FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What date and time do I speak?  

The conference program can be found here.  

When do I need to be in the room where I present?  

Speakers should be in the room where they are scheduled to speak about 15-minutes before their presentation. There will be an AV tech on hand to assist and a session chair to introduce you.  

Can I use my own template?  

Yes. We request that you use the T&D World template for your opening and closing slides which can be found in the Speaker Toolkit.   

What should I bring to my presentation?  

Your presentation will be downloaded to the laptop in the room where you are scheduled to present. A slide advancer/laser pointer will be provided. Bring a back-up on your presentation on a thumb drive. 

What audio/visual equipment is provided? 

Screen, projector, podium, microphone or lavalier, slide advancer/laser pointer and a laptop computer. Plan to prepare your presentation in 16:9 format (HD).  

Do I need to prepare handouts?  

Attendees will have electronic access to your presentation via a password protected webpage immediately following the show.  

Am I registered and what is included?  

You are registered and it covers access to the exhibit hall, the conference sessions, breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and networking receptions.   

Is there a speaker ready room?  

The speaker ready room is located in Hospitality 1 and will be open during conference hours. 

Who will be my on-site contact? 

Conference Manager, Gail Killough will be available for all speaker-related questions or issues. 

What are the guidelines for preparing my presentation?  

Please refer to the Presentation Guidelines in the Speaker Toolkit.