Call for Presentations - NIGP Forum 2023

NIGP, the largest association dedicated solely to public procurement professionals, invites you to submit your presentation for our in-person and virtual conference this August. Be a part of the most diverse and comprehensive event attended by professionals from across the field.

Please use the resources provided to help you prepare the best proposal possible. It is recommended that you review the NIGP Forum 2023 Conference & Exposition Proposal Content Requirements PDF before beginning the process.

Please note learning sessions (Fundamental through Advanced) are being developed for the Construction, Cooperatives, and Technology themes by NIGP with subject matter experts. If you are interested in helping to build and present a session in one of these themes, please contact Todd Slater at tslater@nigp.org.

We welcome proposals, Fundamental to Advanced, that align to the following themes:

Cornerstones of Procurement

Overarching discussions that are focused on the core components of public procurement.

Topic Ideas:

Contract Compliance
Negotiations
Contract Management
Managing Contract Performance
Common Purchasing Mistakes
New legislation and Impacts
Ethics
Politicians Impacting the Procurement Process
Compliance
Courtroom Stories
Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned Business 
Disparity Studies
Federal Programs
Sustainability
Local Preference
Finance and Procurement
Innovations/Trends in the Procurement Professional
Essential Procurement Professional Soft Skills
RFPs

Leadership

Sessions that focus on the skills needed to tackle everyday leadership challenges, striving to ensure that leaders (or emerging leaders) have the necessary agility, innovation, and drive to proactively transform their procurement cultures in strategic, practical ways.

Topic Ideas:

Building Influencing Skills
Change Management & Change Leadership
Conflict Management
Critical Thinking
Emotional Intelligence
Workforce Development / Developing the Team / Succession Planning
Leading in a political environment
Leading up, down, and sideways
Diversity and Inclusion

Proposal Types Requested

Learning session:  75-minute presentation-based sessions provide attendees with relevant and actionable material and takeaways in a particular content area or theme.

Workshop:  90-minute active learning sessions incorporate highly experiential activities, such as games, problem solving activities, small group discussions and presentations back to peers, and so forth.

FAQs

How do I submit a proposal?

Go to the submission website and submit a proposal by February 17, 2023.
How do I withdraw a proposal?

Log into your submission and choose Withdraw from the action items.
When will I find out if my proposal has been accepted?

Proposal acceptance notifications will be sent by March 20, 2023.
Will my travel and living expenses be covered?

No, a speaker's individual travel and living expenses are at his/her own expense.
Will I receive an email confirmation once I submit a proposal?

Yes, you will receive an email confirmation for each proposal submitted.
Can I add and/or change a speaker later?

All speakers must be included in the original submission. The submissions are reviewed by a committee and will be judged based on that submission and speakers. Speakers may be modified if necessary.
How can I receive a copy of my proposal?

Log into the submission site and go to Completed, then click Print.
How many proposals can I submit?

You may submit up to two (2) proposals per individual.
When are submissions due?

Proposals are due by February 17, 2023.
Can I get an extension?

Incomplete submissions will not be considered, and we are unable to offer any extensions due to our tight deadline.
Do I have to be an NIGP member to submit a proposal?

No, you do not need to be an NIGP member to submit a proposal but you must create an account.
Can a presentation include product endorsements?

No.  NIGP prohibits presenters, suppliers, or practitioners, from promoting any product or service within an educational workshop.
Do I need to provide Presentation and handout files before the conference?

All presenters are required to submit their final presentation to NIGP prior to the conference for review and publication on the mobile app. All materials, along with any handouts, are requested by attendees who want to reference presentations prior, during and after the conference.
How do I register for Forum?

Please wait until after you’ve been notified if your submission has been accepted for presenting at the 2023 Forum to register. Forum presenters will receive $100 off the registration fee applicable at the time of registration. Instructions on how to take advantage of this discount will be sent with accepted submission notifications.

NIGP Forum 2023
Call for Presentations

We welcome proposals, Fundamental to Advanced, that align to the following themes:

Cornerstones of Procurement

Leadership

NOW ACCEPTING PRESENTATION SUBMISSIONS

Proposal Types Requested

KEY DATES

Questions? Please contact:

FAQs

NIGP Forum 2023Call for Presentations

We welcome proposals, Fundamental to Advanced, that align to the following themes:

Cornerstones of Procurement

Leadership

NOW ACCEPTING PRESENTATION SUBMISSIONS

Proposal Types Requested

KEY DATES

Questions? Please contact:

FAQs

NIGP Forum 2023
Call for Presentations