Deadline Extended: Last Chance to Submit a bbcon Speaker Proposal!

Jessica McRae

The window to submit your proposal to speak at bbcon is closing soon. Submit an idea now!Have you come up with an exciting session idea to share with your peers at bbcon 2025? There's still time to send in your proposal but act fast! The deadline to submit is NOW March 21st.



Your knowledge could ignite new thoughts and drive real change with your peers! Don’t miss this final opportunity to present your insights at the most anticipated tech event for the Blackbaud community, happening October 6-8 in Philadelphia, PA. Plus, don't forget the perks! As a selected speaker, you'll have the opportunity to engage in lively discussions with industry leaders, expand your professional network, and attend all three days of the conference, for free.*



We can’t wait to hear your idea! Submit your proposal now.



Need help thinking through putting together a proposal? Read expert tips from a bbcon track lead and experienced past speakers here.



*If selected as a speaker, the complimentary pass covers a standard full conference pass. It does NOT include conference enhancements such as bbcon preconference workshops or Blackbaud University Day. Complimentary passes are not intended for use by vendors or Blackbaud Partners. For more details on complimentary passes or on conference sponsorship opportunities, please visit bbconference.com.

Sunshine Reinken Watson

I can't wait to see what sessions community members are offering this year!

I submitted a proposal with @Amy Dana @Heather MacKenzie and @Patti Hommes and am very excited for a chance to share our collective expertise this year.

Amy Dana

Really hope people take the plunge and submit a proposal! I'd love to hear what other nuggets of wisdom our community has.

Darcy Hofmann

When I try to submit, I get an error:

Sorry - something went wrong.

What's the best way to submit?

Sarah Lesh

I am trying to submit and seeing the same issue as Darcy below. Is there another way we can submit proposals? Thanks!

Amanda Cose

I am also trying to submit a proposal and seeing the swoogo error message:

Meredith Friedman

Still not working! I heard a rumor they were going to extend the deadline as as result. Can someone from BB confirm?

Jessica McRae

Thank you for your patience as we worked to fix the issue with the Call for Speakers submission form. We are happy to report that the form is back up and running and you can now submit! Due to this persistent issue over the last few days, we have extended the submission deadline to Friday, March 21.