Speak at
ETHDenver 2024
ETHDenver's Speaker Application serves as an open call Community Members for speaking proposals, where #BUIDLers, thought leaders, and industry professionals can submit their session ideas for consideration at ETHDenver 2024.
Apply to SpeakHow it works
The Speaker Application allows members of ETHDenver's Community of Communities to submit programming ideas for ETHDenver, which will take place from February 23 to March 3, 2024.
Proposals for ETHDenver 2024 will be collected during the submission period. These submissions are then assessed by experts within ETHDenver's Community of Communities who offer feedback on all of the ideas that are submitted.
The final decision is made by ETHDenver's Content Stewardship.
Important Dates
December 1 1:00 pm MST: Submission Opens
January 14 11:59 pm MST: Submission Closes
January 15 12:00 am MST: Community Waitlist Opens
February 15 11:59 pm MST: Community Waitlist Ends
Application FAQ
Apply to SpeakThe application form is segmented into six steps, and we highly recommend downloading the PDF version of the application to carefully consider your proposal before submission.
Session Features
Apply to SpeakChoosing the appropriate session features for your proposal idea is important because they define your session's audience.
Formats
Featured Session (60 Minutes, 3-4 Speakers includes moderator)
A dynamic and diverse discussion offering multiple viewpoints on a particular topic, followed by audience Q&A. Four speakers max (including a moderator, if applicable).
Panels (40 Minutes, 3-4 Speakers includes moderator)
A dynamic and diverse discussion offering multiple viewpoints on a particular topic. Four speakers max (including a moderator, if applicable).
Fireside Chat (30 Minutes, 2 Speakers)
An in-depth and rich dialogue in an interview or fireside chat format that discusses and dissects work and insights on a particular topic. Two speakers max (including a moderator, if applicable).
Solo Presentations (20 Minutes, 1 Speaker)
A short solo presentation highlighting new and emerging ideas.
Solo Technical Workshops(20 Minutes, 1 Speaker)
A short solo Technical Workshop highlighting new and emerging ideas.
Creative Expression (20 Minutes, 1-2 Speakers)
Tracks
Infrastructure + Scalability
Defi, NFTs, + Gaming
Impact + Public Goods
DAOS + Communities
Identity, Privacy + Security
Diversity Guidelines
Apply to SpeakDiverse speakers play an important role in shaping our proposal evaluation process. The most captivating sessions are those that encompass a wide range of viewpoints. When selecting speakers, please consider the following fundamental diversity criteria:
- Gender diversity.
- Ethnic diversity.
- Geographic and occupational diversity among speakers.
- Diverse perspectives and opinions.
We acknowledge that certain sessions may benefit from a more concentrated representation of a specific group, and we will assess such cases individually.
Selection Process
Apply to SpeakAll ideas submitted during the ETHDenver Community Innovation Festival's call for proposals go through a two-step review process.
Community Reviewers
First, the submissions are evaluated by Community Content Reviewers - a panel of global industry experts who provide insights and assessments. Core to ETHDenver's "Community of Communities" philosophy, your peers review content proposals in real-time, giving our Content Stewardship critical input on what should be featured on stage.
Content Stewardship
Next, the Content Stewardship leverages their extensive experience covering blockchain's most significant developments at events like ETHDenver, Nearcon, and more. They review the Community Reviewers' proposals for final invitations, identifying journalists and influencers who can fill any gaps in relevant topics. The Stewardship aims to strike a blend between newcomers and seasoned speakers, and sponsored content and community merit content.
The Content Stewardship aims to see ETHDenver 2024 content at the main event Feb 29 - March 3, 2024 be:
50% Sponsored Content
50% Community Merit Based Content.
Sponsor Proposals
Official 2024 Sponsor Content Proposals that are a part of your sponsorship package should only be submitted through the Sponsor Speaking Application Form. Please reach out to your Sponsor Concierge for the correct form.
If you submit a sponsor proposal using the community proposal form, it will be treated as a community proposal and not as a sponsor proposal.
Community Proposals
Are you an ETHDenver community member with an innovative idea you want to showcase at our Community Innovation Festival? We welcome proposals from all members looking to contribute programming as part of the festival experience.
Sponsors should not use the Community Proposal form. Please contact your sponsor concierge for the correct form.