2009 Call for Presentations

 

THIS CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS IS CLOSED.

 

Share your experience and expertise with your colleagues in human resource management at the annual HR Florida Conference and Expo. Others will benefit from your experience while you make a valuable contribution to the profession’s field of knowledge. You are cordially invited to submit a proposal.

HR Florida 2009 Conference & Expo
Monday - Wednesday
August 31 -  September 2, 2009
Rosen Shingle Creek
Orlando, Florida

Deadline for proposal submission: Decembe 5, 2008
Any questions regarding this proposal should be directed to programs@hrflorida.org.

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Representing over 14,000 individual members, the HR Florida State Council is the state affiliate for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM.)  Founded in 1948, SHRM is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management.  The Society has more than 225,000 members and is the global voice of the profession.

 

The HR Florida State Council is a 100% volunteer entity whose primary objective is to support the mission and initiatives of SHRM through education.  In addition to supporting its individual membership, the Council acts as a resource for 28 SHRM affiliated chapters and provides on-going general information and guidance.  The Council is a conduit for human resources professionals to network and share their knowledge with others from around the state. 

Our annual conference is the preeminent event for human resources professionals in the State of Florida.  This year’s event promises to provide informational and educational opportunities of the highest quality to HR professionals.

  • Over 70 Educational Sessions, including Keynotes and Master Series programs

     

  • The largest expo in the Southeast with over 170 exhibitors participating

     

  • Attendance of over 1500 human resources professionals

 

 

 

 

Concurrent Educational Sessions are scheduled for 60 minutes.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SPEAKERS

Complete this 2009 online presentation proposal with all information requested. It is easiest to move to the next line by using your “tab” key. Please make sure all content is entered into the proposal, you are not able to attach extra pages. (A request for a current resume, curriculum vitae or biography may be made at a later date.) Review for accuracy and completeness. The information you furnish may be edited if necessary due to space limitations and will be printed in our brochures, publications and our website. If selected as a speaker, you will receive a speaker’s packet by the end of March containing information such as date and time of your session, hotel/travel information, etc.

More than one presentation may be submitted for consideration; however, one proposal per presentation must be completed.

HR Florida has a tradition of using educational conference sessions as a platform for innovation in the field of human resource management. We look for contributors who are willing to share their expertise without expectation of payment in the spirit of networking, a purpose for which HR Florida was founded. We believe that the size and decision making authority of our audience provides an outstanding opportunity for speakers to increase their visibility and establish valuable contacts with a targeted HR audience.

HR Florida strives to offer a balanced program by selecting proposals that best fit within the framework of the conference.  The programs selected will be based upon the SHRM body of knowledge, the HR competency model, and major socioeconomic trends shaping the workplace.  Alternative views and counterpoint issues are welcome, particularly when lessons learned from first-hand experience are offered as models/examples.

Conference attendees will have access to all concurrent session presentations (either via CD or web.)  If you wish to provide printed handouts, speakers are responsible for providing their own copies.  While handouts to those attending your session are not required, a large majority of our speakers provide them and attendees greatly appreciate them.   If you are selected to present, we will provide you with information on where to ship your handouts prior to the conference if you wish to do so.

Presenters are expected to:

 

  • Meet all deadlines

     

  • Retain session content and audio visual needs as originally submitted

     

  • Not add a co-presenter or change the identity of presenters without permission from HR Florida

     

  • Honor HR Florida’s commitment to provide education by not showcasing or promoting the speaker’s practice, services, or products

     

  • Deliver an original product

  • Respect HR Florida as the sponsoring organization with either positive or neutral comments from the platform

 

 

 

In return, HR Florida will provide to the primary speaker:

 

  • A complimentary conference registration for the day you are speaking, including admission to the expo and  educational sessions.  Pre-conference workshops and evening social events are excluded.  All other expenses are the responsibility of the speaker.

     

  • If you are a published author, HR Florida will make every effort to have your publication available in the conference bookstore (provided on-site.)

     

  • Grant you valuable professional exposure

     

  • Provide you with a copy of the evaluations from your session(s)

     

At the end of your online submittal, you will be asked to accept or not accept the terms of this proposal. You must accept the terms of this proposal to validate your proposal for consideration.

Also, be sure to click SUBMIT at the very end of this online form to send your submittal to the Program Team contact for processing. A confirmation of receipt will appear on your screen and a copy of your entry will be emailed to the email address in the third field of the form. 

PLEASE NOTE: Our system has a 'time-out' feature. To avoid your information being lost, we suggest printing this screen and using it to plan/prepare your CFP before entering.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *
Speaker Certification/Designation
Company *
Address *
City *
State *
Zip *
Work Phone *
Cell Phone *
Fax Number *
Web Site Address
Alternate Contact Name *
Alternate Contact Phone *
Alternate Contact Email *
Presentation Experience
Have you conducted this or a similar presentation for SHRM or similar groups? HR Florida encourages speakers to present unique presentations that have not been repeated with similar audiences.
Hold CTL + Click to make multiple selections.
Past Presentations *
If "Other", Name of Group(s)
If you have not previously presented at HR Florida, please provide a reference from another conference or event at which you have presented. Proof of presentation in the form of program evaluation or video, if available, may be requested at a later date.
Reference Conference or Event
Reference Contact Name
Reference Contact Info

Provide a brief  bio. Please keep in mind that this information will be used in our marketing materials. Include years of experience, educational background and practical experience in the subject matter for yourself.

