OMTEC Speaker Information
Speaker Frequently Asked Questions
Thank you for speaking!
Thank you for choosing to speak at OMTEC 2025! We’re thrilled to have you join us and we want to make sure your OMTEC experience is complete. In addition to the FAQs listed below, there are two essential things to know.
- Your Speaker Badge gives you full access to everything OMTEC has to offer. We hope that you’ll supplement your speaking commitment(s) with visits to the exhibit floor and attendance at the wide array of social events and educational offerings. There’s always something new to learn, a fresh perspective to consider and a helpful connection to be made. Please embrace the OMTEC experience!
- We’ll provide you with a registration promo code with the expectation that you’ll share it with your colleagues, customers and partners by email and on social media. Spread the word about OMTEC and help attendees save on their registration fees.
Now, on to the FAQs…
Do I need to register for OMTEC?
Yes. You’ll receive registration instructions via email. Pick up your badge onsite at the registration desk located in Hall G of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center beginning at 8:00 am CT on Tuesday, June 17.
When and where is my session(s)?
Hopefully, you have these details in an email. If you’re stuck, find your name in the list of speakers on this page and you’ll be directed to the day, time and location of your session(s). It’s important to know that the Tech Center and Think Tank are located on the exhibit floor. The banquet room and the session rooms are next door to the Exhibit Floor and there is a large sign above the entrance to guide you.
Where is OMTEC held?
OMTEC is located inside the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. There are covered walkways from the second floor of some of the neighboring hotels or enter through the main doors.
Who will attend my session(s)?
You can count on orthopedic OEM/Device company engineers, executives, operations, purchasing and sourcing professionals to be in the audience. This page details the company names and titles of OEM attendees from the last two conferences. Further, it’s likely that there will be professionals from the exhibiting supplier companies as well as industry consultants.
What is the deadline to submit my presentation and how do I submit it?
Please note that most sessions do not require a presentation. Carolyn LaWell or Dan Cook will instruct you on whether or not a presentation is needed. The presentation deadline is Friday, June 6. You can email us your presentation. An OMTEC-branded PowerPoint template will be available in mid-March. Presentations must be built in 16:9 (wide) format.
How can I market my presence at OMTEC?
OMTEC 2025 graphics are available to use across your website, emails and social channels. Please use the registration promo code we provided you to help your colleagues save $150 on registration.
What hotels and airport do you recommend?
Fly into the Chicago O’Hare International Airport—it’s literally just minutes from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and the neighboring hotels. Complimentary hotel shuttles are available. If you are booking your hotel, please confirm your reservation using the links provided on this page to benefit from our negotiated rates.
Important Contacts
Have a question? Email our education and speaker coordination team.
Amanda Pott, Speaker Liaison – Amanda can tackle every question you send her way…either directly or by putting you in touch with the best person. Consider her your primary contact leading up to and onsite at OMTEC.
Carolyn LaWell, Chief Content Officer – Carolyn oversees all of the education content at OMTEC with a special focus on the Tech Center, Tuesday education and Keynote Address.
Dan Cook, Senior Editor – Dan leads the Think Tank education, Tuesday education, OMTEC Award winners and partners with Carolyn LaWell on all aspects of OMTEC education.