Workshop Stage Speaker Application
Apply HereIDDBA education is built around the people and ideas shaping the future of dairy, deli and bakery. We’re looking for experienced industry leaders who bring practical expertise, fresh perspectives and insights our members can put to work.
Speakers may be considered for the IDDBA2027 Workshop Stage, as well as leadership and professional development programs, webinars, and other IDDBA education events.
Topics We're Looking For
We are especially interested in speakers and topics that align with these core areas:
Leadership — Developing people, building high-performing teams, navigating change and leading organizations.
Commercial Growth — Driving sales, improving profitability, merchandising, innovation, customer engagement and growing the business.
Market Intelligence — Consumer insights, emerging trends, industry data, market dynamics and the forces shaping dairy, deli and bakery.
Before applying, please review our guidelines:
We welcome industry leaders from across the perimeter. We’re looking for retailers, manufacturers, brands, foodservice and industry experts who can share meaningful, real-world experience and expertise.
Content should be educational, actionable and relevant. We prioritize speakers who can provide practical takeaways, innovative thinking, compelling stories, trends and strategies that help our members succeed.
We value diverse perspectives. We seek voices from different channels, company sizes, roles and areas of expertise across dairy, deli and bakery.
Solution providers are welcome when they bring an educational perspective or expertise that benefits the industry. Content should not be primarily promotional or sales-driven.
No pay-to-play. Speaker selection is based on the quality and relevance of the speaker, topic and content—not sponsorship or advertising relationships.
Travel expenses are not covered. Speakers are responsible for their own travel, lodging, meals and other expenses associated with participating in IDDBA education programs, unless otherwise communicated in writing by IDDBA.
Submitting an application does not guarantee a speaking opportunity. Applications may be considered for IDDBA2027 or other education opportunities throughout the year.
Apply early. We review opportunities on an ongoing basis, and early submissions allow us to consider your expertise for more programs and formats.
Please use the application form. Due to the volume of submissions, we’re unable to schedule individual briefing calls or respond to inquiries through social media.
We review submissions on a rolling basis and will contact you if your expertise and topic align with an upcoming IDDBA education opportunity.