{"id":25701,"date":"2025-01-23T13:31:28","date_gmt":"2025-01-23T18:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blackbaud.com\/?post_type=news&#038;p=25701"},"modified":"2025-01-23T13:31:28","modified_gmt":"2025-01-23T18:31:28","slug":"bbcon-2025-call-for-speakers-is-now-open","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.blackbaud.com\/newsroom\/article\/bbcon-2025-call-for-speakers-is-now-open","title":{"rendered":"bbcon 2025 Call for Speakers is now OPEN"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The call for speakers is now open for bbcon 2025, happening in Philadelphia, October 6-8, 2025. We are looking for dynamic individuals who are experts in Blackbaud software to share knowledge and insights at Blackbaud\u2019s biggest in-person event of the year. If you have successfully navigated change, implemented innovative strategies with Blackbaud software, or discovered new ways to maximize your Blackbaud solution, we want to hear from you. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbconference.com\/2025\/cfs\/home?ICID=bbwebsite-blog-bbcon2025-cfs-open\">Submit a proposal to speak<\/a> and use this opportunity to inspire others.<\/p>\n<p>Why should you become a bbcon speaker? Here are some great perks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Receive complimentary access to attend bbcon for free!*<\/li>\n<li>Network and exchange ideas with a diverse group of professionals<\/li>\n<li>Position yourself as a thought leader to a broader audience<\/li>\n<li>Engage with people who share your passions<\/li>\n<li>And much more! Check out the video below to see why past speakers love sharing their insights at bbcon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"bbcon Call for Speakers\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UCbCeEfOt0o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Need some inspiration for your proposal? Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbconference.com\/2025\/cfs\/submission-steps?ICID=bbwebsite-blog-bbcon2025-cfs-open\">Session Content section<\/a> for ideas to help you create a compelling submission.<\/p>\n<p>As a bbcon speaker, you will have the chance to help your peers overcome challenges and drive innovation within the industry. Don&#8217;t miss out! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbconference.com\/2025\/cfs\/home?ICID=bbwebsite-blog-bbcon2025-cfs-open\">Submit your proposal to speak<\/a> at bbcon.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The deadline to submit a proposal is March 14, 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>*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. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The call for speakers is now open for bbcon 2025, happening in Philadelphia, October 6-8, 2025. We are looking for dynamic individuals who are experts in Blackbaud software to share knowledge and insights at Blackbaud\u2019s biggest in-person event of the year. 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