We are excited for your session at IABC in Vancouver, 8-11 June 2025.
If you have any questions related to your session, contact the IABC Learning Team.
THEME
This year, the theme of World Conference is Connect! In the ever-evolving landscape of communications, the ability to connect has never been more crucial and never before has the world seen as many technologies and channels to connect with others.
IABC World Conference will showcase strategies, tools, and best practices that illustrate the true power of communication in driving change.
Learn more.
SPEAKER REGISTRATION
Speakers receive discounted registration to IABC World Conference and have two registration options.
- Complimentary one-day pass.
- 50% off full conference registration.
Speakers must register by Wednesday, 5 March 2025.
Complete the 2025 registration form here: register now. Use the code sent to you via email to apply your speaker discount. These codes are unique to speakers; please do not distribute to others. If you have any questions about registration, contact the IABC Registration Team.
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HOUSING AND TRAVEL INFORMATION
Hotel Information
Need a place to stay? Hyatt Regency Vancouver is the venue for the 2025 IABC World Conference.
All speakers are responsible for their own travel and hotel expenses. Be steps away from all conference happenings by staying at Hyatt Regency Vancouver, but act quickly – the special, discounted room rate is available until 12 May, 2025.
Book Your Hotel Room.
Visa and Travel Authorization
If you are traveling from outside Canada or the US, you may need a Visa or Travel Authorization to join us in Vancouver. Please find more information on the Government of Canada Website.
PRESENTATION GUIDELINES, TEMPLATE AND EXPECTATIONS
PowerPoint presentations are due by Monday, 2 June 2025. Submit your final PowerPoint in .PPT/.PPTX format to learning@iabc.com.
- The 2025 World Conference Powerpoint template is available to download here. Download and utilize the 2025 World Conference PowerPoint template to ensure all presentations are unified under the conference theme.
- To support more sustainable conference practices, we will not provide any hard copies of presentation materials. Your PowerPoint and any supplemental handouts will be available via the conference mobile app.
- Please submit any additional handouts or materials in .PDF format.
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PREPARING FOR YOUR ONSITE EXPERIENCE
Audio/Visual (AV) Provided and Room Set
All session rooms include various seating options to meet attendee comfort and engagement levels (i.e. roundtables, theater, classroom). Your room set will be communicated to you in May.
Each session room comes equipped with:
- Chair for each speaker (panel session format only)
- Stage with podium for the laptop
- Lavalier microphones for speaker(s)
- Laptop with your PowerPoint pre-loaded
- Slide advancer
- Projector and screen
- A/V support
Attendee Demographics
MARKETING YOUR PRESENTATION
Looking to market your presentation online? Connect with IABC on any of the following social media networks:
Share it on video!
Submit a short video here, telling us why you are excited about your session at World Conference. We will promote it, with 2025 World Conference branding, on social media and more!
Don't know what to say?
We'll make it easy for you! Use this Speaker Marketing Kit for sample social media posts, web graphics and so much more to help promote your session.
FAQ
Do I need to use the IABC PowerPoint template?
If you plan on using slides, yes! To ensure a consistent brand experience and thoughtful content design, the PowerPoint template is required for all presentations that have slides. Slides are not required for all presentations but are recommended.
Can I use polling during my presentation?
Absolutely! Polling is a fantastic way to engage the audience. Speakers are responsible for managing and executing polling. The IABC learning team recommends using Sli.do.
Can I change my title/learning outcomes/speaker info on the website?
Please email learning@iabc.com with your desired changes. Note that changes to the website happen weekly and major session information changes will not be allowed after 30 May, 2025.
Do I need to bring my PowerPoint to the session?
Yes! The IABC Learning Team pre-loads all PowerPoints onto the provided laptop but it is always a good idea to have a backup – especially if you made edits to your presentation after the 2 June deadline.
Can I bring my own laptop to run my PowerPoint?
Yes! All speakers who want to use their own laptop to run their PowerPoint are welcome to, but are responsible for bringing any convertors/cables necessary to plug into an HDMI port.
Can I request a flipchart, different room set, etc.?
Yes! The IABC team wants to ensure your session is the way you envision it. Your room set will be based on what you submitted in your call for speakers submission. All room modification requests or additions are due by 16 April, 2025.
Will I be introducing myself and/or my session?
No! Each session will be assigned a session moderator to introduce the session and speaker(s). They can also help field Q&A as needed and ensure your session doesn’t run over time. You will receive further information about your session moderator in May.