Benefits

By speaking at one of our educational events, you will contribute to your profession, build your reputation as an industry expert, demonstrate to your organization that you are a professional recognized by your peers, create valuable and lasting professional contacts, inspire others with your story and receive the published point value toward the Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) credential.

SMEs can demonstrate their expertise in various formats that include Annual Conference sessions, Regional Forum end-user presentations, webinars and educational workshops/training.

Annual Conference Sessions

IOCP conferences provide multiple session options to attendees, including traditional PowerPoint presentations, as well as facilitated discussions on particular topics. Sessions are usually 45 minutes in length and typically led by one individual*. These sessions are designed to be strictly educational in nature (no sales or product demonstrations) and are presented by end-users and providers alike. Topics include a wide range of industry subjects for a variety of experience levels.

*One presenter per session is the accepted session format. Panels or co-presenter sessions may be submitted; however, IOCP will determine if additional speakers are necessary.

Regional Forum End-User Presentation

Regional Forums are held at various locations throughout the year. Attended by 25 to 50+ industry end-users and providers, these forums are a full-day event. The end-user presentation is usually 45 minutes in length, presented by one speaker. This presentation is designed to be strictly educational in nature.

 

Educational Webinars

Held year-round, webinars utilize GoToWebinar's platform. Events are 60 minutes in length, including Q&A. Presentation topics include a wide range of industry subjects for a variety of experience levels. These sessions are designed to be strictly educational in nature (no sales or product demonstrations) and are presented by end-users and providers alike.

 

Workshops/Training

Held at various times and locations throughout the year, workshops are designed to be in-depth training sessions on relevant industry topics. Workshop length can vary from half-day, full-day or multiple-day sessions. Workshop facilitators can be end-users or providers. The training must be educational in nature and not specific to a particular product, provider or technology solution.

 

Have You Heard a Great Speaker Recently?

IOCP encourages you to nominate a Commercial Card and Payment industry speaker for any of our speaking opportunities. Complete all fields in the speaker nomination form. IOCP will contact you before approaching the nominee to verify the information.