SIGiST Speaker Submission Form
When completed please submit this form to Sallyann Cossey: groups@hq.bcs.org.uk &
Isabel Evans: isabel.evans@bcs.org
New speaker mentoring scheme application? New speakers are people who have not spoken publically before at
either a conference or seminar. New speakers should complete this form as best they can. If selected they will work
with a mentor to develop their submission.
Speaker Name(s):
Contact e-mail
Contact Telephone
For use up to and on the day
Contact social media
e.g. twitter, linked in, etc.
Presentation Type:
See http://www.bcs.org/category/10880 for an explanation of presentation types.
Yes /
No
Keynote / standard / workshop / short talk /lightning talk / panel / discussion / fun session
Presentation Title:
Abstract (approx. 150
words):
3 Key Points:
Speaker Biography
(approx. 100 words)
Speaker Experience &
evidence of success at
conference speaking:
Subject matter
experience
Level of talk
Words for use in
Marketing (including
Social Media)
Will you write an article
for The Tester?
A few words for us to
use to as an intro on the
day (approx. 30 words)
Technical / Other
Requirements
on the day
Expenses Policy
NOTE: one speaker only
per presentation may
claim expenses
Notes
Note: First time speakers are welcome.
Suitable audience members are beginners / intermediate / expert testers/ anyone
Yes/no
Have you published a book we could
use as a draw prize on the day?
No/Yes: - ISBN/Title:
Will bring copies myself
E.g. prefer Lectern or Lapel microphone, whether you need Audio, Video, Wifi, Internet,
flipchart/pens, whether your laptop is a Mac or PC:
Any catering needs e.g. vegetarian:
Expenses paid only if negotiated with the programme secretary prior to the event.
UK Speakers:
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no payment to UK based speakers if funded by their own company
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in exceptional circumstances we can pay up to a maximum of £100 if agreed in advance
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We do not pay hotel accommodation for UK speakers
For non UK speakers from:
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Europe – a maximum of £250 as agreed with the Programme Secretary
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Outside Europe – a maximum of £1000 as agreed with the Programme Secretary
Will you require help with expenses (yes / no):
Please bring your laptop for the event (Let us know if this is not possible)
If you already have a conference style photo (head and shoulders) please send it with this form
If you have any questions about submitting this information, please do not hesitate to contact us
using the email addresses at the top of the page.