Session Information · Speaker Agreement Form · Event Registration
Sunday, September 14 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday, September 15 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, September 16 | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday, September 17 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Welcome CMWorld Sponsor Speakers!
This page will serve as the single source of up-to-date information on speaking at the conference. I will also reach out via email to remind you about upcoming due dates or to request any outstanding deliverables. Please feel free to reach out directly to me if you have any questions along the way. I look forward to working with you!
Warmly,
Angelina
THE BASICS
Content Marketing World is October 5 – 7 in Denver, Colorado.
Sponsored sessions will take place on either Monday, October 5 or Tuesday, October 6.
YOUR SPEAKER CHECKLIST
- Submit your session and speaker information here. Please note that the data entered on this form is exactly how it will appear on the CMWorld website and agenda.
- All speakers will be listed on the Speaker Page, in the agenda, and headshots will be used in promotional emails and social media posts.
- You’ll be required to upload a high-resolution headshot that is at least 500x500px to ensure it renders properly on our site.
- Be sure to include a brief biography that you would like to appear with your headshot on the agenda.
This agreement must be signed before the event. Please sign here.
Register for the event by filling out this form. Please note that this form is intended for the speaker only.
- We ask that you please register, so we can provide you with your complimentary pass to the conference.
- Note: you must register with the same email you used to complete your speaker submission.
The CMWorld agenda is now live. If you don’t see your session posted once the agenda has gone live, I am likely waiting for additional speaker or session information. Reach out if you’re not sure.
Please note, after you submit your session information, I aim to publish it within 2 business days.
Lastly, session times can change slightly in the weeks and months leading up to the event. For the most up-to-date time and location, check the agenda. If there is a major change in your presentation day or time, you will be notified via email.
The speaker party is on Sunday, October 4 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Please RSVP here.
You must upload your presentation by Wednesday, September 24. More information to come.
Speakers must check-in at the Speaker Ready Room at least 4 hours prior to their scheduled presentation.
Hours and additional information to come.
IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES
- Due now
- Submit your session and speaker information
- Include a 500 x 500px speaker headshot and 100-word speaker biography in your submission
- Due by Friday, September 4
- Sign the speaker agreement
- Register for CMWorld
- Session and speaker information final deadline
- Due by Wednesday, September 24
- Final presentation due
- Instructions to come
- Monday, October 5 - Wednesday, October 7
- Content Marketing World
REGISTRATION
Speakers should register for the event here. Please note this process is for speakers only. All other attendees should register following the instructions in the exhibitor portal.
CONFERENCE THEME
PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS
We know you are pros at this, but we’ve included a few speaker guidelines to keep in mind as you prepare. Your audience will have high expectations and, well, so do we!
- 30-minute sessions: Aim to deliver a 25-minute presentation with 5 minutes for Q&A
- 10-minute expert insight: Aim to deliver a 10-minute presentation with no time for Q&A
- Your presentation must be in a PowerPoint document, in 16:9 aspect ratio
- If you would prefer to build your slides in Keynote, Google Slides, etc. please export it as a PowerPoint (preferred) or PDF
- You may use any style of slides for your presentation. If you wish to use the CMWorld PowerPoint template, we will provide one.
- When your presentation is ready please upload it following the appropriate instructions.
- Final presentations are due by Wednesday, September 24.
PRESENTATION TIPS
We know that presenting directly to attendees is extremely valuable for you and your company. Please understand that our attendees are eager for education, practical guidance, and thought leadership vs a sales pitch. That doesn’t mean you can’t/shouldn’t mention your company or product, but please stay focused on industry challenges and solutions if you want to please these prospects. To help, we have included some of our best presentation tips below.
One of our top-rated sponsored speakers at CMWorld 2025 was Omar Akhtar. Check out his video below for an example of how to present sponsored content in a way that feels organic, useful, and interesting to attendees.
MORE DETAILS
EACH SESSION ROOM WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT:
- Podium
- 16:9 screen
- Wireless lavalier microphone (1 per speaker)
- LCD projector
- Wireless remote slide advancer
- A PC laptop preloaded with your presentation
- Audio capabilities for videos
- Note: If you require additional or specialized equipment, please note this on your Speaker Agreement

