Women in HVACR Opens Call for 2026 Annual Conference Speakers
Women in HVACR has opened its call for speakers for the 2026 Women in HVACR annual conference, Built for Speed, to be held Sept. 26-30 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The organization is seeking industry professionals who can deliver engaging presentations that support career advancement, leadership development and innovation within the HVACR industry. To apply for a speaking slot, applicants should submit a proposed topic and outline through WHVACR’s speaker submission form by April 20. If selected, presentation material and audio-visual requirements will be due Friday, Aug. 14.
This year’s call for speakers will focus on professional and industry topics designed to help attendees develop skills, build confidence and navigate change in the evolving HVACR landscape. Proposed sessions should address topics such as:
- Career acceleration: Strategies for advancement in HVACR
- Tech trends: AI, sustainability and smart systems in HVACR
- Negotiation skills: Securing opportunities and fair compensation
- Personal branding: Building influence and visibility
- Work-life integration: Balancing ambition with well-being
- Fearless leadership: Cultivating courage and confidence in decision-making
- Focused communication: Mastering clarity and influence in conversations
- Innovation under pressure: Thriving in change and uncertainty.
The organization is primarily seeking individual presentation proposals. However, WHVACR may convert selected submissions into panel discussions depending on the topic and speaker expertise. For more information about Women in HVACR, visit womeninhvacr.org.
