SPEAKER RESOURCES
QUICK LINKS TO YOUR SPEAKER ESSENTIALS
To help you make the most of your speaking opportunity, we’ve put together everything you need — from presentation templates to promotional tools — to ensure a seamless and impactful experience. Explore the sections below, and let’s get ready to inspire the future of automation together!
OFFICIAL AUTOMATE POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Please note that the use of the official Automate PowerPoint template is required for all presentations at the Automate Conference to ensure consistency and uphold the integrity of the educational program. If you are presenting on the Show Theater or Innovation Stage, you may choose to use either the Automate template or your company's own template. Please upload your PowerPoint presentations by Friday, May 22, 2026.
AUTOMATE LOGOS
Incorporate our official Automate logos into your promotional materials. The .zip files below include an assortment of the official Automate 2026 logos that can be used on both light and dark backgrounds.
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CREDLY BADGES
NEW this year, Automate Conference speakers will receive an official digital badge through Credly. If you have been accepted to speak at the Automate Conference, you will receive an email from Credly inviting you to claim your badge.
Alternatively, you can also claim your badge by creating or logging into your Credly account using the same email address you provided in your speaker form. Once logged in, the badge should appear under your pending badges for you to accept.
After claiming your badge, we encourage you to share it on LinkedIn to highlight your expertise and participation as an Automate Conference speaker.
BEST PRACTICES & SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS
As a speaker at Automate 2026, your insights are shaping the future of automation. To help you maximize your impact, we've compiled essential best practices and marketing strategies.
SHARE BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER
Promote your talk early with speaker resources, share live updates at the event, and follow up with key takeaways.
USE #AUTOMATE2026
Amplify your reach by tagging #Automate2026 or #AutomateShow when sharing why people won’t want to miss your session.
USE HIGH-QUALITY VISUALS
Remember: Social posts with images or videos perform significantly better than text-only updates. Download show images or conference/show theater images.
ENGAGE WITH YOUR AUDIENCE
Create a dynamic conversation around your session by asking questions, running polls, and inviting group discussions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is the PowerPoint submission deadline several weeks before the event?
Presentation materials are due four weeks prior to the event to allow adequate time for review and testing. With more than 200 presentations to manage, each deck is reviewed to ensure it aligns with event guidelines — particularly for Conference sessions, which must remain educational and non-commercial. We test fonts, embedded videos, animations, and formatting to confirm proper display on event equipment and minimize onsite technical issues. Presentations are also organized and cataloged across multiple agendas and session tracks to support seamless coordination with our AV partner.
After review, feedback may be provided and revisions requested. The advance deadline ensures speakers have time to make any necessary updates.
Minor edits (such as typo corrections or small clarifications) may be accommodated after the deadline with prior consent from the conference team. Major content changes are not permitted after the deadline.
The submission deadline is communicated to all speakers upon confirmation, so expectations are clear from the outset.
Do I need to use the Automate PowerPoint template?
We ask that all Conference speakers use the Automate-branded PowerPoint to maintain consistency. Download it here. Show Theater and Innovation Stage speakers can either use the Automate-branded PowerPoint or their company branded template.
When should I upload my presentation?
Submit your slides by Friday, May 22, 2026 using the portal for your specific event: Upload Conference presentations here, Show Theater presentations here, and Innovation Stage presentations here.
What’s the best way to promote my session?
Use our social media assets, speaker badges, email template, and event logos to spread the word.
Where can I find my session details?
Your session date, time, and location are available in your speaker confirmation email and on the Automate website.
When should I arrive for my session?
Arrive at least 20 minutes early to check in and ensure your presentation is set up.
Will there be A/V support?
Yes, all stages and session rooms are equipped with a projector screen, microphones, speaker timer, and slide advancer. A/V techs will be available for assistance.
How can I increase engagement during my session?
Keep slides minimal, tell stories or provide actionable takeaways, and interact with your audience through Q&As at the end.
Will my session be recorded?
No sessions will be livestreamed. Show Theater sessions will be recorded in full for distribution after the event. Innovation Stage and Conference sessions will not be recorded in full, but some sessions may be partially recorded for archival and B-roll purposes, intended for A3's internal use only.
Who do I contact about other show and exhibit related questions?
You can reach out to the events team at [email protected].
What is the print deadline, and how does it affect me as a speaker?
The deadline for inclusion in printed event materials is April 30, 2026. Printed materials include onsite signage, banners, directory pages, and branded collateral. As a speaker, your bio and session details may be featured in these materials, so any updates must be submitted no later than this date to ensure accuracy. Changes received after April 30, 2026, will not be reflected in print.
Electronic updates, including revisions to the event website and mobile app, will be accepted through June 19, 2026. To ensure your information appears correctly across all materials, please finalize your details by the print deadline.
Can I bring support staff to my session?
Any support staff can attend your sessions as long as they are registered for the Show and/or Conference (requires additional registration and fee).
Can I bring another speaker/partner to my session to co-present?
We are open to accommodating co-presenters, but you will need prior written consent from the conference team. Please email your request to: [email protected].
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