Call for Exhibitor Proposals: Demonstrate How Standards Power Progress at ANSI Innovation Summit

Submit proposals by August 29

ANSI is seeking dynamic presenters to come and showcase their real-world examples of how standards have enabled innovation and transformation during Standards Power Progress, an in-person, interactive exhibition at the inaugural ANSI Innovation Summit on October 21, 2025, in Rockville, MD.

Selected presenters from various sectors will be part of a curated experience demonstrating how standardization drives innovation and positive, transformative change—using compelling narratives and visuals to create brief and engaging experiences that move beyond traditional presentations. The interactive format will feature presenters sharing their breakthrough stories with rotating audience groups every ten minutes throughout the 1.5-hour session. Conversations and connections will continue during the networking reception that follows.

“Standards serve as catalysts for transformation across every sector, from breakthrough technologies and rapid public health responses to safety innovations that improve our daily lives—but their impact is often invisible,” said Dr. Laurie E. Locascio, ANSI president and CEO. “This is an exciting opportunity to influence how people understand standards and innovation by revealing the powerful stories behind progress that touches every aspect of society.”

Who Should Apply

Through August 29, ANSI welcomes proposals from standards developing organizations and industry consortia, companies and startups, research institutions and universities, and government agencies.

What We’re Looking For

Stories that demonstrate any of the following:

• How standards sparked innovation revolutions in technology, public health, safety, or other critical areas
• Current frontiers where standards are enabling new categories of innovation across sectors
• Breakthrough moments where standards collaboration led to market transformations or societal impact
• Rapid response examples where standards activities moved quickly to address urgent issues, emergencies, or emerging challenges

Featuring:

• A clear and concise narrative arc, describing the problem, standards solution, and innovation/transformation
• Concrete metrics showing impact (e.g., adoption rates, market growth, safety improvements, lives saved)
• Multimedia content (short video, live interactive demo, data visualization)
• Audience engagement element (live demo, hands-on exploration, Q&A, polling)

Proposal Submission Requirements

Send proposals to [email protected] by August 29, 2025, with the subject line: "Standards Power Progress - [Your Topic]."

Proposals (600 words max) must include:

1. Story Outline 
   • Your innovation/transformation narrative with clear problem, standards solution and impact statements
   • Key messages and takeaways you would share
   • How you would engage the rotating audience in 10-minute slots
2. Multimedia Plan 
   • Specific multimedia elements you would use in your presentation (at least one is required)
   • Technical requirements and backup plans
3. Evidence of Impact
   • Quantifiable metrics showing innovation impact or transformation success
   • Data sources that validate claims
4. Speaker Info
   • Relevant expertise/role in the standards development or implementation

Questions about the process may also be sent to [email protected].

Selection Criteria

As space is limited, proposals will be prioritized based on:

• Compelling storytelling with clear before/after transformation
• Strong evidence of measurable impact
• Multimedia potential for engaging demonstrations
• Broad appeal across diverse innovation sectors

Selection decisions will be communicated by mid-September.

Additional Opportunity: Networking Reception Video Showcase

ANSI is also seeking short videos or dynamic PowerPoint presentations demonstrating standards’ impact on innovation and transformation. Selected entries will be displayed (without audio) during the networking reception following the Standards Power Progress event.

Criteria

• Videos or PowerPoint slideshows must be 60 seconds or less
• They must provide an engaging story, example, or data-driven summary of how standards drive innovation and transformative progress in the real world
• No audio will be played
• Videos must be MP4 format with embedded closed captions (if CC are needed)
• PowerPoint presentations must be self-advancing with any multimedia embedded

Send descriptions or links to videos/presentations for ANSI’s consideration to [email protected] by September 26, 2025, with the subject line: “Video Showcase - [Your Topic].” Entries will be selected following ANSI’s internal review.