IFE 2027 CALL FOR SPEAKERS & INDUSTRY EXPERTS
BRING YOUR EXPERTISE TO THE CONVERSATION.
IFE is building its 2027 Education Program, and we want your voice in the room.
If you’re a leader, engineer, technical specialist or subject-matter expert in the fastening and assembly industry, we’re inviting you to contribute to the sessions that shape how our industry solves problems, shares knowledge and moves forward together. This isn’t a standard call for presentation submissions.
We’re building a roster of credible industry experts who can lead panel discussions, run technical skills demos, and facilitate strategic workshops for thousands of attendees across the supply chain.
THREE SPEAKING FORMATS
IFE’s 2027 Conference & Education Program offers three distinct formats. You can express interest in more than one, and you don’t need a fully developed session proposal to apply.
Industry Panel
Join a moderated, 60-minute panel discussion alongside other professionals from across the fastening and assembly industry. IFE develops the topics and coordinates the conversation; you bring the perspective and experience.
Location: Insights Stage (Expo Hall)
# of Speakers: 2-4 Panelists + A Moderator
Potential Topics:
- Business operations and industry challenges
- Global supply chain resilience & sourcing
- Manufacturer, distributor and customer relationships
- Quality, standards and compliance
- Leadership, succession and workforce development
- Emerging technologies, AI and automation
- Industry trends & the future of manufacturing and distribution
Skills Training Demo
Deliver a 30-minute, demonstration-led session built around real-world manufacturing, engineering, fastening and assembly applications. These sessions are for technical specialists, engineers, manufacturers and technology providers ready to show attendees how it’s done.
Location: Insights Stage (Expo Hall)
# of Speakers: Up to 2 Speakers
Potential Topics:
- Fastener installation, torque and tension
- Joint design, performance and failure analysis
- Testing, inspection and quality control
- Automation, robotics and assembly equipment
- Materials, coatings and corrosion testing
- Troubleshooting common assembly challenges
- New fastening technologies and production methods
Strategic Workshop
Facilitate a 90-minute, interactive workshop on Wednesday, September 29, the day before the expo hall opens. These sessions dig deeper into major industry and business opportunities, giving attendees practical takeaways they can put to work right away.
Location: Conference Room
# of Speakers: Up to 2 Speakers
Potential Topics:
- From Fasteners to Flight: Aerospace and Defense Supplier Readiness
- Quality Without Compromise: Testing, Standards and Manufacturing Excellence
- Supplier Partnerships: Strengthening Manufacturer, Distributor and Customer Relationships
EXPERTISE WE’RE LOOKING FOR
IFE welcomes experts across a wide range of disciplines, including:
ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
MANUFACTURING & ASSEMBLY
SUPPLY CHAIN, SOURCING, AND DISTRIBUTION
QUALITY, TESTING, AND INDUSTRY STANDARDS
EMERGING TECH & AUTOMATION
BUSINESS OPERATIONS & LEADERSHIP
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
GROWTH MARKETS
(Automotive, EV, Electronics, Semiconductors, Medical Devices, Infrastructure and Energy)
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Strong speakers bring:
Relevant Industry Experience
Objective Educational Insights, Not Sales Pitches
Ability to Engage and Communicate Effectively
Subject-Matter Expertise
Practical Insights & Real-World Examples
Ability to Foster Meaningful Industry Conversations
Exhibitors and sponsors are welcome to apply. Educational participation is based on the quality and relevance of your contribution, not sponsorship or exhibiting status.
HOW TO APPLY
Submitting your interest is straightforward. The 2027 Call for Speakers Application captures:
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Contact and professional information
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Areas of expertise
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Preferred participation formats (select as many as apply)
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Potential topics or contributions
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Relevant speaking, training and industry experience
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Educational value and organizational objectives
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Supporting materials, such as biographies, headshots and presentation examples
Submissions are reviewed by the IFE Conference & Education team. Submission doesn’t guarantee acceptance or participation.
You don’t need a polished session proposal to apply. Tell us about your experience and where you’d like to contribute, and let’s go from there.
YOUR EXPERTISE BELONGS ON THIS STAGE
The fastening and assembly industry runs on the people who understand it best. If that’s you, we want to hear from you.
Questions? Contact our IFE Team at [email protected]