Call for 2026 Speakers
Share Your Expertise with SITE SoCal
SITE Southern California is curating a speaker lineup for our 2026 Educational Events and we’re inviting innovative ideas, actionable frameworks, and real-world case studies that speak to the incentive travel industry and the broader meetings ecosystem.
Why Speak at SITE SoCal?
- Reach the right audience. Engage senior planners, supplier leaders, and partners who influence MICE programs and spend.
- Build credibility. Earn visibility through our events, social channels, email features, and post-event recaps.
- Shape the conversation. Help set the bar for what great looks like across education, strategy, and execution.
- Create connections. Network with a highly engaged community that values relationships and outcomes.
Topics We’re Excited About
- The business case for incentive travel and measurable ROI
- Business transformation and innovation across M&E
- Tech and AI that improves planning, delivery, and attendee experience
- Sustainability that scales across destinations and budgets
- DEIAB that strengthens teams, programs, and results
- Mental wellbeing and burnout prevention for high-performing teams
- Organizational culture, leadership, and change readiness
- Travel as transformation: designing experiences that matter
We also plan to host one panel in 2026 and welcome panel concepts with diverse perspectives.
What to Submit
Please email Holly Smith (hsmith@mgmresorts.com) with:
- Session title and 2–3 sentence overview
- Three concrete takeaways attendees can use immediately
- Preferred format (keynote, fireside chat, workshop, or panel)
- Speaker bio (150–200 words) and headshot link
- Links to past talks or clips (if available)
Selection approach: rolling review with priority given to early submissions and content that delivers practical value to our planner and supplier community.
Questions? Reach out to hsmith@mgmresorts.com.
We can’t wait to see what you bring to the stage.
