 words) outlining the key points, objectives, and value of your session.0/200
Learning Objectives *

List 2-3 specific outcomes or takeaways attendees will gain from your presentation.0/400
Indicate the preferred session format.*

Standard PresentationPanel DiscussionExpress Talk (30 mins only)
How much time do you anticipate needing for your presentation? Please select one option:

30-minutes45-minutes
Identify the level of expertise required (e.g., beginner, intermediate, advanced) to ensure the content is well-matched to attendees' needs.

BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedAll Levels

Requirements & Next Steps
SPEAKER REQUIREMENTS

Selected speakers are expected to adhere to the following event policies:
- Membership: Your organization must have an active NCPERS membership. To verify your membership status, contact us at 202-601-2445 or email membership@ncpers.org.
- Registration: Confirmed speakers are required to register for the conference. For more information on registration fees, please visit our registration page. Please note CorPERS members receive one complimentary speaker registration pass.
- Availability: Be available to present during the designated dates and times of the conference.
- Presentation Materials: Submit final presentation materials by the specified deadline. All content should be original and tailored to engage and inform our audience.
- Engagement: Use interactive elements to keep the audience engaged and facilitate learning.
- Compliance: Abide by all event policies, including those related to promotion, content, and diversity and inclusion.
I have reviewed and accept the speaker requirements and I consent to them by submitting this form.*

Yes
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Call for Speaker/Presentation Proposals