MNCPA Speaker Opportunity Form

The MNCPA seeks experienced professionals with strong presentation skills and technical expertise to speak at our educational programs for CPAs and financial professionals. We offer in-person, hybrid and virtual programs with audiences ranging from 10 to 1,000 attendees. Speakers should be mid-to-senior level and understand that presentations must be educational, not promotional.

For additional information or questions, contact Heidi Janssen, CPE Program Manager at hjanssen@mncpa.org.

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* 1. Please provide your contact information:

Name

Company

Address

City/Town

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. Please attach your professional biography

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* 3. Please attach your professional headshot

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* 4. Your social media handles or website, if applicable (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube)

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* 5. Sample speaking engagements (e.g., Link to YouTube)

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* 6. My general area of expertise is in (check all that apply):

Accounting & auditing

Advisory services

Banking

Business law

Business management

Economics

Ethics

Government

Insurance

Leadership/personal development

Not-for-profit

Personnel/HR

Tax

Technology

Other (please specify)

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* 7. I am interested in presenting (check all that apply):

Conference breakout session (typically 50, 75 or 100 minutes. These are offered in conjunction with other breakout sessions).

Conference general session or keynote (typically 50 or 75 minutes).

Webinar (typically 1 to 8 hour stand alone programs, can be in-person, hybrid or virtual).

Writing an article on your topic of expertise.

Other (please specify)

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* 8. We have program sponsorship opportunities available, including exhibitors. Please select your level of interest and a member of our business development team will contact you (check all that apply).

Yes, I am interested in sponsoring a webinar.

Yes, I am interested in sponsoring a conference session.

Yes, I am interested in sponsoring other opportunities.

No, I am not interested in sponsorship opportunities.

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* 9. Typically, speaking engagements are done on a volunteer/gratis basis. For certain programs, the MNCPA provides a speaking fee/honorarium. Do you require a speaking fee/honorarium?

Yes

If yes, please provide your speaking fee/honorarium range:

Example of a Program/Session Description:
"Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Public Finance Management"
Explore the basics of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential in public financial management. Join Baker Tilly for a panel discussion about the uses, risks and rewards of AI, aiming to demystify complex concepts and practical applications. Learn to assess your organization’s readiness for effective AI adoption. Explore real-world examples that illustrate how public leaders have successfully leveraged AI to enhance decision-making and improve transparency. Understand the benefits, required skills, challenges and risks of AI.

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* 10. Program title

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* 11. Program description

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* 12. Program audience (what group of people the program is designed for):

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* 13. Program level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Overview

Update

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* 14. If you have more programs to submit, please upload them here.

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* 15. Please list any relevant or past speaking engagement experience:

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* 16. Please list any additional requirements you have for speaking:

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* 17. Please upload any documents that are relevant to your speaking experience:

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* 18. Are you an MNCPA member?

Yes

No, but I am interested in becoming a member