Speaker Bio *
Are you a current or former human resources practitioner?
Practitioner *
Would you like your contact information listed with your bio on our website?
Contact Info Shown *
Would you like your web site address listed with your bio on our website?
Web Site Address Shown
Session Info
Give serious thought to your session topic, title, session description and session introduction. If you are selected as a speaker, this information will be used for conference brochures and may not be changed later.

The conference educational programs will be based upon the framework of the SHRM body of knowledge and reflect major trends shaping the workplace. The conference committee may combine or eliminate a conference topic at later stages of conference planning. However, this will not affect the selection process. All topics will be considered.

Please select the one track that best fits your session. Click here for a brief description of the tracks to assist you.
Educational Session Tracks *

Choose what best describes the level of knowledge the participants should have to benefit from your presentation:
Attendee Level of Knowledge *
Enter title of session using 8 words or less.  (We encourage speakers to be creative with your program title.)
Title of Session *
Enter the description/objective of the session using 40 words or less. HR Florida reserves the right to edit and/or reduce your session description for promotional brochures. This information will be used in conference program brochure.
Description/Objective of Session *

Sessions conducted by practitioners that include practical, immediately applicable work tools will be given preference. HR Florida seeks presentations that will provide our attendees with information that will improve their effectiveness on the job.

After this session, the attendee will be able to:
Attendee ROI #1 *

After this session, the attendee will be able to:
Attendee ROI #2 *

After this session, the attendee will be able to:
Attendee ROI #3 *
If asked, would you be willing to present your program twice during the conference? (These may be scheduled on different days.)
Present Twice *

Enter your session introduction below. Please keep in mind that this introduction will be used by the session host assigned to you. Include years of experience, educational background, and practical experience in the subject matter for yourself.
Speaker Introduction *
Audio Visual Requirements
All rooms will be set-up auditorium style and will be equipped with the following:
  • LCD projector for PowerPoint presentations (Laptop computers will NOT be provided. You must bring your own.)
  • Screen
  • Wired Lavaliere Microphone
  • Podium w/Microphone

Due to room size the following equipment will not be available: overhead, flip chart, white board and VCR. HR Florida also does not provide internet access.

Other room set-up needs:
Audio/Visual Requirements
Other Room Set-Up Needs

Will you be bringing a technician to assist you with your presentation? Note: You will be permitted one technical assistant; they will be allowed access to your session only. Videotaping of speaker presentations, either by the speaker or attendees, is not permitted without the consent of HR Florida.
Technician *
Technician Name
Bookstore Sales
HR Florida coordinates book orders directly with the conference bookstore. Please provide all book titles and contact information requested below. HR Florida cannot guarantee the availability of speaker books due to publisher restrictions or difficulty in contacting the publisher.

I am interested in having my book(s) sold in the Conference Bookstore (audio and videotapes are not recommended due to damage that may occur in shipping.)
Book Title
Title ISBN Number
Publisher(s)
Publisher Contact Name
Publisher Contact Phone
Publisher Contact Fax
Publisher Contact Email

I will be recommending the following books during my session:

Enter title, author, ISBN number and publisher of recommended book.
Recommended Book #1
Enter title, author, ISBN number and publisher of recommended book.
Recommended Book #2
Agreement and Understanding

By signing this proposal, I understand that:

  • I will not receive a fee or expenses paid for my appearance.
  • If selected, I agree to adhere to the deadline schedule furnished by Conference organizers.
  • I understand that my conference presentation is not a showcase for promotion of my business, practice or product, and I will not "sell" my products or services from the HR Florida speaker platform.
  • I will not conduct this exact presentation to a similar Florida SHRM group within 60 days prior to the conference.
  • I will not change the subject or title of my accepted presentation without the approval from the Conference organizers.
  • Concurrent Session speakers will be required to submit an electronic file of their presentation to HR Florida prior to the event. Additional information concerning deadlines and format will be provided upon acceptance as a speaker.
  • I understand that HR Florida is not responsible for shipping and/or printing charges.
  • I agree to follow the regulations set forth in this agreement.

Be sure to click SUBMIT at the very end of this online form to send your submittal to the Program Team contact for processing.
A confirmation of receipt will appear on your screen and a copy of your entry will be emailed to the email address in the third field of the form. 

Thank you for your interest in the
HR Florida 2009 Conference and Expo!
Agreement and Understanding *
Enter your name followed by your month of birth to serve as your e-signature below. (Example: John Doe, October)
E-Signature




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