Call for Speakers
Submissions due – Friday, April 9
NAGDCA’s call for speakers is open! We are looking for the best and brightest in the public sector defined contribution industry who can inspire, educate and deliver helpful, practical information to our conference attendees. Prior to completing a speaker submission form, we ask that all interested parties review the roles and expectations listed below to ensure that those selected as presenters have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.
The 2021 conference is currently being planned as a hybrid event, with both in-person and virtual attendance options. Speakers may be able to participate virtually depending on the session. Please select your attendance preference on the submission form.
The NAGDCA Annual Conference is a curated experience; therefore, submitting a speaker form does not guarantee a speaking spot. The conference committee will review each submission and select individuals who best meet our programming needs. We look forward to your submission!
Session Format
The majority of conference sessions are an hour long and are formatted as discussion panels featuring one moderator and three panelists. Sessions typically follow the below outline:
- 5 minute introduction of the topic and panelists by the moderator.
- 8-10 minutes for each panelist to share their perspective on the topic.
- 10 minutes of curated questions from the moderator.
- 10 minutes of Q&A with the audience ending with a summary and thanks.
Speaker Submission Process
- Review moderator and panelist roles and expectations.
- Review session descriptions.
- Complete a submission form for your desired session(s); indicating your preferred role and potential presentation content.
Questions? Please contact Carly Miller at cmiller@amrms.com.
Moderator Role and Expectations
A moderator is the glue that keeps it together. The moderator’s job is to help ensure the audience’s needs are met and the learning outcomes are achieved. The moderator sets the tone, establishes pace, and ensures all content remains relevant to the stated session description and takeaways. It is the moderator’s responsibility to make sure the session is lively, engaging, and worthwhile.
Panelist Role and Expectations
Panelists are responsible for presenting their perspective on the provided session topic through conversation, engagement, and debate with fellow panelists. Panelists are expected to establish their own remarks and talking points to submit for review by the full panel and Annual Conference Committee in accordance with established deadlines.
2021 Conference Sessions
DB Pensions and DC Plans – Working in tandem to achieve financial security
This session will explore how US retirement income sources have changed for both private and public sector workers and provide tactics for educating public sector employees about the importance of utilizing multiple sources of income to ensure financial security in retirement.
Make it Personal – Developing data driven communications
This session will focus on marketing trends like personalization and digital nudging and how plans can employ those techniques to engage with participants and drive results, especially with younger and mid-career savers. The panel will also explore the impact the pandemic has had on delivering information to older participants.