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TECH360 2026 Speaker Application

Thank you for your interest in speaking at ITAG’s TECH360 2026, taking place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at The Desmond. TECH360 is an annual business technology conference that brings together leaders and innovators from across Southeastern Pennsylvania. The event showcases the latest developments in technology, workforce, leadership, and innovation, fostering collaboration and the exchange of forward-thinking ideas. Attendees gain valuable insights on how to advance their organizations through technology while connecting with companies, organizations, and technology professionals shaping today’s market.

This year’s theme, Beyond the Hype — Real People, Real Impact, and the Human Side of AI at Work explores what AI in real life truly looks like and focuses on how organizations can adopt AI responsibly while keeping people, purpose, and culture at the center.

AI is reshaping work across every discipline—from HR and operations to finance, engineering, customer experience, and cybersecurity. TECH360 will highlight this wide-ranging impact and spotlight practical approaches that help organizations navigate AI’s real-world challenges and opportunities. Speakers who can offer tangible, relatable insights for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are especially encouraged.

What We’re Looking For:
We welcome sessions that illuminate the human, cultural, and organizational realities of adopting AI—well beyond the theory or buzzwords. We particularly value sessions that actively engage attendees through discussion, hands-on learning, or shared perspectives.

1. Human Centered AI & Workforce Impact

· Workforce transformation and job redesign

· Human AI collaboration and “human in the loop” practices

· Preparing teams for AI: upskilling, reskilling, and building confidence

· Change management and addressing AI related concerns within teams

2. AI ROI & Practical Implementation

· Real implementation stories—including successes, setbacks, and lessons learned

· Responsible AI, governance, compliance, and risk mitigation

· Budget friendly, practical strategies for bringing AI into an SMB environment

3. SMB vs. Enterprise Approaches

· Differences in tools, processes, and governance

· Enterprise insights translated into realistic steps for smaller organizations

· Lessons from organizations at different maturity levels

4. HR & Workforce Leadership

· Workforce planning for an AI first era

· Developing employees and supporting new graduates entering an AI enabled workplace

· Culture, leadership, and human centered transformation

Speaker Guidance & Expectations

To help shape a relevant and high value program, sessions should:

· Prioritize practical, actionable insights grounded in real experience

· Avoid overly theoretical or highly technical content

· Showcase responsible AI use, compliance awareness, and realistic adoption strategies

· Focus on the human impact—how people, teams, and culture evolve with AI

· We especially welcome stories about unexpected outcomes, honest challenges, and meaningful lessons learned.

Website updates for this year's event are coming soon at www.tech360pa.com. TECH360 is presented by the Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG) an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC).

Complete the questions below for consideration by the TECH360 planning committee. The TECH360 planning committee will review each submission; however, we are only able to accommodate applications that best meet our programming needs. The information you provide will be included on the TECH360 website and promotional materials if your proposal is chosen.

We believe that innovation is enhanced by a variety of perspectives, and we are committed to our goal of creating an inclusive, respectful conference environment that invites participation from people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations.

If you have any questions, please contact Marianne Stack, ITAG Project Director, at mstack@ccedcpa.com.
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