ESCA SUMMER EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE │ JUNE 28 - JULY 1, 2026 │ FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS, BANFF, CANADA
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
We warmly invite you to submit a presentation proposal for consideration at the 2026 ESCA Summer Educational Conference. This annual event brings together business leaders and owners from across the exhibition and events industry for high-level conversations, valuable networking, and impactful learning.
Scheduled for June 28 – July 1 at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff, Canada, the 2026 conference promises to be an unforgettable experience.
What We’re Looking For
Our audience is made up of established professionals—owners, executives, and leaders who have built careers and businesses in this space. As such, we’re seeking advanced-level presentations that speak to the strategic, operational, and innovative challenges faced by today’s industry leaders.
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Presentation Length: 30–45 minutes
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Audience Size: 175+ attendees
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Content Focus: Thought-provoking topics in business leadership, event and exhibition management, or other subjects applicable to senior professionals
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Style: Interactive, engaging, and designed to spark conversation
| CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Leadership & Strategy | Sessions focused on executive vision, leadership development, communication, succession planning, and strategic organizational growth. |
| Operations, Safety & Compliance | Covers regulations, labor law, logistics, safety, risk management, insurance, and operational best practices for show floor execution. |
| Workforce & Professional Development | Focuses on attracting, training, and retaining talent, including mentorship, professional development, and workforce pipeline initiatives. |
| Innovation & Industry Trends | Explores emerging technologies, automation, sustainability, AI, and broader industry trends shaping the future of exhibitions. |
| Culture, Collaboration & DEI | Highlights company culture, DEI initiatives, collaboration across sectors, and building stronger community and member engagement. |
A Note on Timing
We officially accept proposals until January 16, 2026, but we’d love to start reviewing submissions early so we can begin shaping the agenda. If your idea is a great fit, we may reach out before the deadline to start discussions. While final selections will be confirmed in early February, early submissions may be considered for advance booking.
Key Dates
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Proposal Deadline: January 16, 2026
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Initial Notifications: Beginning January 26, 2026
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Final Program Confirmed: February 2026
Proposals will be reviewed by our education committee based on relevance, originality, clarity, and value to attendees. Please note that submitting a proposal does not guarantee selection.