The 2018 ACA Summit agenda will be available soon. It includes many sessions proposed by ACA members via the process described below.
Propose a Session for the 2018 ACA Summit
Deadline: Friday, September 15, 2017 - 5:00 pm CTACA is asking members, partners, and past attendees to suggest breakout sessions for the event. This is your opportunity to not only propose topics, but also to recommend speakers and how the topics will be presented. We’re seeking your best education session ideas that are designed for angel investors, with varying levels of investment experiences and in a variety of sectors. 2018 ACA Summit Basics:
Registration and Travel InfoACA members selected to lead sessions are able to register for the ACA Summit at the reduced rate of $495 and are responsible for all related travel costs. Speakers in selected sessions may also receive the reduced registration rate, with the ability to bring in some outside experts with complimentary registration, both at ACA’s discretion. Selection ProcessPlease submit your proposal by September 15, 2017 – 5:00 pm Central. You will be notified in late Fall 2017 on the status of your submission. The ACA Summit committee will select sessions submitted from members and combine that with other sessions and keynote speakers. We anticipate a highly selective process for our committee to review and choose from among the many excellent submissions we receive. If you should happen to be a presenter in more than one session that is chosen, it is highly likely that you’ll be asked to only participate in one of those sessions in order to maximize the number of speaking opportunities for others. Make your proposal stand out. The committee will put a preference on current ACA members and partner organizations during the selection process, in addition to quality, innovative ideas, fit with ACA member needs, and session structures that go beyond “panels”. ACA members have spoken and they like to see sessions that have a variety of structures – debates, audience-wide discussions led by a moderator, one speaker lectures, etc. – and which include lots of interaction with the audience. Session Leader ExpectationsIf your proposal is accepted, you are expected to meet all posted dates and deadlines. We reserve the right to make adjustments to any session that does not meet deadlines. Upon acceptance, ACA may modify the session title and description to fit our marketing style and format guidelines for the purpose of the brochure, website, and onsite guide. ACA also reserves the right to approve speakers and suggest new experts for selected sessions. There are two other important concepts to keep in mind:
Questions: If you have questions please contact Marianne Hudson. |