Speaker Dates & Deadlines Login to SSC and Accept Speaker/Recording Agreement – September 5, 2018 Approve session description, and full speaker listing with credentials/job titles/organizations for accuracy – September 5, 2018 Read the – September 10, 2018 Update your Speaker Profile – September 14, 2018 Register for the – October 12, 2018 Use the speaker comp code: WSCOMP This code cannot be shared with anyone else - December 14, 2018 Submit audio/visual needs – December 14, 2018 ATSSA will provide only an LCD projector/screen, microphone for each speaker, and a classroom set for roughly 75 attendees Attend Speaker Briefing (via webinar) - January 10, 2019 (12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EST) Submit Handouts/PPTs - January 14, 2019 Use ATSSA templates provided on the SSC All materials will be reviewed by ATSSA staff Know Your Audience Almost 3,500 roadway safety industry professionals from across the globe are expected to attend the ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, the largest exposition of its kind in the Americas. Attendees hail from 50 countries and the event is also a favorite for state Department of Transportation (DOT) roadway safety experts and key decision makers. The Annual Convention & Traffic Expo represents the highest standard of educational forums and roadway safety in the marketplace. You can expect roughly 40-80 attendees to participate in your session, and session are set with classroom seating unless otherwise requested. Make sure to consider your presentation and advise staff if a different room set is required. Speaker Manifesto We are thankful to you for your willingness to speak at the ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo and are pleased to give you the opportunity to present. Speaking at the conference does come with responsibility to deliver on what was promised and provide a top-notch learning experience to attendees. To that end, we ask that you follow this speaker manifesto to create a supportive and open learning environment. As a friendly reminder, we will send out a conference evaluation to all attendees after the event concludes and will ask for specific feedback and suggestions regarding the
education sessions. We want you to succeed and believe the following tools will help you along the way. Before the event… I will prepare my presentation using an ATSSA-approved PowerPoint (PPT) template. I will provide my presentation to ATSSA for review two weeks in advance of my session. I will notify ATSSA of any changes to my presentation after it has been reviewed. During the event… I will stand up (whenever possible) when presenting. I will always use my microphone and repeat all questions from attendees. I will introduce myself, and the purpose of my session in my opening remarks. I will use the session static before I begin my PPT I will advise the audience to use the convention app I will engage session attendees as active learners rather than passive listeners. I will meet all posted deadlines. I will provide resources and handout materials in advance of my session. I will be energetic and enthusiastic to keep the energy up in my session. I will not engage in any sales pitches. I will not use a competitor’s information unless approved by the competitor. I will not disparage other products or companies. I will not use a vendor logo except on my cover slide (with company info). I will not mention vendor-specific products or services during my session. I will not present verbal or printed pricing information at any time during my session. I will not distribute vendor literature or provide gifts with vendor logo. I will not use statements, harsh language, or pointed humor that disparages the rightful dignity and social equity of any individual or group. Moderator Role If you are participating as a moderator here are the associated with your role- I will work with the session speakers to the convention to ensure everyone is on the same page about the flow and format of the session to be provided. I will become familiar with all speakers that I am to introduce by viewing their bios on the convention website ( ) I will open the session, introduce myself as well as all of the speakers participating in the session. I will use the session static slide before I begin my PPT I will advise the audience to use the convention app I will stand up (whenever possible) when speaking.