Call for Speakers

Closing May 14

Experts in the Loop

As the use of artificial intelligence and other types of automation tools continues to expand, the challenge for information professionals is to ensure that human expertise is well leveraged in knowledge frameworks and processes. Not everything can or should be automated. Where do we need to leverage human expertise — taxonomist or subject matter expert both — to make sure the machines are doing their work correctly? What is the role of human-in-the-loop processes in the development, enrichment, and governance of information solutions? How can taxonomists use these tools to boost their ability to analyze large volumes of data? Help our attendees find the answers to these and more questions in November.

We’re looking for speakers who can share their experience in using automated solutions – AI/ML, auto- classification, etc. – to supercharge their semantic operations. We also want to hear about where you are keeping the expert-in-the-loop to ensure knowledge is being correctly represented and interpreted in taxonomy solutions.

About Taxonomy Boot Camp

The Taxonomy Boot Camp program is designed to provide something for everyone, from taxonomy newbies to seasoned experts (and everyone in between). Beginner sessions provide those new to the field with the nuts and bolts they need to get up-to-speed and give more experienced practitioners insight into how others have evolved their approaches. Also hear case studies, practical sessions on taxonomy tools and methods, and cutting-edge developments in the field.

Taxonomy Boot Camp is the only conference dedicated to exploring the successes, challenges, methodologies and products for taxonomies. Share your experiences, knowledge and work with taxonomies, ontologies, folksonomies, tagging mechanisms and other techniques for organizing information at this one-of-a-kind boutique learning and networking event.

Suggested Topics

Topics for Taxonomy Boot Camp include but are not limited to:

Presentation Formats

Taxonomy Boot Camp will have the following formats:

Overheard at Taxonomy Boot Camp

“Wonderfully run conference and I think Taxonomy Boot Camp especially has a welcoming feel which is great for first-timers or people attending on their own. Great selection of speakers and range of topics covered."

“Everyone at this event —the organizers, speakers, exhibitors, and attendees— were open, welcoming, friendly, intelligent, and sure of purpose. I loved it. "

Advice for Presenters

We’re always on the lookout for new, fresh presenters – so don’t hesitate to submit! Here are some helpful tips on how to get your presentation picked.
 
Be specific
Don’t try to cover all things taxonomy in the space of 45 minutes (let alone 20!!), it’s too much. Writing up a submission is one thing, delivering it is another. Broad topics often come across as rushed and confused. Try to whittle your concept down to a small, tight idea and then submit that.

Give examples
We’re hot for case studies and visual examples of taxonomies in action. Be sure to mention what real-world examples you’ll be bringing to bear in your presentation.

Know your audience
Sharing insights about taxonomy is not about how clever you are, it’s about how clever you make your audience feel. Taxonomy Boot Camp caters to both novice and intermediate information management professionals, so make sure you tell us which group you’re targeting and match the tone and level of information.

Submit your proposal today! 

Conference Organizer

Taxonomy Boot Camp 2023 is organized and produced by Information Today, Inc., a diversified digital media and print publisher and conference and events organizer and producer. Our mission is to deliver world-class content in a variety of formats and serve our audiences with the information they need to make informed and critical decisions for their organizations.

Program Director

Stephanie Lemieux, Dovecot Studio