XTalk
Inspire with Your Vision
XTalk is a platform for thought-provoking discussions, where industry leaders, creatives, and changemakers share impactful stories and forward-thinking insights. Featuring voices from executives, designers, factory innovators, and athletes, FXTalk fosters fresh perspectives that drive creativity and shape the future of footwear.
Format & Requirements
XTalk presentations are 18-minute, story-driven sessions focused on big ideas and future trends. Talks should be insightful, original, and tailored specifically to the FXPO audience. Content must remain non-promotional and cannot serve as a direct sales pitch. Instead, speakers are encouraged to dive into meaningful narratives that resonate with the community and move the industry forward.
Ideal For
XTalk is designed for those passionate about sharing transformative ideas, exploring footwear industry trends, and addressing challenges or opportunities shaping the future. It's a platform where visionary thinking leads the conversation.
IS THAT YOU? DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO CAN BE A GREAT FIT?
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from a diverse range of voices across the industry, including:
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Industry executives and founders
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Innovative footwear designers and engineers
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Sustainability and technology innovators
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Professionals with unique or unconventional perspectives
Why Speak at XTalk?
Speaking at XTalk offers the chance to share your vision and contribute to shaping the future of the footwear industry. It's a rare opportunity to join a curated network of thought leaders, inspire your peers, and drive meaningful change through dialogue and innovation.
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Note: There are no pay-to-speak or direct sponsorship options for XTalk. Our goal is to curate meaningful, insightful, and game-changing content that uplifts the entire industry.