Be A Speaker
Submission deadline:Monday, 9 July 2018
Submission guidelines
Share Your Ideas, Knowledge & Experience!
Submit your session proposal and be a part of SWaMfest XIV at the Hotel Madison and Shenandoah Valley Conference Center in Harrisonburg, Virginia!
SWaMfest is the premier networking, educational, and professional development event for small, women and minority-owned businesses where you can explore the latest products and services from hundreds of SWaM businesses; engage with decision-makers from VASCUPP institutions, prime contractors, corporations; and attend exciting showcase workshops and networking opportunities. VASCUPP is committed to helping Virginia’s SWaM businesses remain strong, vibrant and successful while connecting them to our Purchasing Power!
This is an opportunity to have your brand represented at the largest event for small, minority & women-owned businesses in the entire Commonwealth of Virginia.
When: October 3-4, 2018 ; Speakers will present on October 4.
Where: Hotel Madison and Shenandoah Valley Conference Center, Harrisonburg, Virginia
THE IDEAL SWAMFEST SPEAKERIs experienced and comfortable speaking in front of large groups, ranging from 50 to 500.
Is interested in sharing expertise, real-world strategies and knowledge with other professionals
Is willing to partner with HOW to deliver the best possible experience for the audience
Is interested, schedule permitting, in attending the whole event and engaging with attendees
Is open to helping spread the word about the event via speakers’ network WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR SUBMISSIONPresentation Title
2 - 4 objectives of your presentation
A complete and thorough outline of your presentation
A catchy (theme-oriented) and concise description of your session to use for marketing purposes
High Quality Head Shot
Speaker Bio PROVIDED EQUIPMENTPC Laptop
LCD projector
Screen
A podium at the front of the room
Slide advancer (“clicker”)
Wired podium microphone
At least (1) Wireless lavalier microphones
Wireless Internet access
Panel participants will be seated at a head table equipped with one microphone per panel memberBE A SESSION SPEAKERThe topics listed below are from previously successful and well-attended sessions. If you can present and share expertise and relevant information in one of the topics (or a similar topic) we would love for you to submit presentation for consideration to speak at the upcoming SWaMfest!
Because the theme for 2018 SWaMfest is BEYOND, all presentations submitted should be relevant to the future of the topics below, future-oriented trends in the area, and what is next on the horizon.
Topic categories
- LOGISTICS - Topics could include: How to complete against large logistics organization with extensive networks • Innovation in inventory management • Transportation to the Moon and back • Fulfillment strategies that work
- MARKETING & SALES - Topics could include: Building a continuous client base • Creating multiple streams income • Building a brand that matters • Social Media Marketing • Marketing vs. Selling • How to network effectively • Remaining Relevant
- SUPPLIER DIVERSITY - Topics could include: How supplier development is critical for future successes • The power of joint ventures • Finding funding through partnerships
- TECHNOLOGY - Topics could include: Using technology to gain massive efficiency • Communicating how your technology drives project effectiveness different? • Embracing technology • Cyber threats and security for small businesses
- WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - Topics could include: Millennial Recruiting & Retention • What’s after millennials and how are they different? • How small businesses retain employees • Training your employees for what’s next • Managing stereotypes • Leading teams that are honest with themselves and others
