Speaking Opportunities

ad:tech San Francisco 2013 – April 9 & 10

The Call for Speakers for ad:tech San Francisco is now closed.

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ad:tech North America Speaker Submissions FAQ

Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you need additional help, please feel free to email us at info@ad-tech.com . We return most email messages within 48 hours.

General information:
When: April 9 & 10, 2013
Where: Moscone Center West

Moscone Center [map]
800 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103

General Questions:

Who speaks at ad:tech?
How do I submit a speaker(s)?
What types of presentations are shared at ad:tech?
Is there a fee to submit to speak?
May I submit more than one speaker?
Who attends ad:tech?
Who speaks at ad:tech?
Why speak at ad:tech?
Does ad:tech cover speaker travel and expenses?
How can I improve my chances of selection?

Who speaks at ad:tech?

ad:tech gives new and returning speakers an opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with a growing audience of publishers, marketers, agencies, journalists, engineers, investors, entrepreneurs and industry influencers. Each conference features between 120 – 220 speakers covering all areas of the digital media-marketing spectrum, including Search, Media, Mobile, Social, Video, Email, Targeting, Display, Creative, Gaming, Music, Integrated Marketing, eCommerce, Data and Analytics, Innovation and Startups, and much more. The ad:tech conference is 100% editorial content. Speakers are selected on their merit, insight, leadership and ability to share new research and metrics. ad:tech welcomes speakers from all brand categories, agencies, corporations and perspectives. An emphasis on case studies, whenever possible, is preferred and solution providers must bring a business or consumer-oriented brand client to be considered to speak.

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How do I submit a speaker(s)?
When ad:tech issues a call for speakers for an upcoming event, we will post a corresponding draft conference agenda on our web site. To submit a speaker, simply select a conference session topic from the agenda to access the submission form and submit your speaker against that session topic.

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What types of presentations are shared at ad:tech?

We ask for structured content to educate the audience, including brand-specific case studies, best practices and tactics, industry research and trends, mini-debates and more. Speaking formats include:

Keynotes: are limited to 3-5 marquee speakers per show and typically feature high-profile executives or thought leaders representing key areas of the new marketing landscape. Keynote presentations are open to all attendees, including those with Exhibit Hall passes.

Breakouts: are rich opportunities for qualified speakers to share insights and experiences with a quality audience. Individual presentations focusing on research, cases studies and trends help frame the discussion around the industry’s most important topics.

Marketing Masters: are an in-depth look at today’s key marketing strategies and tomorrow’s new and emerging platforms and technologies. Led by an industry expert, each Marketing Master series elevates the conversation with the audience and positions the presenters as today’s thought leaders.

Workshops: are highly focused, interactive learning environments where speakers move from behind the podium to directly engage with attendees. Seating is usually limited for these high-value “classroom-meets-the-boardroom” learning environments.

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Is there a fee to submit to speak?

No, there is no fee to submit to speak.

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May I submit more than one speaker?

Yes, you may submit more than one speaker from your organization for consideration or submit the same speaker for multiple topics/sessions for consideration.

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Who attends ad:tech?
Brand advertisers, agencies, publishers and solution providers account for approximately 80 percent of the ad:tech audience, with additional attendees audience made up of investors, press, non-profit, education and government attendees. Most attendees identify themselves as corporate management, followed by marketing management, advertising management and sales roles within their respective organizations.
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Who speaks at ad:tech?
Brands, agencies and technology enablers make up the majority of the presenters at ad:tech. Past presenters have included speakers from Coca Cola, Living Social, Omnicom, Foursquare, Intuit, Google, Publicis, The New York Times, AOL, AKQA, Pandora, Walmart, IPG, YuMe, Microsoft, Facebook, Yahoo!, Havas, American Express, iCrossing, HP, The Huffington Post, Adobe, eBay, Quantcast and many more.
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Why speak at ad:tech?
Speaking at ad:tech lets presenters share their experience, insights and skills as industry thought leaders and increases their exposure and authority among industry professionals. In addition, speakers find the opportunity invaluable for building their network and creating valuable relationships with other presenters, audience members and exhibitors. Each speaker receives their own paid full-conference registration to the event.
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Does ad:tech cover speaker travel and expenses?
Speakers are required to pay for their expenses traveling to and from the event. Once at the event, ad:tech picks up each speaker’s full-conference registration and conference lunch, as well as providing a discount for inviting colleagues, customers and friends.
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How can I improve my chances of selection?
If you’re a publisher, technology partner, ad network or other service provider, we advise that you bring a brand or agency client to present on your behalf or co-present with you. Likewise, if you are an agency, we advise that you bring a brand client with you.
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