YOUR IDEAS
WELCOME
YES, YOU! AWE is always seeking informative presentation proposals from the global XR community. If you’ve ever wondered “Would my talk idea be a good fit,” please apply!
INSPIRE US. The AWE audience is incredibly engaged in the XR industry and the best talks are those that inform, educate, or inspire.
NO SALES PITCHES! We expect case studies or similar presentations with end users/clients that encourage attendees with actionable takeaways.
REACH out to [email protected] if you have questions related to speakers or agenda.
APPLY
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN for AWE EU 2025 by applying here. Applications for AWE USA and ASIA are available by navigating to those events in the top left of the browser.
Please note that while it's not exclusive, speaker preference at the Asia and EU events is given to XR professionals from those regions.
EU
SPEAKER
TIMELINES
AWE
IMPACT
2K+
ATTENDEES
Projected visitors at
AWE EU 2024
120+
PRESS
Projected press
attendance.
125+
SPEAKERS
at nearly 50%
gender parity.
SPEAKER
EXPECTATIONS
Be open to submission feedback.Each submission receives careful review and speakers receive feedback that will help you develop interesting, lively content. We want you to succeed!
Be prepared to spend time developing a quality presentation.Total estimated preparation time will vary for each session. If you are approved, please plan enough time to prepare an engaging presentation. This includes preparing slides, meeting with co-presenters, and submitting your presentation via the portal before the deadline (approximately two weeks before the event).
Adhere to our Code of Conduct.We support a diverse community and our program reflects this. Professionals of all experience levels and backgrounds are encouraged to participate.
YOU
SHOULD
KNOW
Yes. Our in-person events are fantastic opportunities to network, try new tech, and collaborate with other XR professionals. For speakers who cannot attend in person, we have online speaking opportunities throughout the year.
The agenda is published approximately 2 months prior to the event.
While length of talks depends on several factors, typically sessions are between 20 - 55 minutes. We'll work with you to find the right amount of time for your presentation.
Types of presentations include case studies (what worked and what didn't), tutorials, interviews with industry experts, and demos. We also feature lightning round sessions with creators, pitches from start-up founders, and more.
Format of presentations include solo talks, joint presentations, fireside chats, and panels. We're always open to new ideas so please reach out if you'd like to submit a proposal!