Speaking at the IEEE World Technology Summit is a profound opportunity for researchers. The audience will include many product developers who will want to use your research in creating their next-generation products.
A WTS speaker goes beyond the straightforward presentation of an area of work, as is typical at many research conferences. You are expected to show broad expertise, beyond one narrow area, and to explain technological solutions and their pluses and minuses. Of course, you can conclude with your recommendation for the approach that will be most appropriate in assisting the industry to solve problems.
Speaker planning for WTS differs from that of many other IEEE events. Read closely for our speaker plan:
a. Speakers who have researched and analyzed the issue and can present data describing the different challenges
b. Speakers who have researched one of the topic areas and can present an overall solution strategy following the principles in the presentation example under speakers.
About training sessions: If you decide to offer training sessions, keep in mind that these are for working engineers and managers to understand the technology and its uses. A training session’s goal is to provide information an employee can apply to their work to make challenging products and support them.
To help provide an idea of the scope of an ideal presentation, please download and review the attached sample outline of a hypothetical presentation on system cooling. Note that it starts with a broad discussion of the areas needed to address this problem and its requirements. Then the focus should be on a particular area where your expertise shines. Expect challenging questions. The more complete your presentation, the better your opportunity.
Download sample presentation here.
Interested in speaking at WTS 2025? Email wtscontact@ieee.org
An additional good way to become a speaker is to contact your society representative, as they offer the best path to success. You can also reach out to the IEEE Industry Engagement Committee.
To sign up or get more information about sponsoring WTS, contact Danielle Rocco, 646.226.7592 or drocco@pcm411.com.
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