Speaker resources

We’re delighted that you’ll be part of the FUTURE 2026 schedule. We require that all presenters use the FUTURE presentation template to develop their slides.

Send to Rachel Larsen by Thursday, June 11, for review.

• Slide 1*–Opening slide: first slide of all presentations
• Slide 2–Title slide: add your workshop title and presenter name(s)
• Slide 3–Section slide: use as needed for section breaks
• Slide 4–Content slide: use for content and duplicate as needed; make sure text is set to Arial
• Slide 5–Questions: update email and website
• Slide 6*–Evaluations: reminder for attendees to fill out the mobile app evaluation
• Slide 7*–Thank you: final slide of all presentations

*Slide should not be edited.

Time-saving tips on how to transfer a current slide deck to the 2026 template:

1. Open the PowerPoint file with your existing slides.
2. In the thumbnail pane on the left side of the screen, hold Ctrl as you click the individual content slides you want to copy to the new template.
3. With the slides highlighted, right-click any slide and select Copy.
4. Open the 2026 FUTURE PowerPoint template and ensure the presentation is set to Widescreen/16:9 (on the Design menu under Slide Size).
5. Right-click the thumbnail pane below Slide 4, under Paste Options, select Use Destination Theme.
6. The slides will be copied into the new template and converted to the 2026 design. Review all slides for potential formatting issues as text and images may have shifted during the transfer.
7. Add your workshop title and presenter name(s) to the title slide. Please keep Slides 6 and 7 to close out your presentation and remind attendees to complete the session evaluation in the mobile app.

Speaker agreement or consent: Due April 23, 2026

• All primary speakers received a Speaker Agreement, which must be signed and returned by April 23. Consent and License Forms will be emailed separately to co-speakers.
• If you are a primary speaker and did not receive a Speaker Agreement, email Rachel Larsen.
  
• View the Copyright and Permissions FAQ.

Slides and handouts: Due June 11, 2026

Send documents to Rachel Larsen.

• Primary speakers (or their assigned designee) must submit slides on the FUTURE template above by June 11.
• You may submit PDF handouts in addition to your slides if desired. Slides and handouts will be available on the mobile app. Printed copies will not be provided by the AAFP.
• Attendees view slides and handouts to reinforce the workshop learning experience and gain exposure to sessions they were unable to attend.

Registration: Due July 2, 2026

• Speaker registration is complimentary.
• Register online. Enter code FTR26SPK on the payment page to waive the fee.
• Please note: If you are not an AAFP member, you must call the Member Resource Center at (800) 274-2237 and provide the representative with code FTR26SPK for complimentary registration.

Housing reservations: Due July 2, 2026

Hotel and travel arrangements are your responsibility. It is recommended that you make hotel reservations early to secure a room at your preferred location. Book by July 2 to get the special conference rate. See hotel options and book a room.

• Please be in your assigned room at least 10 minutes before your session begins.
• The following audio/visual equipment will be provided in each room:
  • Microphone
  • Laptop
  • LCD projector and screen
  • Speaker podium
• Workshops are often located in adjacent rooms. Please keep the volume of your session to a respectable level.
• Your workshop should not exceed its assigned length. Please manage the timing of your presentation and audience questions accordingly.

We’re excited you’re speaking at FUTURE this year! To help you share the news and invite your community to join you in Kansas City, we’ve created a set of ready-to-use social graphics and captions.

Download the images below. Then pair them with the sample captions to announce your session and encourage your audience to attend. Feel free to use them as is or personalize them with your voice.

• Square (1080×1080) → Works across Instagram, X, LinkedIn feeds
• Tall (1080×1440) → Best for Instagram feed (more visible)
• Wide (1600×900) → X feed (landscape format)
• Full screen (1080×1920) → Stories