Overview
IEEE Region 6 is uniquely positioned to lead global industry engagement, with a vibrant concentration of technology companies headquartered in Silicon Valley, Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Diego. By fostering strategic partnerships across these innovation hubs, Region 6 connects IEEE members with cutting-edge developments in AI, semiconductors, aerospace, biotech, and sustainability. Our initiatives—ranging from industry-hosted events and executive panels to collaborative research and workforce upskilling—bridge academia, startups, and enterprise leaders. Region 6 invites engineers, technologists, and corporate partners to co-create the future of technology through active participation in our programs, conferences, and standards development.
Find A Speaker / Collaborator
Finding a speaker within IEEE is streamlined through several resources designed to connect organizers with subject matter experts. Start by exploring the IEEE Distinguished Lecturers from the Technical Societies which offer a searchable database of professionals across technical domains. You can also reach out to your local Section, Chapter, or Region leadership, who often maintain lists of recommended speakers and past presenters. IEEE Technical Societies and Affinity Groups—such as WIE, YP, and SIGHT—frequently nominate speakers for panels, webinars, and conferences. Additionally, IEEE Collabratec and vTools Events provide access to speaker profiles and event histories, helping you identify individuals with relevant expertise and presentation experience. Early outreach and clarity on topic, format, and audience will ensure a successful match.
Industry Speakers / Collaborators
To find an industry speaker for IEEE events, start by leveraging your local network—many professionals in Silicon Valley, Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Diego are active IEEE members or collaborators. Reach out to Section and Chapter leadership, who often maintain speaker lists and have connections with corporate partners. IEEE Industry Engagement Committees and Technical Societies frequently nominate speakers for panels, keynotes, and workshops. You can also explore IEEE Collabratec to identify professionals with relevant expertise, or use LinkedIn to search for IEEE-affiliated engineers and executives in target industries. When approaching potential speakers, be clear about the event format, audience, and topic focus to ensure alignment and impact.
