Speaker Application - SMX Munich
18th & 19th March, 2025
ICM - International Congress Center Munich
ICM - International Congress Center Munich
The Call for Speakers is now closed. Thank you to everybody who has submitted
The Call for Speakers for SMX Munich 2025 is now closed
Thank you for considering speaking at SMX Munich!
Below you will find information on the process and all the benefits you will have should you be accepted as a speaker, as well as some tips for a successful application.
Timeline:
September 30th: Speaker Application closes
October – November: You will be notified whether your application has been accepted
About the conference
One of our most important differentiators to the many events out there is: We are vendor-neutral and so is our conference program. Every presentation is hand-picked, given by experts for experts and our high-quality sessions always deliver actionable value and inspiration. We also encourage in-depth discussions and Q&A sessions during the event.
The result of this intense vetting process is that as a speaker at SMX Munich you will be presenting in front of an enthusiastic, international, and knowledgeable audience.
Why you should apply – your benefits
- Free access to all sessions on both conference days, plus a personalized discount code for your colleagues and friends.
- Extensive event preparation and support: You will receive a detailed speaker briefing six weeks before the event, as well as in-depth feedback on your draft presentation. If you need more support or coaching, all you need to do is ask. Our common goal is to make your session a success.
- Expand your network: As a speaker, we invite you to our speaker’s dinner the evening before the conference. Here you will meet (inter)national top experts in a small setting – a great opportunity to extend your network with some of the most important people in the industry. Additionally, the conference offers several opportunities to network with your peers, e.g. the networking get-together after the first day.
- VIP Speaker’s lounge: Enjoy the tranquillity of the speaker’s lounge, away from all the hassle. You can prepare your session, organize meetings, and make sure you meet everybody that you might have missed at the speaker’s dinner.
- After the conference, we will provide you with professional speaker pictures that you are free to use for your very own portfolio.
- Personal & professional development: We will provide you with first-hand feedback from the attendees, giving you the opportunity to develop your presentation skills and get even better.
- We will help you raise awareness of your topic and build your personal brand. Our marketing activities include social media posts, newsletters, and teaser videos.
The Process
- After submitting your application using the form below, you will receive an automated confirmation. We review applications on an ongoing basis.
- The selection is based on your session title and description. If your topic is relevant, new, interesting and the description is a good appetizer, your chances of being accepted are higher. If you can send a video, even better!
- Submissions by the marketing or PR department and sales pitches will be rejected.
- There is no fee to submit an idea or a speaking pitch, nor do we pay any session speakers to present at SMX. Please note that we unfortunately can’t cover any T&E.
- Deadline for submissions is September 30, 2024 and you will hear from us between October and November 2024 at the latest. If we are convinced that your topic and you are a perfect fit you might hear from us sooner. It’s definitely an advantage to submit early to ensure that “your” topic is not taken already.
And last but not least: No sales pitch! Attendees come to the conference to learn, not to hear about what you sell. If you would like to present you company or your services, then please have a look at our sponsoring options.
Any questions? Reach out to Sandra
Sandra Finlay (SMX Conference Chair) with 2023 keynote speakers Curt Simon Harlinghausen (Managing Director, Miele X) and Alex Schultz (VP Analytics & CMO, Meta)
We look forward to hearing from you!
SMX Munich Mentorship
Are you under 30 and still gaining experience on stage? Are you passionate about your topic and eager to share your knowledge? Is it your dream to be listed alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts at a leading professional conference?
You can now apply for a mentorship at the next SMX Munich. Your mentor will be none other than:
Mike King, Navah Hopkins, Jono Alderson, or Sam Tomlinson.
We will help you:
- Focus your topic to be spot-on for the SMX audience.
- Revise your presentation draft.
- Perfect your presentation style (rehearsal included).
At the end of the speaker application form, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know if you’d like to be supported by a mentor.
Hints & Tips for Writing Your Abstract
Imagine yourself an attendee sitting in the audience when you give your presentation. What would you like to hear (or not)? What would make a positive impression and make you feel your time well-spent? Consider those questions carefully when you write your abstract.
For starters two quick rules: Don’t be commercial, and don’t overuse buzzwords. Both will lessen your chances of being accepted.
Say enough, but don’t say too much. One sentence – or a list of bullets – is definitely not enough. More than 100 words is usually too much. Express your message fully but succinctly.
Be open, honest and concrete: How did you solve the problem? What did not work? How much is the benefit in numbers? How did you validate the results? Start understandably for everyone and go increasingly into detail for the expert
Be HandsOn: Your proposal should be as specific as possible. With few exceptions, SMX sessions are tactical and contain actionable information. If the participants are looking forward to implementing what they have learned directly after your session, then you are on the right track.
