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ISA22 Call for Speakers
Submission Form

Application deadline: January 31, 2022    Application Window Closed

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

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To all ISA Members and ISA Atlanta 2020 Attendees,

After continuous monitoring of the evolving situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and much deliberation, the Industrial Supply Association (ISA) is announcing today that the ISA Board of Directors have voted to cancel ISA Atlanta 2020 scheduled to take place April 20-22 in Atlanta, Georgia. Everyone at ISA understands and appreciates the time, effort, and resources that you have put into preparing for this event. Like you, we have been working hard, and were looking forward to coming together to Engage, Learn and Lead.

This decision was made after careful review of the most recent facts from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), the Georgia Department of Public Health and other local authorities. Ultimately, the health, safety and well-being of our members, management team and the community at large led to this decision. Although difficult, as this decision comes at a significant cost to ISA which is a nonprofit, we know it’s the right thing to do.

With that in mind, it’s important to note that ISA is YOUR ASSOCIATION and ISA is OUR INDUSTRY. With over 118 years of history, our mission is to provide the strategies and tools to help companies remain relevant throughout industry change. This global pandemic, combined with the accelerating disruption we all are facing, demonstrates now more than ever the need for ISA to continue its pursuit of Leading the Channel Forward®.

The good news is that we have the financial strength to weather this storm. We plan to access our financial reserves to make that happen. These reserves are intended to protect ISA in times like this and for investing in value added programs that benefit ISA members and our industry.

With this decision, we are prepared to refund 100% of all registration, booth and sponsorship fees. However, recognizing the significant impact on our reserves, we are asking for your consideration in donating your registration, booth fees and/or sponsorships to the ISA Foundation, all or in part, at the level your organization is able to support. Foundation funds will only be used for education, research and/or scholarships and your organization will be recognized as a supporting patron of the Foundation helping ISA continue its mission critical purpose. Your donation will help continue the momentum and fuel the future of the Industrial MROP Channel. We recognize the magnitude of this ask, but if each company can help in some way, together, we will strengthen ISA, our community and industry overall.

In the coming weeks, a member of the ISA team will contact all ISA Atlanta 2020 participants to discuss refunds and or donations. Due to the large number of companies and attendees we ask for your patience as we begin this process. This is a priority and will be given the urgency it deserves.

In closing, I would like to thank everyone that has reached out with overwhelming support and positive feedback regarding the path and mission we are on. To all, please keep an eye out for upcoming announcements regarding the Lifetime Achievement Award, Innovation Impact Awards, Phase 2 Analytics for Distributor, Manufacturers and IMRs, Scholarships and so much more.

On behalf of the ISA Board of Directors, I would like to thank you for your patience throughout this decision-making process and your commitment to your association – ISA.

Stay up to date with the latest information we have here.

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Cancellation Policy for Registration:

The Emerging Leaders Virtual event will be recorded and available for thirty days after September 2nd 2020. Due to the virtual accessibility of this summit, no refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend the live event.

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Cancellation Policy for Registration:

The Women in Industry Virtual Summit 2020 will be recorded and available for 30 days after the event. Due to the virtual accessibility of the event no refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend the live event.

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Cancellation Policy for Registration:

Economic Guidance: Gearing Up for Growth Webinar will be recorded and available for 30 days after the event. Due to the virtual accessibility of the event no refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend the live event.

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First-Time Attendee Non-Member Rate Policy

This policy is for first-time attendees whose company has never been an ISA member or, whose company has not been an ISA member for the past 3 years.

Defining “First-Time”:

  • First-time denotes the company and not the individual person who is attending.
  • A company who has been an ISA member within the past three years would first need to renew their ISA dues before registering their employee(s) for the event.

Occurrence:

  • A non-member company may attend two ISA events during one 12 month period (Jan – Dec) at the non-member rate.
  • Before registering for any additional events your company will need to renew or join ISA.
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Member Rate Policy

To qualify for member rates, 2020 membership dues must be paid.

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Non-exhibiting rate is for the first attendee only – any additional attendees, see the Member or Non Member rates.

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