As the UK’s leading event for innovation and technology in the built environment, around 7,000 forward-thinking industry professionals attend DCW each year. They come to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, discover new solutions and forge in-person connections.

The opportunity is yours to become an integral part of the conversation by applying to speak at the show. Submit your ideas before the extended deadline on 28 February 2025 for a chance to present.

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What you need to know

  • Your session proposal must be submitted by the extended deadline on 28 February 2025
  • DCW is a two-day conference and exhibition hosted at Excel London on the 4-5 June 2025. Make sure you and your co-speakers are available to speak on both dates
  • It’s free to submit a speaker proposal and to speak at the event
  • We prefer presentations that are unique to DCW, or that haven't previously been presented in the UK
  • Due to the large number of entries and limited presentation slots, even submissions that meet all the criteria may not be selected

STEP 1. SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL

Submit your proposal via our online form. We welcome diverse perspectives and fresh approaches.

STEP 2. REVIEW AND SELECTION

Our team reviews submissions and selects the most relevant and engaging sessions. You will be notified by email if your session is chosen.

STEP 3. PREPARE YOUR PRESENTATION

Craft your content, visuals, and a memorable delivery to engage your audience.

STEP 4. DELIVER YOUR SESSION

Take to the stage and share your knowledge with an audience of industry professionals.

Topics of interest

We’re open to talks that address any aspect of technology and innovation in the built environment.

DCW is not just about the build phase, we cover the entire built environment, architecture, engineering, construction, and operation.

The theatres

DCW's seminar theatres focus on specific aspects of digital construction.

Choose the one that best aligns with your expertise and session topic. (But be aware that you may not be placed on your first choice of stage.)

Session format

Don’t limit your submissions to a standard presentation. To make your session really stand out, consider a more interactive format.

What you need to apply

There’s just a few things you need to prepare for the application form:

  • Session title (max 10 words) – keep it concise and impactful to grab visitors’ attention
  • Preferred theatre – take a look at the criteria in the drop downs above and decide which stage your session is best suited to (you can select up to two options)
  • Detailed session description (500-750 words) – tell us what people will learn from your session, why it's important, and what makes it stand out. Will you provide a case study or testimonial? Will you use facts, figures, or research to support your presentation? What format will your session take; presentation, workshop, debate, live demo, Q&A? Sessions are expected to last approximately 25 minutes.
  • Session blurb (200 words) – this should be a shorter, snappier version of your detailed summary. This is the text that will be used on the website and in marketing materials. It should encourage visitors to attend and explain what they'll get out of your session.
  • Three key learning points – think about three key things your audience will learn and be able to take away with them
  • Name, job title, and company of the proposed speaker(s)
  • A high-resolution headshot (jpg or png) of the speaker(s)
  • Speaker bio (150 words) – this should relate to their area of expertise and experience in the topic they will cover

Never presented before? No problem

We want to give a platform to new voices in the industry and grow the community. So if you're new to presenting then that’s all the more reason we’d like to hear from you.


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Speaker Support Scheme

We offer a mentorship program to pair you with experienced speakers to help you through the process. Find out more.

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Make your session stand out

If you’re new to presenting, read these tips on how to make your session stand out from the competition.

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Advice for new speakers

Hear what previous speakers had to say about their experience and read their advice for first time speakers.

FAQs

The call for speakers is open until the extended deadline of 28 February 2025.

Yes, we welcome multiple entries! So, don’t be afraid to get creative with your submissions.

Expect to be notified of the status of your application w/c 24th March 2025. Due to the high volume of submissions, we’re unable to provide feedback for individual submissions.

If your entry has been submitted successfully, you will receive an email confirmation. Please check your junk/spam folders if this doesn’t appear in your inbox.

If you have any questions or problems submitting the form, please email [email protected].

What past speakers had to say


Ready to apply?

Ready to share your expertise and inspire at DCW? Apply to speak now and join us in shaping the future of the industry!

Check out our highlights from last year’s event for a glimpse of what to expect at the show.

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