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Speaking Opportunities

Don’t keep those amazing ideas to yourself. Your peers want to hear about your innovation, new perspective, methodology and/or story on how you did something different to move your organization forward. The supply management profession is constantly evolving, but the pace is now on hyperdrive! We are seeking experts, like you, to share your expertise to help the broader professional community keep with the pace of business today.

Share Your Thought Leadership!

Do you have a compelling case study, groundbreaking research, or an innovative approach that addresses critical supply chain challenges?

We invite you to share your expertise and insights with professionals from around the globe at the next ISM World Conference. Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your thought leadership to a global audience of supply management professionals.

Sign up below for notifications to stay informed and be the first to know when submissions open.

Do You Have a Fresh Idea You Would Like to Present?

We’d love to hear your ideas.
Join our invitation list for our upcoming Call-For-Content Ideas by completing the form below.

Advantages to Speaking

Connect with Peers

Speaking at an event is a great introduction to a large group of professionals to build your network.

Build Brand – You!

Being a part of a panel discussion or presenting on your own gives you a stage to build your professional brand within your community of peers.

Earn Recertification Credit

Speaking and attending events is a great way to earn CEH credits toward recertifying your ISM certification(s).

Gain Access to Event

As a thank you for your participation, we offer a complimentary conference registration to enjoy the full benefits of the event.*

Steps for Call for Content Ideas

Content ideas are submitted through our online portal and reviewed by subject matter experts and industry leaders. Selected ideas may become sessions, discussions, or other learning experiences as part of the event program. 

Here’s how the process works: 

  • Step 1. Stay Connected

    We continually build our network of supply management professionals, practitioners and thought leaders who may have valuable ideas to share. 

    Sign up below to receive updates about future opportunities to contribute content to ISM events. 

  • Step 2. Access the Content Ideas Portal

    When the Call for Content Ideas opens, you’ll receive access to the online submission portal. 

    The portal includes event themes, content priorities, audience information, submission guidelines, FAQs and tips to help you develop a strong idea. 

  • Step 3. Submit Your Content Idea

    Use the online portal to tell us about your idea, experience, case study, solution or perspective. 

    You can start your submission, save your progress, and return to complete it later. We’re looking for the strength and relevance of the idea—not a fully developed presentation. 

  • Step 4. Content Review

    Submitted ideas are reviewed by a committee of subject matter experts and industry leaders using criteria aligned with the goals, audience needs and learning objectives of the event. 

    During the review process, ISM may contact you for additional information, clarification, or to explore how your idea could best fit within the program. 

  • Step 5. Selection & Next Steps

    Everyone who submits an idea will receive a notification regarding their submission. 

    If your idea is selected, you’ll receive additional information about the proposed session or content format, next steps, timelines, and resources to help you prepare. 

    If your idea is not selected, we encourage you to stay involved, attend the event, and consider submitting again for future opportunities. With a limited number of program opportunities, not every strong idea can be included. 

Conference Registration: Registration benefits or offers for selected contributors will be outlined within the Call for Content Ideas details for each event and may vary by program.

* Conference registration offer details are provided within the call-for-presentation details and are specific to the event in which the speaker is participating. Offers may be subject to change.