speaker guidelines

All presentations for the Chemical Diversion Conference will be held in the Sky Room at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC). The Sky Room is most easily accessed via the Grey Street Entrance at the BCEC.


IMPORTANT SPEAKER DATES

Speaker Registration Due: Friday 9 June 2023
Speaker Headshot Image Due: Friday 9 June 2023
PPT Presentation Due: Friday 9 June 2023


AUDIO VISUAL

Basic audio visual will be provided as follows:

  • Stage with steps
  • Data projector and screen (16:9 ratio)
  • Lectern and microphone
  • Wireless clicker for advancing PowerPoint slides
  • The ability to connect your laptop directly into the AV system at the lectern. Please note with this option you will not be able to view your notes on your laptop.

There will be an audio-visual technician in the room to assist with loading your presentation and any last-minute technical checks.

Please advise Amber if you require any additional AV equipment other than what is listed above.

 

ROOM LAYOUT

The Sky Room will be set with cabaret style seating.


HEADSHOT IMAGE AND BIOGRAPHY

Please send your headshot image to amber@icebergevents.com.au to accompany your speaker biography on the conference website. Your biography will also be used for your introduction at during the conference. If your headshot, name and biography cannot be published on the conference website you will only be required to supply your biography. 

Please provide your headshot image and biography prior to Friday 9 June 2023.


RECORDING

Your presentation will be recorded for archival and training purposes. These recordings will remain the property of the ACIC.

 

PRESENTATION INSTRUCTIONS

The length of your presentation is determined by the program, please view the program here. 

Please allow time for Q&A at the conclusion of your presentation. 

Videos are to be embedded in your slide rather than inputted as external links.

Note: PowerPoint presentations are required in 16:9 (widescreen) format. Please feel free to contact Amber Strathdee via amber@icebergevents.com.au should you require assistance with ensuring your presentation is in this format. 

Tips for Creating your PowerPoint Presentation

Body Text:

  • Use a font that is easy to read. Arial, Verdana or Calibri tend to be the easiest to read on screens
  • Font should be no smaller than 18pt
  • Align text left. Centered text is harder to read
  • Write in point form, not complete sentences
  • Include 4-5 bullet points per slide
  • Avoid wordiness and clutter: A headline, a few bullet points, maybe an image – anything more than that and you risk losing your audience

Headings:

  • Heading font should be bigger than your body text

Colour:

  • Put dark text on a white background. This is easiest to read. If you must use a dark background – for instance, if your company uses a standard template with a dark background – make sure your text is quite light (white, cream or light grey) and increase the font size

Images, Charts and Diagrams:

  • A chart, diagram or image can often convey much more to your audience than text
  • Don’t use low resolutions images as these can appear blurry on the screen

Slide Timing:

  • Use 1-2 slides per minute of your presentation

 

If you have any questions about your presentation please contact Amber at amber@icebergevents.com.au.