Before the Event

Set Clear Goals
What does success look like for your speaking session? Raising your profile? Sharing new insights? Connecting with procurement professionals?
Define your key objectives and share them with your team.
Plan who you want to meet—target attendees, potential collaborators, or specific sectors—and identify other sessions you want to attend.

Know Your Audience
Research the types of procurement professionals attending. Tailor your presentation and messaging to address their challenges and interests.
Use the delegate list to identify key attendees you want to engage with before and after your session.

Prepare Your Presentation & Materials
Ensure your presentation is clear, engaging, and aligned with the event’s themes of strategy, innovation, and leadership.
Prepare supporting materials like handouts or digital resources—consider QR codes to share slides or additional content.
Practice your talk and prepare to handle questions confidently.

Promote Your Session
Announce your participation across your social channels, email signature, newsletters, and website.
Include phrases like “Catch my session at #PSI26” or “Speaking at Procurement Strategies & Innovation” to boost visibility.
Use official event social media tools to help spread the word.

Create Teaser Content
Share sneak peeks like key topics, insights, or case studies you’ll cover.
Short videos or posts introducing yourself and your session can boost interest before the event.

Network Early
Connect with attendees, fellow speakers, and exhibitors on LinkedIn.
A simple message like “Looking forward to sharing ideas and meeting others at #PSI26!” can open the door for conversations on the day.

During the Event

Be Approachable and Engaged
Smile and be welcoming before and after your session—people appreciate approachability.
Engage with attendees in sessions, workshops, and networking breaks.

Deliver an Impactful Session
Be clear, concise, and interactive where possible.
Encourage questions and participation to make your session memorable.

Capture Contacts and Opportunities
Have a system ready to capture leads or contacts from attendees interested in following up.
Consider using QR codes to share your contact details or presentation materials.

Make the Most of Networking
Use breaks to connect informally with attendees and fellow speakers.
These conversations can lead to collaborations, referrals, or speaking opportunities.

Be Active on Social Media
Share highlights from your session in real time: key points, photos, or quotes.
Use the official event hashtag #PSI26 and tag relevant accounts to boost your reach.

After the Event

Follow Up Promptly
Reach out to new contacts while the event is still fresh.
Personalise your messages—reference your session or discussions you had.
Connect on LinkedIn and invite contacts to webinars, newsletters, or further discussions.

Review and Reflect
Evaluate your session’s impact. Did you meet your goals?
Gather feedback if possible and consider improvements for future speaking opportunities.

Stay Visible
Post a wrap-up on social media or your blog with key insights and memorable moments.
Keep the conversation going to build your profile and network within procurement.