ISA22 Call for Speakers Submission Form

ISA22 Call for Speakers
Submission Form

Application deadline: January 31, 2022 Apply Now!

Share your expertise and help ISA create a Channel Built for the Future by speaking at ISA22 taking place in Houston, TX on April 11 – 13, 2022.

Emerging technology. Industry megatrends. Topics that drive change and matter to you. You’ve never experienced an industry event like this. We’re building on the ISA convention you know and love while taking things next level through iconic education, energized engagement opportunities, and a reimagined, modern platform for connections. Part think tank. Part purposeful networking. ALL built for the future.

Is ISA22 a fit for you?

Founded in 1902, the Industrial Supply Association is the channel association for the Industrial MROP industry – Leading The Channel Forward®. ISA provides the strategies, tools, and education for companies to stay relevant throughout industry change. The members of ISA are Industrial Manufacturer, Distributor, and Independent Manufacturer Representative companies.

ISA22 will attract 3,000+ industry professionals representing over 500 companies (both in-person and virtually). These companies are not only diverse in type (Manufacturer, Distributor, and IMR) but also in revenue size (under $5M to $1B+), product category (all MROP categories represented), and geographic representation (local to global).

If you believe your presentation will help companies in the Industrial Supply Channel stay relevant in today’s changing landscape – then ISA22 is where you want to present!

Submission Overview

Below you will find a brief form that will ask you to submit an “abstract” of your presentation. An abstract is a high-level overview of what your topic is and what you believe the audience will learn. You can also upload materials like PDFs and powerpoints to support your abstract. Once you have submitted the abstract, it will be reviewed for quality and relevance. You will then be notified whether or not your abstract was accepted for the program at the upcoming ISA22 event happening April 11 – 13, 2022 in Houston, TX.

More on ISA22 at: https://isa22.isapartners.org/

We are asking you to submit a presentation abstract for one of the 2 following educational tracks:

Industry Megatrends Track

Share how industry megatrends are affecting the channel and what companies must do to stay ahead of the curve and relevant to End Users. Industry Megatrend topics can include:

Supply chain issues

Labor shortages

Diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I)

Evolving End User

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

Future of distribution

Digital transformation

Market uncertainty

Future of the workplace

Employee health & safety

Generational knowledge gap

Burnout

Other

Emerging Technology Track

Technology advancements are quickly changing the way we operate, communicate, and do business. Share how the advanced technologies below apply to your business and what the channel must do to adapt. Emerging Technology topics can include:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Virtual Reality (VR)

Blockchain

Cyber Security

Internet of Things (IoT)

5G

Automation

Logistics

Edge Computing

Other

So what should you present?

Anyone with innovative ideas, trending research, powerful conversations/discussions, or company case studies related to the 2 tracks listed above is invited to submit a presentation abstract for consideration.

Sessions at ISA22 will be 30-45 minutes in length. There is also the expectation that, as a speaker, you will be able to present your engaging topic and facilitate an interactive breakout discussion with the attendees in the room both in person and virtually.

What should you not present?

Presentation content may not promote products and/or services that have commercial interest or a financial relationship with the presenter. ISA reserves the right to exclude any topic that does not align with the vision and mission of ISA.

By submitting an abstract, you agree to have your submission blindly peer-reviewed by ISA.

Please note: You may submit as many abstracts as you wish, but each abstract will need to be submitted separately.

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Deadlines and notifications:

The submission site closes January 31, 2022

Notifications of acceptance will be sent in early February 2022

Primary Speaker's Information
• Acceptance as a speaker does not include a complimentary registration to the ISA22 event. As a presenter, you are not required to register for the entire ISA22 event. However, if you wish to attend ISA22, you are expected to pay either the regular member or non-member registration fee.*
- I understand
First Name*
Last Name*
Job Title*
Company Name*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
City*
State*
Country*
Session Info
Session Type*
Primary Program Track*
Instruction Level*
- Introductory: This presentation is designed for those new to the Industrial Supply Channel or those exploring an area outside their normal work
- Intermediate: This presentation is designed for those familiar with the essential aspects of the topic who are looking to increase the depth of their understanding and/or explore real-life situations
- Advanced: This presentation is designed for those who are experts in the area who are looking to explore complex issues or situations that go beyond everyday experiences
Proposed Session Title: (Up to 10 words) Title should reflect topic and grab the audience’s attention. ISA reserves the right to alter the title.*
Abstract Submission
Presentation Description: (500 words or less) If accepted, this description may be used in the final program. Please make sure to double check your submission for correct spelling and grammar before submitting. ISA reserves the right to alter the description.*
Please list 3 or more learning objectives. In other words, what will the audience takeaway from your session?*
Why do you believe your presentation will help companies in the Industrial Supply Channel stay relevant in today’s changing landscape.*
Please provide a brief bio: (Up to 200 words)*
Are you employed at an ISA Member Company?*
- Yes
- No
Will there be more than one speaker?
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 20 MB.

If yes, please upload a word doc with the following information: First Name, Last Name, Job Title, Company Name, Primary Phone, Email Address, Question Title, and Brief bio for the secondary speaker (Up to 200 words) If no, no need to upload anything.

If you have any additional attachments, you can upload them here.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 20 MB.

I agree to participate as a speaker at the ISA22 Annual Convention and understand that I am responsible for covering all relevant expenses and registration fees. I understand that, if selected to present, ISA reserves the right to share my presentation recording with ISA members and non members at the conclusion of the event and for future use. I hereby give permission and approval to ISA for present and future use of all materials and to otherwise use and make available any recordings or video for educational or other purposes consistent with ISA's vision of Leading the Channel Forward.

NOTE: Once you submit your abstract, your submission will be final. If you would like to save a copy of your responses, please print them at this time, as they will not be emailed to you upon completion.

Once the official submission period has closed and all submissions have been received by ISA, you will receive a notification via the email address you provided regarding the status of your submission.

For questions regarding your submission, the submission site, or if you need to withdraw your abstract, please contact ISA Management at info@isapartners.org.

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