

Speak at the Expo
Share your expertise at COMP2025. We’re seeking industry leaders, innovators, and experts to present groundbreaking advancements, emerging trends, and transformative strategies shaping the future of manufacturing.
Submit your abstract summary for consideration today
Submission Deadline: April 6th, 2025

Calling Industry Thought Leaders
Are you at the forefront of solving manufacturing’s greatest challenges?
COMP2025 invites industry leaders, innovators, and experts to share their knowledge and insights at Colorado’s premier manufacturing exposition.
Whether you’ve developed cutting-edge solutions, pioneered new technologies, or implemented transformative strategies in the space, we want to hear from you.
Solving Today’s Biggest Manufacturing Challenges
Abstracts to address research, case studies and/or applications in any of the following:
Supply Chain Disruptions – Manufacturers frequently face issues such as material shortages, delays, or rising transportation costs due to global disruptions and geopolitical factors.
Labor Shortages – Attracting and retaining skilled workers remains a significant challenge, with a growing skills gap and an aging workforce impacting productivity.
Rising Costs – Escalating costs of raw materials, energy, and labor put pressure on profit margins, forcing manufacturers to find ways to improve efficiency.
Technological Advancements – Adopting and integrating Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, automation) can be complex and require significant investment.
Sustainability and Environmental Regulations – Meeting environmental standards and adopting sustainable practices to reduce emissions and waste is both a challenge and a necessity.
Quality Control and Product Consistency – Ensuring high standards of quality while scaling production can be difficult, especially with diverse supply chains and automated processes.
Cybersecurity Risks – Increasing reliance on digital systems exposes manufacturers to potential cyberattacks and data breaches, jeopardizing operations and sensitive information.
Customer Expectations – Customers demand faster delivery, more customization, and greater transparency, requiring manufacturers to adapt quickly to meet these needs.
Global Competition – Competing with manufacturers in low-cost regions while maintaining quality and innovation creates constant pressure for differentiation.
Economic Uncertainty – Fluctuations in market demand, inflation, and economic instability make long-term planning and investment decisions challenging.
Exposure, Recognition and Complimentary Benefits
Connect with industry professionals, decision-makers, and peers while establishing yourself as a thought leader in the manufacturing community.
- Attract the attention of key industry leaders and decision-makers
- Position your company as a content authority and subject matter expert
- Showcase your company’s technology and innovative processes
- Gain industry-wide exposure through event marketing support
- Make new connections and network with peers from throughout the United States
- Receive one (1) complimentary full-conference registration, for yourself, including admission to the Colorado Manufacturing Partners 2025 exposition, keynotes, panels and reception.
The Evaluation Process
Committee to evaluate submitted abstracts based on the following criteria:
- Overall quality
- Relevance to the industry
- Well-defined focus within the program track structure
- Practical applications of material
- Timeliness of the topic
- Speaker qualifications
Note: Presentations must be educational in nature. Sales presentations will not be accepted. The final program selections and notifications will be made five months prior to the event. You will be notified by email if your presentation is selected.
Presentation Guidelines
Plan to deliver your 20-minute presentation with a brief introduction. Allow 5-10 minutes for questions from the audience.
To begin your application, complete the form at the top of page and click submit.
Please Note: Presenting at this event is considered voluntary without compensation for speaking or travel.
Speaker Schedule
Check back soon for confirmed speakers and topics at COMP2025 or pre-register your attendance now (free) to get key emails and updates leading up to the show.