nominate a speaker
Would you like to suggest a speaker for the Festival? We welcome suggestions for speakers for a number of different formats, including keynotes, fireside chats or as an expert speaker on a panel.
What we’re looking for:
Visionary thought leaders, experts in their field, underrepresented voices, inspiring creatives, international figures we can learn from.
Keep reading for details, and submit your speaker suggestions via the link below!
FAQs
I’m a PR/Agent, can I submit my client?
Yes, but please make this clear in the form and also check the box that confirms that you have access to this speaker
Can I suggest speakers for the MacTaggart or Alternative MacTaggart?
Absolutely! Fire away.
Do I need to have a specific session in mind?
No, you are free to suggest a speaker that we can assign to an appropriate session.
If you do wish to submit a session idea you can find details on how to do so here.
Will I get a response to my suggestion?
We anticipate a high number of speaker suggestions, so we may not be able to respond to them all, but if you are pitching a client or someone you have access to, rather than just someone you’d like to see as an audience member, then we will respond.
Do I need to have a clear sense of what format the speaker would be best for?
No, this is something that can – and probably will – be determined by wider editorial considerations.
Can I suggest myself as a speaker?
Of course you can!