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: July 1st 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 conference registration, for yourself, including admission to the Colorado Manufacturing Partners 2025 exposition, keynotes, panels and Happy Hour Networking Reception.
- Receive complimentary attendee passes to extend to guests.
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 at least 60 days prior to the event. You will be notified by email if your presentation is selected.
Presentation Guidelines
Selected speakers will be allotted 20–25 minutes for their presentation, followed by 5–10 minutes for audience Q&A. Presentations should be educational, thought-provoking, and relevant to the event audience. While brief references to your company or product are acceptable, the content must avoid overt commercial promotion or sales-driven messaging.
Recommended formats include:
Case Studies highlighting real-world applications and measurable outcomes
Trend Analyses or Research-Based Insights grounded in data
Actionable Frameworks or Practical How-To Guides
Slide decks are required for all presentations and must be submitted prior to the event. Decks should be visually engaging, avoid dense text, and support the speaker’s key takeaways.
Additional details regarding slide submission deadlines and day-of-event instructions, including AV check-in and microphone setup, will be provided to selected speakers via email prior to event date.
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, and follow us on Linkedin to get important event emails and updates leading up to the show.
