Presenting at ICON isn’t just about speaking—it’s about inspiring others, strengthening your personal brand and helping build a strong collaborative community of Blue Yonder customers. ICON speakers are dynamic thought leaders and practitioners willing to share what it takes to deliver real value to their companies—and their customers—using Blue Yonder solutions. Speaking at ICON allows you to gain professional recognition for your expertise as a thought leader, connect with others, and join a roster of elite influencers in the retail and supply chain space. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or a first-timer, ICON welcomes fresh perspectives that help attendees drive business success.
Call for Speakers
One of the leading reasons supply chain and retail professionals return to ICON year after year is to hear customer success stories first-hand. It’s a chance to share your knowledge, expertise and experience—and we’d love to include your contribution.
- Call for speakers
Why submit an ICON proposal?
What stories are we looking for at ICON?
We are looking for stories that showcase you and your company’s expertise and success in transforming your retail and supply chain. ICON breakout sessions will be 30 minutes on either Monday, May 18 or Tuesday, May 19, and we’re looking for your expertise in:
- Digital transformation
- Real results achieved using Blue Yonder Cognitive Solutions
- Journey to Cognitive
- Sustainability success
- Delivering on customer promises
- Navigating through supply chain disruption and volatility
How you benefit from being a speaker at ICON
- Position your company as a leader in supply chain and retail technology, attracting new vendors and partners
- Build your personal brand as a thought leader and industry expert
- Network with other leaders in your industry and beyond for insights to help you gain a competitive edge
- Approved speakers receive a complimentary full conference registration pass to ICON 2026
- Blue Yonder will provide one free registration per breakout session.
- If there are multiple speakers from the same company in a single session, one speaker will receive free registration and the additional speaker will pay the standard rate. Due to breakout sessions being 30 minutes, we recommend no more than two speakers per breakout.
- If the session is a panel with multiple speakers from multiple companies, each speaker will receive free registration.
- Peer recognition
- Speakers will be acknowledged and recognized on the website and in the session catalog, through the mobile app and on-site at the event with special badge credentials.
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Submission status notifications
Once you submit a proposal, your proposal will be reviewed and selections will be made to ensure the right mix of content across our audiences. You will be notified of your submission status by January 30, 2026.
Important dates to remember
- Call for Papers Deadline: January 10, 2026
- Session Voting Begins: January 13, 2026
- Session Voting Ends: January 23, 2026
- Speakers Notified By: January 30, 2026
- Speaker Training: February TBD
- Final Presentations Due: April 3, 2026
- Conference Dates: May 17-20, 2026
