ConnexFM’s Education Program is one of the pillars of the association, and your team’s expertise is the foundation of that pillar.
We are calling for educational presentations at the ConnexFM National Conference in 2027, and that means we want you to bring us your best ideas and your greatest lessons learned, positioning you as an industry thought leader and technical strategist for attendees.
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
WHAT YOU SHOULD SUBMIT
General presentation ideas that are built around one of the four education tracks we have focused on during ConnexFM 2027. The submission should include the topic and details of your presentation, the goal it is trying to achieve, and not be geared toward selling your products or services.
WHO CAN SUMBIT
Any active ConnexFM membership holder can submit a presentation idea that meets presentation guidelines.
FORMATS TO FOLLOW
Lightning Talks | 15-20 mins.
Fast-paced presentations focused on one big idea, emerging technology, industry trend, or timely topic. Ideal for sharing a powerful insight without a deep dive.
Breakout Sessions | 30-45 mins.
Focused educational sessions that explore a topic in depth and provide practical strategies, lessons learned, or actionable takeaways.
Interactive Workshops | 60-75 mins.
Hands-on learning experiences where attendees engage with tools, templates, exercises, or processes to build skills they can apply immediately.
Facilitated Roundtables | 45 mins.
Peer-driven discussions centered on a specific challenge, trend, or opportunity. Best for guiding conversation and encouraging shared insights over traditional presentations.
Great presentations do not have to fit into only one level. Many sessions combine foundational knowledge with advanced strategies, depending on the audience and topic.
LEVELS OF EDUCATION TO CONSIDER
ConnexFM 2027 presentations are designed to serve professionals at different stages of their careers. When submitting your proposal, keep in mind the level of knowledge, experience, and practical application your session provides.
Foundational
Best for topics that introduce key concepts, terminology, and essential knowledge for professionals building their FM expertise.
Operational
Focused on practical application. These sessions help professionals apply skills, processes, and best practices in their day-to-day roles.
Advanced
Designed for professionals looking to optimize performance, analyze challenges, and improve existing programs or processes.
Strategic / Expert
Built for experienced leaders and subject matter experts shaping industry direction, developing strategy, and sharing advanced insights.
GET ON TRACK
ConnexFM 2027 is separating its speaking topic categories into four education tracks to promote synergy and relevance among topics. Your submission only needs to check the boxes for one of the four tracks and provide well-rounded value to the FM community. You can get a summary of each track below, as well as use the following link for a full overview guide on presentation submission requirements and guidelines.
Hover over each track below to learn more or download the Submissions Guide for further details.
Building Systems & Smart Technology
From the physical systems that keep facilities running to the digital platforms that make them smarter, this track explores the technical foundations and advancements that shape modern facility management.
Ideal for presentations that connect technical expertise with smarter, more efficient facility operations.
Risk, Compliance & Sustainability
Navigate the evolving regulations, reporting requirements, and sustainability initiatives that help protect organizations, improve resilience, and support long-term operational success.
Ideal for presentations that help organizations manage risk, meet evolving requirements, and advance sustainability goals.
Operations, Vendors
& Financial Management
Deliver efficient, scalable facility operations while balancing vendor performance, contracts, and financial responsibility across multi-site portfolios
Ideal for presentations focused on operational excellence, vendor partnerships, and financial stewardship in facility management.
Leadership & Business Strategy
Lead with confidence by developing the communication, strategic thinking, and business insight needed to position facility management as a driver of organizational success.
Ideal for presentations focused on leadership, organizational strategy, and the future of facility management.
LIVE DEMO LAB
Demo Labs transform technical presentations into interactive learning experiences. Bring your equipment, technology, or expertise to life through live demonstrations that let attendees see, ask questions, and engage with facility systems in action.
What Does a Demo Lab Feature? 30- and 60-minute demonstrations tailored to hands-on learning. Interactive equipment and technology, from HVAC and fire protection to digital system integration, showing how mediums like AI and control systems interact. Dedicated demonstration spaces designed for hands-on, real-time learning. Onsite facility demonstrations, using the venue's own building systems where appropriate. Direct audience engagement, allowing attendees to observe, ask questions, and learn from experienced professionals.
If your presentation has show-and-tell energy, the Demo Lab is the opportunity to make it unforgettable.
Non-Commercialization Policy
Education Sessions Are Not Sales Pitches
ConnexFM education is built on trust: attendees come to learn from peers, not to sit through a vendor pitch. All accepted sessions must comply with our non-commercialization policy. Sessions found to be promotional in nature may be removed from the schedule and repeat violations may affect future speaking eligibility.
Specifically, sessions may not:
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Promote, endorse, or sell a specific company's product or service.
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Use company logos, product names, or branded screenshots as the visual identity of the presentation.
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Frame the session's core takeaway around “why you should use [Company]” rather than the underlying concept, methodology, or outcome.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2027 PREMIER SPONSOR
