What date and time do I speak? 
You'll find this information on the full conference program page.  

When do I need to be in the room where I present? 
Speakers should be in the room where they are scheduled to speak about 15 minutes before their presentation.

If you are giving an individual presentation, please download it onto the computer at the podium before the session starts.

If you have provided your presentation to us ahead of time, we will have it uploaded to the desktop in your session room. 

If you will be presenting from your own computer, please visit with the AV tech in the room for instructions for when and how to connect to the projector. 

There will be an AV tech on-hand to assist and a Deepwater/Topsides representative to introduce you to the audience. 

Can I use my own template? 
Yes.   We request that you use the Deepwater/Topsides-branded conference template for your opening and closing slides which can be found in theSpeaker Toolkit.  

What should I bring to my presentation? 
Your final presentation on a USB. If you are giving an individual presentation, it should be downloaded to the desktop in the room where you are scheduled to present. An AV tech or Show Management will be able to assist with loading the presentation on the desktop. A slide advancer/laser pointer will be provided.

What audio/visual equipment is provided?
Screen, projector, podium, wireless lapel microphone, slide advancer/laser pointer and a laptop computer. Plan to prepare your presentation in 16:9 format (HD). 

Do I need to prepare handouts? 
That is up to you. 

Am I registered and what is included? 
Speaker registrations include all sessions, meal functions, networking events and access to the exhibit hall during open hours. 

Is there a speaker ready room? 
Yes, a quiet space will be provided to speakers for meeting or preparing their presentations in the Tulip Room.  Snacks and drinks are also provided.  

What are the guidelines for preparing my presentation? 
Please refer to the Preparing Your Presentation button in the Speaker Toolkit