AEMA’S 2026 ANNUAL MEETING - Call for Papers
Speak at the 2026 Annual Meeting
The American Exploration & Mining Association’s Annual Meeting brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the country to exchange ideas, share insights, and shape the future of our field. We invite you to contribute to this dynamic program by submitting a proposal to present.
Whether you are a seasoned speaker or bringing forward a fresh perspective, we encourage submissions that spark conversation, deliver practical value, and reflect the evolving needs of our industry.
Why Present?
Presenting at the Annual Meeting provides an opportunity to:
Showcase your expertise and thought leadership
Engage with a highly targeted audience of professionals and decision-makers
Contribute to advancing the industry
Build your professional network
Topics of Interest
We welcome proposals across a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
Industry trends and emerging issues
Policy and regulatory updates
Technical innovations and best practices
Case studies and real-world applications
Leadership, workforce development, and culture
Sustainability and future-focused solutions
If you have a compelling idea that falls outside these categories, we still encourage you to submit.
Call for papers Submissions due by Friday, June 26th.
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Call for papers Submissions due by Friday, June 26th. ✳︎
Submission Guidelines
Please be prepared to provide the following information:
Session title and description
Key learning objectives (2–3)
Proposed session format
Speaker(s) information, including bios and headshots (if selected)
Primary contact information
All submissions should clearly outline the value to attendees and avoid overt sales pitches.
Important Dates
Submission Deadline: June 26, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: Fall 2026
Final Materials Due: October 15, 2026
Selection Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated by Technical Session Chairs, based on the following:
Relevance to the audience
Timeliness and importance of the topic
Practical application and takeaways
Speaker expertise and diversity of perspectives
Overall program balance
Call for papers Submissions due by Friday, June 26th.
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Call for papers Submissions due by Friday, June 26th. ✳︎
