2023 OML Annual Conference Speaker Request For Proposals
The Oklahoma Municipal League is soliciting session proposals for the 2023 OML Annual Conference that will be held in Oklahoma City, September 19-21. We encourage you to take advantage of this exciting opportunity to share your ideas, knowledge and expertise with this important audience!
Who Can Submit
Submissions from any individual, group, business or organization, are welcome through May 19. Please remember that all sessions require a well-conceived presentation, good visuals, and a great deal of rehearsal!
How It Works
All proposals submitted online through the proposal form will be considered. As there is a limit to the amount of words allowed within the title and description of each proposal, it may be helpful to draft the proposal in a word-processing program like MS Word first, then paste the final version into the online form.
Target Audience
This educational event is designed to keep elected officials and city managers up-to-date on issues of importance to them and to their cities.
Getting Started
Secrets To Great Proposals
You can increase your chances of being accepted by preparing a thorough, thoughtful and complete proposal that tells how your session would help city leaders and those who work within city governments to improve their careers and communities. When preparing your proposal, consider the following elements:
Is the topic new and/or critical for local government?
Will it draw a wide audience?
Will this issue stimulate action and further important discussion?
Does the panel reflect the diversity of Oklahoma cities (north/south, large/small, urban/rural)?
Take a few minutes to review these tips for successful proposals
Think big
Vary the viewpoint
Pare down the panel
Speaker skills matter
Plan for a crowd
Try something new
Interact with the audience
Fill in the blanks
Quality counts
Types of Proposals
Sessions may be scheduled as a general session or concurrent session at OML's discretion. Select one of the available formats listed below that best fits your topic and desired outcomes or propose an alternative session format.
Keynote Speaker
This format permits approximately 45 - 60 minutes of an engaging presentation by a single speaker. Depending on time restrictions, the presentation may be followed by approximately 15 minutes of questions and answers with the audience or a moderator. Propose a Keynote Speaker
Panel Discussion
Panels consist of a moderator and a maximum of three speakers who participate in a 60-minute engaging presentation and discussion followed by approximately 15 minutes of questions and answers. Propose a Panel Discussion
Speed Sessions
Fifteen (15) minute bursts of information on one topic by one speaker followed by five (5) minutes of questions & answers. Typically, these engaging presentations are based on focused projects or personal experience. Propose a Speed Session
Facilitated Discussion
An interactive conversation with attendees on the selected topic. A facilitator may offer a maximum of a 10-minute presentation on which the issue/concern is framed for the attendees and then guide the discussion with prepared questions. At the conclusion of the discussion, the facilitator will spend some time summarizing key findings, suggestions, and points. In total, this session is scheduled for 75 minutes. Propose a Facilitated Discussion
Alternative Format
Be creative! If your session does not fit one of the above formats, this is your opportunity to propose something different. Please be sure to provide the time, room setup, and other important details. Alternative formats will be accommodated based on interest level, space and set-up availability. Propose an Alternative Format
Submission Requirements and Review
Submissions will be reviewed by a conference planning committee.
OML reserves the right to modify accepted proposal session titles, descriptions, presenters or other elements as necessary to insure balance, quality and enhance marketability. If an originally accepted speaker cancels, the session may be disqualified. Additional speakers not included in the original proposal are not permitted to be added without review and approval.
Successful Proposal Considerations
Registration and Speaker Policy
The Oklahoma Municipal League is unable to provide complimentary registration or any reimbursement of expenses, travel, or other compensation. We recognize and deeply appreciate your interest and commitment. The success of our program depends on the efforts of practicing professionals willing to volunteer their time to professional education.
Privacy Policy
We value your privacy and will never share any of your personal information nor sell your e-mail address to an outside party.
Deadline - May 19