CSCS 2013 Call for Speakers and Sponsors

2013 CSCS Speaker & Sponsor Survey

Thank you for your interest in being a speaker or sponsor at one of the Canadian Society of Corporate Secretaries' (CSCS') 2013 professional development opportunities. CSCS offers its members and non-members professional development through breakfast workshops, lunch & learns and networking events as well as our annual Corporate Governance Conference. The 2013 conference will be held August 18 - 21 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Please carefully complete the following survey. By submitting this survey it is understood that you have read the requirements and commitments, as outlined in the Proposal Guidelines, and agree to these guidelines and conditions if your proposal is selected for a CSCS event in 2013.

All speakers must be prepared to present their information and content in an educational manner, with no reference to commercial endeavours or self-promotion. Service or product providers interested in participating must present in case study format, and have a client representative present to share in the delivery.

CSCS will only be contacting those submitting an accepted proposal. The selection process should be completed by February 28, 2013. Any questions, regarding this survey or the selection process, should be directed to Pamela Smith (T: 416-921-5449 x 303 • 1-800-774-2850 x 303 | E: pamela.smith@cscs.org)

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* 1. Please check the box to indicate what you are proposing. If you are planning to speak at or sponsor more than one event, please respond separately for each event.

Individual, 2013 Annual Conference Session – Submission Deadline: January 8, 2013

Service or Product Provider, 2013 Annual Conference Session ($5,500) – Submission Deadline: January 8, 2013

Individual, 2013 PD Session - Submission Deadline: January 31, 2013

Service or Product Provider, 2013 PD Session ($5,000) – Submission Deadline: January 31, 2013

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* 2. Submitter's Details:

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* 12. Learning Outcomes: List the learning benefits of attending this session (what attendees will walk away with) in at least 3 concise, compelling bullets.

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* 13. Attendee Participation: Describe how the participants will be involved. How will you encourage audience participation?

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* 14. Presenter Headshots: All presenters / co-presenters must provide a high-resolution JPEG photo for promotion online and in print. Do you have one readily available should you be selected?

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* 15. Presenter Biographies: Provide a 50- to 100-word biography. This is required for all presenters and will be posted on-line and printed in professional development or conference programs.

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* 16. References: Provide at least 2 references (for all speakers) who can attest to the quality of the proposed speakers. Ensure that there is a name, title, company, email, and phone number.

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* 1. Please check the box to indicate what you are proposing. If you are planning to speak at or sponsor more than one event, please respond separately for each event.

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* 2. Submitter's Details:

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* 3. Proposed Topic or Title:

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* 4. Preferred Length of Presentation (including adequate time for Q&A):

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* 5. Target Audience Level:

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* 6. Intended Audience:

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* 7. Presenter - Primary

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* 8. Co-Presenter 1 if applicable

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* 9. Co-Presenter 2 if applicable

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* 10. Co-Presenter 3 if applicable

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* 11. Session Abstract: Briefly describe your proposed session in 150 words or less.

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* 12. Learning Outcomes: List the learning benefits of attending this session (what attendees will walk away with) in at least 3 concise, compelling bullets.

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* 13. Attendee Participation: Describe how the participants will be involved. How will you encourage audience participation?

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* 14. Presenter Headshots: All presenters / co-presenters must provide a high-resolution JPEG photo for promotion online and in print. Do you have one readily available should you be selected?

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* 15. Presenter Biographies: Provide a 50- to 100-word biography. This is required for all presenters and will be posted on-line and printed in professional development or conference programs.

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* 16. References: Provide at least 2 references (for all speakers) who can attest to the quality of the proposed speakers. Ensure that there is a name, title, company, email, and phone number.

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* 17. Supporting Documentation: Links to YouTube clips of presentations, company web page, etc.