Welcome Presenters and Faculty!
Congratulations on being selected as a presenter or faculty member for TCT® Plus Middle East 2025. To ensure a successful experience, please utilize the resources and follow the guidelines below.
Roles and Responsibilities
Understanding your role is crucial for the seamless execution of the conference. Detailed responsibilities for each role are outlined below.
Moderators
- Arrive at the session room 15 minutes before the session begins.
- Set the tone for each session.
- Provide brief introductions.
- Lead sessions and ensure they remain on schedule.
- Facilitate discussions among panelists and presenters.
Debaters
- Maintain a respectful and professional debate.
- Present within the allotted time to maintain the schedule.
- Focus on the specified debate question rather than a broad overview.
Discussants
- Add commentary and engage in dynamic conversations on the presented topics.
Presenters and Lecturers
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Present within the allotted time to maintain the schedule.
- It is advisable to minimize the number of slides.
- Moderated Abstract Presenters: Maximum 20 slides.
- Challenging Cases Presenters: Maximum 20 slides.
- Be prepared to participate in discussions following your presentation or at the end of the session.
Proctors
- Provide brief introduction including an overview and learning objectives.
- Familiarize yourself with specific session hardware and software.
Presenter Instructions
To ensure a smooth experience for all attendees, please adhere to the following guidelines.
Step 1: Prepare Your PowerPoint
Step 2: Upload Your Presentation
Upload your presentation file(s) no later than 3 hours prior to your session. This is necessary to screen for technical issues that could create problems during your presentation. Failure to comply with the 3-hour deadline may result in technical issues that could disrupt the program.
Day 1 Presenters must upload online by 13 April.
Pod Presenters: If you are presenting in the Algiers Pod, Damascus Pod, or Dubai Pod, please upload your presentation directly in the room. An A/V technician will be available to assist.
Step 3: Join Us On-Site
- Check/upload your file(s) in the Speaker Ready Room.
- Arrive at your session room 10 minutes prior to the start of your session.
- Present.
- Enjoy TCT® Plus Middle East 2025.
Presentation Technology
- Personal laptops at the podium are not permitted.
- Eachroom is equipped with a presentation laptop connected to the presentation management system and a mouse to advance your slides.
- Presentation Timer. The presentation management system has an automated countdown clock that tracks your allotted time as indicated in the program. The system is set up to ensure presentations keep to time. Presentations that go over time will be cut off.
Technical Issue or Questions?
Staff will be available in the Speaker Ready Room to assist you in preparing your presentation and provide support during your session.