Call for Conclave proposals: due 19 June

While our industry faces unprecedented challenges and disruptions in light of COVID-19, planning for CMP Conclave, the week of 21 October 2020, is underway. As we continue to work toward finalising the details of our event format, we need your insights and vision – and invite you to submit a speaker proposal. 

We are a community that needs and values our time together through peer-to-peer learning experiences and sharing our passion. We are indeed stronger together.

Collaboration and a unified commitment to industry professionalism is the core of the CMP Conclave event. This year we have the opportunity through dynamic content and experiences to face disruption and together look toward the adaptations needed to ensure our future. 

As a Conclave speaker, you have the opportunity to share your passion, knowledge, skill and expertise in this unique event. Whether you want to lead a session that offers discussion and collaboration, or you want to inspire, this is the CMP stage for you.

We are seeking innovative content presented during 60-minute breakout sessions. These sessions should challenge CMPs to broaden their knowledge base, enhance their professional skills, and enhance their future readiness through the lens of these content categories:

• Event Innovation (program design, post-COVID-19 realities, emerging technology, virtual formats - design and implementation)
• Crisis Management, Best Practices, Standards, Communication Strategies, Safety & Security
• Sustainability & Social Responsibility
• Wellness and Personal Growth
• Leadership & Professional Development

Use this portal to submit your proposal. You will be asked to select the content category that aligns with one of the nine domains found in the CMP International Standards (you will also see an “other” category should you find your submission fits better outside of these buckets). The deadline for submission is Friday, 19 June. 

Your presentation will be peer reviewed. It will be evaluated based on content, session design and creativity, relevance to the industry, your expertise and the clarity of description of your presentation. Selected speakers will receive one complimentary Conclave registration. 

For questions, please reach out to speakers@eventscouncil.org or +1 202 367 1190.