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  • 1.  Expo27 Call for Proposals!

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    Submit a Proposal to Speak at the International Personalization Expo

    Horseshoe Las Vegas | February 23–26, 2027

    The Awards and Personalization Association (APA) is now accepting education proposals for the 2027 International Personalization Expo, taking place February 23–26, 2027 at the Horseshoe Las Vegas.

    The APA Expo is the personalization industry's must-attend event, bringing together retailers, suppliers, and vendors focused on small‑format personalization. The Call for Proposals invites industry professionals to share practical knowledge, real‑world experience, and proven techniques with a highly engaged audience.

    Submit a Proposal

    The deadline to submit a proposal is Monday, July 27.

    Call for Proposals Overview

    APA is seeking education sessions that focus on the "how‑to" of what personalization professionals do best. The 2027 Call for Proposals emphasizes actionable learning, skill‑building, and real‑world application.

    Consider this list of Expo 27 top 10 hot topics:

    1. AI

    2. Business Essentials including accounting, tax questions, HR, staff retention, onboarding, training

    3. Pricing Strategies

    4. Marketing & Branding including online selling, content creation

    5. UV Printing/UV DTF

    6. Laser Engraving

    7. Design Software Training- CorelDRAW, Adobe, Lightburn

    8. Creative Product Development 

    9. Apparel

    10. Practical Applications/How to's

    Sessions should provide attendees with insights they can apply immediately in their businesses.

    Who Should Submit a Proposal

    APA encourages proposals from professionals across the personalization and awards industry, including:

    • Retailers and shop owners
    • Suppliers and manufacturers
    • Industry vendors and service providers
    • Makers and customization specialists
    • Business, sales, marketing, and production leaders

    Whether you are new to presenting or a returning APA Expo speaker, your perspective can help strengthen education and connection across the industry.

    Session Levels and Focus

    Proposals may be designed for:

    • Beginner audiences building core skills
    • Intermediate audiences looking to refine processes
    • Advanced audiences ready for deeper technical or strategic exploration

    All sessions should prioritize:

    • Meaningful skill‑building
    • Practical, real‑world problem solving
    • Fostering connection and shared learning within the personalization industry

    Submit Your Proposal

    Education proposals for the 2027 APA Expo in Las Vegas are now open. If you have any questions, please contact Alisha Coplin, Education Manager, at acoplin@personalizationpros.org



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