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Technical Conference: October 21 - 24

Rosemont, Illinois, USA

Congratulations! Your paper was accepted by the Technical Committee for the SMTA International Conference. We are pleased to have you as part of our strong technical program!

Your Commitment

Your abstract was accepted and scheduled for presentation with the understanding that a written technical paper, presentation slide deck, and speaker registration are required for all speakers at SMTA International.

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Papers (4-10 pages including tables, graphs, and images) are due September 9 and should describe significant results from experiments, emphasize new techniques, and contain technical, economic, or appropriate test data. Technical papers and presentation materials must be original, unpublished, and non-commercial in nature. Please review Speaker Kit for the SMTA Non-Commercialism Policy for all papers and presentations.

Deadlines

Due June 30

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​​Due September 13

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​Due September 25 & 27

  • Last Day to Book Hotel Reservation

*Hotels may sell out prior to these dates

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Required Templates

Technical Paper 8.5 x 11 Template

PowerPoint Slides - 16:9 Template

Submit Your Materials

Once you have completed your technical paper and presentation slides, please submit them to SMTA Headquarters. 

 

These will be reviewed by the technical committee to ensure all materials adhere to our formatting and non-commercialism requirements. Any materials that do not follow these requirements will be sent back to speakers to reformat and update. 

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Conference Details

Dates

Conference: October 21 - 24, 2024
Exposition: October 22 - 24, 2024

 

Venue
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018

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Book Your Room with SMTA & Save!

Group Rates rang from $179 - $249/night + taxes

Book Your Hotel Reservation

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Conference Registration

All speakers are required to register for SMTA International at the discounted speaker rate. Register by September 8 to save 10% on your registration fees. SMTA Corporate Members receive additional discounted off the posted member rates. 

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Prepare for SMTA International

​Below is information to help you on-site!

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Find Your Presentation

View your presentation/date directly online by searching your name!

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Speaker Breakfast

On the day of your presentation please be sure to attend the Speaker Breakfast at 7:30am located in the Speaker Lounge (Room 42/43).  This is where you will meet the Session Chair, Co-Chair, and additional speakers presenting in your session.

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Presentation Length

Each technical presentation is allocated a 30-minute time slot. We recommend that speakers dedicate 25 minutes to their presentation content, reserving the remaining 5 minutes for an engaging audience Q&A session.

Conference

Provided Conference Laptops

All conference rooms will have the presentations pre-loaded on the SMTA laptop, along with a presentation remote for you.  We are unable to accommodate presentation updates made onsite. 

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Speaker Check-In

Upon arrival, please proceed to the SMTA Office (Room 59/60) located on the second level. This is where you will check-in, receive your name badge, and conference materials.

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SMTA Office Hours

Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Monday- Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm

Lunch Buffet

Conference Lunch

Lunch will be provided for you each conference day:  

Monday (Room 47/49)

Tuesday (North Ballroom Foyer)

Wednesday-Thursday: Show Floor-Hall C 

 

*You must have your name badge to access this area.

Questions?

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Conference Speakers & Logistics

General SMTA International 

Karlie Severinson

SMTA Meetings & Events Manager

+1 952-920-7682

Exhibition & Sponsorships

SMTA Expo Team

+1 952-920-7682

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CONTACT US

Email: smta@smta.org
Phone: +1 (952) 920-7682

 

SMTA Headquarters
6600 City West Parkway, Suite 300
Eden Prairie, MN 55344 USA

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