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TOC + Healthcare Online Conference | Available On Demand
TOC Innovative Summit 2025 | On Demand
Speaker Guidelines
TOC Innovation Summit 2026
September 2–4, 2026 | Manchester, UK
Thank you for speaking at the conference! Please review the speaker guidelines below and contact us if you have any questions.
Audience & Presentation Expectations
Speaker Onboarding
We invite all speakers to attend a short onboarding session (15–20 minutes) to review expectations and logistics.
Available sessions:
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April 27 – 4:00 PM EDT (NY GMT -4)
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April 28 – 9:00 AM EDT (NY GMT -4)
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April 29 – 12:00 PM EDT (NY GMT -4)
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84920906212?pwd=NDhTU0FpK0FzSUpaZHlualNySU55dz09
Meeting ID: 849 2090 6212
Passcode: 511803
If none of these times work, please contact events@tocico.org to schedule a one-on-one session.
Audience & Presentation Expectations
Our audience includes TOC practitioners, consultants, academics, and newcomers. Please design your session accordingly:
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Focus on a clear, compelling topic
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Share a real-world challenge and solution
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Include measurable results and timeline
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Emphasize practical takeaways
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Keep within the session format:
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30 minutes presentation
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20 minutes live Q&A
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Session & Presentation Requirements
Session Format
Total session length: 50 minutes
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Up to 30 minutes presentation
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10–20 minutes Q&A
Program Alignment
All sessions must align with at least one of the conference themes:
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Why change matters
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What needs to change
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How change is carried out and sustained
Delivery & Language
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All sessions are delivered live, in person in Manchester, UK
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All presentations must be in English
Presentation Guidelines
Slide Requirements
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Use the TOCICO Presenter Template
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Submit slides in PowerPoint (.ppt or .pptx) format
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Slides will be made available to attendees via the conference app (PDF format)
Content Standards
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Focus on practical, applicable knowledge
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Ensure content delivers clear value to attendees
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Avoid marketing or promotional content
No Pitching Policy
TOCICO maintains a strict no-pitching policy to preserve the educational value of the event.
Not permitted:
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Promotion of services, products, or consulting
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Company logos or product advertising within slides
Exceptions include:
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Designated sponsors
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Authors presenting relevant publications (subject to review)
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Practitioner-led case studies
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A final slide with contact information or resources is permitted.
Presentation Timeline & Process
To ensure a high-quality program and allow time for review and production, please adhere to the following deadlines:
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Draft presentation due: July 1, 2026
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Final presentation due: August 1, 2026
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Final upload deadline: August 15, 2026 (no exceptions)
Upload your final slides here:
Review & Feedback Process
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All presentations will undergo a peer review by the conference committee
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Speakers are expected to incorporate feedback and make revisions as needed
Timely submission is critical to allow for:
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Review and quality assurance
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Speaker revisions
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Coordination with the on-site audiovisual team
Failure to meet deadlines may impact your ability to present.
Speaker Agreement
Speaker Agreement
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Speakers retain ownership of their content
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TOCICO retains rights to session recordings
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Acceptance of the Speaker Agreement is required
Live Q&A
Preparation
A TOCICO volunteer facilitator will be assigned to you for the Live Q&A.
Provide 3 questions for live Q&A to help guide discussion.
Registration
Speaker Registration
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Registration deadline: May 1, 2026
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Required to confirm participation
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All speakers must attend in person
Speaker rate: $749 USD
Accommodation is not included.
Booking details will be provided separately.
Promotion & Sponsorship
Promotion & Opportunities
We encourage all speakers to actively support the success of the TOCICO Innovation Summit by helping promote their session within their professional networks. Sharing your participation with colleagues, clients, and peers not only strengthens attendance but also enhances the overall impact of the event.
To support your efforts, TOCICO will provide a marketing toolkit that includes ready-to-use graphics, messaging, and promotional copy to make sharing easy and effective.
We also invite speakers and their organizations to consider sponsorship opportunities as a way to further elevate their visibility and support the TOC community.
TOCICO offers a variety of flexible sponsorship options, including:
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Summit, Gold, and Silver sponsorship packages
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À la carte opportunities tailored to specific goals
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Group registration packages for teams of 3, 5, or 10 attendees
Sponsorship is a valuable way to increase your organization’s presence at the event while contributing to the continued growth and quality of the TOCICO community.
For more information or to explore sponsorship options, please contact: