Submission Guidelines

We’re looking for passionate experts to take the stage, your session could be part of Experts Live Sweden 2026!

• Original & Innovative: We encourage you to submit sessions that have not been delivered at other large events, as want give attendees the opportunity to learn something new, or experience something they've not experienced before.
• Technical & Practical: We will prioritize sessions with lots of demos. So Include live demos, deep‑dive technical sessions, and actionable insights
• Real-world scenarios: Hands‑on, real‑world scenarios you can apply immediately

Session Formats:

• Breakout Sessions: 50 minutes (including Q\&A)
• Keynote: 30 minutes (a visionary insight)

Tracks

• Collaboration
• Cloud and Infrastructure
• Workplace & Endpoint
• Copilot & AI
• Security & Compliance

Content

• Microsoft 365
• Microsoft Exchange
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Power Platform
• Microsoft Copilot
• Microsoft Security Copilot
• Microsoft Entra
• Microsoft Intune
• Microsoft Purview & Compliance
• Microsoft Defender & Security
• Azure Virtual Desktop
• Windows 365
• Windows 11 (including Windows Copilot & Recall)
• Windows Server

We also welcome sessions that focus on soft skills, vision, and personal or professional development, talks that inspire growth, strengthen communication and leadership, and help our community thrive beyond the purely technical.

Target Audience:

• IT professionals and technical specialists
• Cloud architects and solution architects
• IT managers, team leads, and technical decision‑makers
• CTOs, CIOs, and business leaders
• End‑users and power users working with Microsoft technologies

Speaker Location & Language

• To ensure a strong regional identity, around 75% of our speakers will be selected from the Nordic countries. Sessions may be delivered in either Swedish or English, depending on the speaker’s preference.
• We also appreciate speakers who are comfortable switching to English if the audience includes non‑Swedish speakers, helping us keep the event inclusive and accessible for everyone.

What we expect from you as a speaker

By submitting a session, we also expect something in return if you are selected:

• Use of the official PowerPoint template. We may send updated slides (e.g., sponsor or evaluation slides) that we ask you to integrate into your presentation.
• Availability during the conference. We encourage speakers to be approachable before and after their sessions. A speaker room will be available, but attendees value the chance to meet you, use this opportunity to engage with the community.
• Help promote the event (#ELSE26). Share that you’re speaking at Experts Live Sweden through your blog and social media channels. We will provide promotional materials to support you.
• Wear your speaker shirt during the event. You’ll receive an official speaker shirt to help attendees recognize you.
• Upload your presentation in advance. This allows attendees to preview sessions and plan their schedule before the event.

Cost Coverage

• Our budget doesn’t allow for transportation cost of speaker participation.
• We will arrange and cover 1 night hotel cost for speakers to check-in on the day before and attend the speaker dinner. 

What’s in it for you?

• Share your expertise with the Microsoft community
• A full day to learn, connect, and exchange knowledge with top experts
• Become part of the global Experts Live family
• Enjoy access to the exclusive speaker dinner the evening before the event
• Attend the full conference and network with fellow speakers, partners, sponsors, and the Experts Live Sweden team

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