Themes

We welcome submissions on topics covering the following themes:

• Powering Digital Transformation with Microsoft Power Platform
• Building Scalable Solutions with the Power Platform
• Integration Strategies for Power Platform
• Extending Power Platform with Custom Connectors and Plugins
• Governance best practices in the Power Platform
• Security and Compliance in Microsoft Business Applications and Power Platform
• Automating Business Processes with Microsoft Business Applications
• Innovative Use Cases with Power Platform and Microsoft Business Applications
• Tips for Effective Change Management and Adoption of Power Platform alone or within Microsoft Business Applications

Non-tech sessions, contributing to a better and more diverse community, are welcome with open arms. Think Mental Health for IT Pros, Imposter Syndrome, Amplifying Diversity & Inclusion, Career & Personal Growth

Session Durations

• 45-minute sessions

Submission Guidelines

We invite submissions that provide innovative insights, practical lessons, and engaging discussions in the context of the conference tracks.

• Submissions should be relevant to the theme and the chosen track.
• Submissions should be designed to fit a 45-minute time slot, including time for questions and interaction with the audience.

Provide an abstract with details including:

• Who is your target audience.
• What level is the session - we would like a range from beginner to deep dive.
• What percentage of the session is demos/case studies.
• Which of the core topics that your session covers.
• Any specific requirements that you need to deliver the session.

Session levels

• 100 (Introductory and Overview),
• 200 (Intermediate),
• 300 (Advanced),
• 400 (Expert)

New speakers

We genuinely encourage any new speaker to submit a proposal as a Newcomer. As an easy guideline, new speakers are people who have not yet spoken at a (technical) conference or larger event. User Group sessions, webinars, and client/team presentations are not considered for this categorization.

Each new speaker will be paired up with a mentor, who will provide them with highly valuable tips & tricks. Even more so, we'll provide new speakers with all assistance they need and want whilst preparing for their debut.

Submitting as a new speaker, means you agree to meet with your buddy/mentor and collaborate on your session.

Submissions

Three submissions are allowed per speaker. Up to three co-speakers are allowed per session submission. Submitted sessions are viewable publicly on the Sessionize platform. More than one submitted session may be accepted into the conference agenda.

Session selection takes place directly after the call for speakers closes and you can expect to receive our feedback within 10 days (about 1 and a half weeks). The selection process is always hard, and sessions are weighed across roles, tags, levels, and the abstract. If you are selected, then we expect that you confirm within 3 days.

We highly recommend speakers read this blog post (and see the presentation) about writing a good session abstract. It would increase your chances of being selected and make our selection process easier.

If you have any questions feel free to send an email: contact@balticsummit.pl

Code of Conduct for Speakers

We seek to provide a respectful, friendly, professional experience for everyone, regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, physical appearance, disability, age, race, or religion. We do not tolerate any behavior that is degrading to any gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability, nor do we tolerate any behavior that would be deemed harassment or discrimination. Individuals are responsible for knowing and abiding by our standards and we encourage everyone to assist in creating a safe and welcoming environment.

Please report any concerns, suspicious activity, or disruptive behavior to the organizers so we can address issues immediately.

All speakers should follow these guidelines:

Throughout each interaction:

Be friendly and welcoming

• Listen with purpose and create space for others’ communication preferences.
• Ask yourself how you can make someone's life easier.

Be patient

• Remember that people have varying communication styles and preferences.
• Recognize that not everyone is using their native language. Meaning and tone can be lost in translation.

Be thoughtful

• Think about how others will interpret your words. Aim for clear and productive communication.
• Remember that sometimes it is best to refrain from commenting.

Be respectful and inclusive

• Respect differences of opinion.
• Seek to understand and build bridges, not condemn or criticize.
• Make a conscious effort to include people who differ from you.
• Make use of inclusive language in your presentation.

Be open and curious

• Assume good intent and interpret others’ statements or questions in good faith.
• Ask questions to understand, not denounce.
• Focus on continuous learning. Improve upon the things you already know, tackle new things, and ask others about their expertise to deepen your own knowledge.

Reporting

Please report any concerns, suspicious activity, or disruptive behavior to the Organizers at contact@balticsummit.pl

This is a community event where we commit our private time to share the knowledge and grow better together. If we can we will cover some expenses but this all depends on our sponsors. Please assume that all your expenses are covered by yourslef.