Wednesday, October 2 - Friday, October 4, 2024

Atlanta, Georgia

30-, 45-, or 60-minute sessions will be scheduled between 1:00 PM on October 2 through noon on October 4.  

Sessions will be delivered in person at the summit and may be recorded/livestreamed for a virtual audience.

The deadline to submit a proposal is Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

About This Year's Workforce Summit

Proposal Criteria

ACT seeks thought leaders and practitioners with innovative and dynamic presentations that showcase strategies and best practices in talent and workforce development. We are accepting proposals for concurrent (breakout) sessions. We will consider proposals for 30-, 45-, or 60-minute sessions. Presentations should generate momentum with actionable takeaways.

Submit your ideas to showcase collaborative and innovative practices to help students and job seekers succeed and communities thrive and prosper. 

Topics can include:

• Connecting and convening talent development networks.
• Engaging employers with workforce ecosystems.
• Creating “skills-first” ecosystems that value diverse backgrounds.
• Creating career pathways with stackable and impactful credentials.
• Leading-edge workforce development techniques.
• Best practices using ACT WorkKeys or  Work Ready Community solutions.
• Innovative services and support for workers in transition.

Expenses & Gift Law Compliance

The conference registration fee may be waived for one presenter for each accepted proposal, if allowable under state ethics laws and upon in-depth review by ACT’s Legal Department. While every effort is made to offer one waived registration per workshop session, there are times when it is not possible and presenters are still required to pay the full conference registration fee. Travel expenses are not covered by ACT. If you have any questions, please email Jasen Jones.