Have you ever been in the audience for a panel at CONvergence or another convention and found yourself wanting to add more to the discussion?
Can you offer the convention scene:
- geeky passion?
- fresh ideas?
- a unique perspective?
- real-world experiences?
- professional expertise?
If you answered yes to any of these, you should sign up to be a panelist at CONvergence 2025: That’s How We Roll! Even though the convention’s theme is gaming, CONvergence will host panels on many topics topics, so regardless of your interests, you should check out the panel list.
Or maybe your special skill is leading a discussion and helping keep everyone on-topic. Ever thought about moderating panels? Moderators are the un-sung heroes of convention programming.
Being part of panels at CONvergence is one of the fastest ways to meet people and network at the convention, plus it is a lot of fun too!
The best CONvergence panel discussions happen when people with different perspectives talk about something they are all passionate about. We are constantly seeking new and different panelists every year, including panelists whose experiences being part of a marginalized group have informed their passions and perspectives.
Never been on a panel at CONvergence before? No problem!
Be a Panelist at CONvergence 2025
Volunteering to be a panelist is very easy, and anybody can do it.
Head over to the CONvergence Panel Sign-Up Site, select the panels you’re interested in being a part of, and tell us a little bit about yourself including any credentials, experiences, or perspectives you can offer on the panel topics you’ve selected.
To learn more about CONvergence’s panel sign-up process, click here for step-by-step instructions.
Or, if you are ready to sign up for panels right now, simply click the button below to get started!
Panelist sign-up for CONvergence 2025: That’s How We Roll is open right now and panel suggestions are open through March 31, 2025.
Seeking Live Musicians/Bands
Applications to perform at CONvergence’s dedicated music stage, Harmonic CONvergence are currently open! Head over to the Musicians/Performers page to learn more and submit your application.
Thinking of Hosting a Party?
Parties are an essential element of CONvergence culture, helping make CONvergence an amazing experience. Every year, a veritable army of dedicated individuals and groups give their time, energy and resources to dazzle us with some of the most creative parties ever. Any individual, group, club, business, or organization may apply to host a room party or a mobile party at CONvergence.
Applications to host a party at CONvergence 2025 are now open! Head over to the Host a Party page to learn more and submit your application.
Don’t Forget to Register
You must be a registered or have a day pass for CONvergence 2025 in order to be a panelist or moderator on that day. The earlier you purchase your 4-day badge for CONvergence, the less it costs! Click here to register for CONvergence 2025!
The Next ConCom Meeting
The CONvergence Convention Committee (ConCom) is a team of over 200 year-round volunteer leaders and staff who plan and orchestrate everything that makes CONvergence what it is!
The next ConCom meeting is Sunday, February 15, 2025. Everyone is welcome to attend ConCom meetings.
Whether or not you are currently part of CONvergence ConCom, we’d love to see you there. It’s a great way to stay connected with the CONvergence community throughout the year! Get the in-person location info, and the zoom link for remote attendance, on the CONvergence Google Calendar.
Help Produce CONvergence Print Publications
Do you have, or would you like to add to your experience producing print publications? CONvergence is currently seeking motivated volunteers to manage the production of at-con program books. Experience with zine/print publishing and/or Adobe InDesign is a huge plus! This is a ConCom leadership position with the majority of the workload in the Spring, before the print deadline. Contact erac@convergenceevents.org to learn more.
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