Welcome to the FABTECH 2023 Chicago Call for Speakers

Deadline: January 27, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST

Welcome to the FABTECH 2023 conference speaker submission site. We appreciate your interest in this world-class event. Please follow the guidelines on this page to submit an abstract for consideration in the 2023 program.

FABTECH conference program managers and advisors will focus selections on industry-relevant content and education. We also look for speakers who are engaging, inspiring and implement practices that will enhance the attendee learning experience.

FABTECH technologies and essential skill topics include: Additive Manufacturing, Automation, Cutting, Finishing, Forming and Fabricating, Job Shop Fabrication, Laser, Lean Principles and Lean Tools, Management, Marketing, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Stamping, Tube & Pipe, Welding Fabrication and Workforce Development.

FABTECH has a strict policy on non-use of commercial abstracts and sales pitches. Click HERE for Speaker Requirements and Guidelines.

Submitting an Abstract:
For all submissions, you must log into the Cadmium Scorecard module (FABTECH abstract management portal).

***PLEASE READ (even if you have previously submitted)***

Due to data privacy and protection, we can no longer save your user data from a previous year. All submitters MUST create a new user account in order to submit for this year's conference. Please create your account by clicking on "New Account" under "To Submit" below.

What you need prior to entering the system:

• Your Name, Address, Phone Number, Position/Title, Company, Credentials
• List of Co-Presenter Names, Emails, Positions, Organizations, Credentials (if applicable)
• Abstract Title
• Abstract
• Biography
• Hi-Res Headshot Photo

Once all three speaker tasks are complete (showing a green check mark) and you click submit, you will receive a confirmation email that your abstract is successfully submitted. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact Lynda Kisell at lkisell@sme.org or 313-425-3106.

After you set up your initial account, you can make changes and/or add submissions by accessing your account under the "Update Existing Submission" section below.

Thank you in advance for your interest in sharing your expertise and knowledge. The FABTECH conference team is proud of its commitment to advancing the future of manufacturing!

Technical Support at CadmiumCD can be reached from 9 AM EST - 9 PM EST at 410.638.9239 or email support@cadmiumcd.com.