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Englewood Today
By the People, for the People
Women in HVACR Opens Call for 2026 Conference Speakers
Industry professionals invited to share insights on leadership, technology and career development
Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:53am
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A striking visual representation of the cutting-edge technology and innovation transforming the HVACR industry, as Women in HVACR seeks speakers to share their expertise at the 2026 annual conference.Englewood TodayWomen in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women in the HVACR trades, has opened its call for speakers for the 2026 Women in HVACR annual conference, 'Built for Speed', to be held September 26-30 in Indianapolis. The organization is seeking industry professionals who can deliver engaging presentations on topics like career advancement, leadership development, and innovation within the HVACR industry.
Why it matters
The annual Women in HVACR conference provides valuable opportunities for education, networking, and professional development for women at all stages of their HVACR careers. This call for speakers aims to identify experts who can share practical knowledge, fresh ideas, and real-world experience to help attendees strengthen their skills and contribute to the future of the industry.
The details
WHVACR is welcoming proposals from a range of professionals, including industry leaders, technicians, educators, business owners, and those in sales, marketing, customer support, and product management. Proposed session topics should address areas such as career acceleration, tech trends, negotiation skills, personal branding, work-life integration, fearless leadership, and innovation under pressure. The organization is primarily seeking individual presentation proposals, but may convert selected submissions into panel discussions.
- The call for speakers will be open until April 20, 2026.
- If selected, presentation materials and audio-visual requirements will be due by August 14, 2026.
- The Women in HVACR annual conference will be held from September 26-30, 2026 in Indianapolis.
The players
Women in HVACR (WHVACR)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades.
Jane Sidebottom
The President of Women in HVACR.
What they’re saying
“Our annual conference is an opportunity for professionals across the industry to learn from one another and grow together. We are looking for speakers who can share practical knowledge, fresh ideas and real-world experience that help attendees strengthen their careers and contribute to the future of HVACR.”
— Jane Sidebottom, President, Women in HVACR
What’s next
Interested speakers have until April 20, 2026 to submit their proposed topics and outlines through the WHVACR speaker submission form. Selected speakers will then be required to provide their presentation materials and audio-visual requirements by August 14, 2026.
The takeaway
The Women in HVACR annual conference continues to be an important platform for empowering women in the HVACR industry, providing opportunities for professional development, networking, and sharing innovative ideas. This call for speakers aims to identify experts who can help attendees build critical skills and contribute to the future growth and evolution of the HVACR sector.
