National Congress Presenter Information Hub

Welcome to the National Congress Presenter Information Hub!
We’re excited to have you on board for an exciting weekend of education, inspiration and connection. Your contribution to the gymnastics community is invaluable, and we are grateful for your commitment to sharing your experise. This page provides important information and helpful resources to support you as you plan and prepare for your speaking engagement.

Please ensure the following steps are completed by the requested deadlines:

• Sign and return your Presenter Agreement
• Create or update your Stampli account to receive payment (see details below)
• Submit a Headshot Photo for inclusion in the Online Congress Guide
• Review and submit any edits to the titles and summaries of your lectures*
• The above documents and information can be emailed to [email protected]

*Important Note: One of the top requests from attendees is clear, concise session summaries. Attendees rely on these descriptions to decide which sessions to attend, and a strong summary not only highlights the value of your lecture but also helps boost attendance and engagement! Please help us reach our goal of providing a summary for every session!

The online guide and customizable schedule provides a convenient way to review your presentation times and room assignments, discover sessions from fellow presenters you might want to attend, and stay updated on other scheduled Congress activities.

• To view the complete schedule, select the Schedule link in the blue navigation bar near the top of the National Congress page.
• To view a list of your lectures with times and room assignments, use the Presenters link at the top right of the page and click your picture.
• For the most up-to-date information, presenters are encouraged to regularly check the online schedule, as last-minute room changes may occur.
• To create and save your personalized schedule, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Click the My Schedule link at the top of the screen.
Step 2: Create a username and password for the usagymcongress.com site.
Step 3: Once your login is created click the My Schedule link again.
Step 4: Click the stars next to the sessions you’d like to attend to build your personalized schedule, which can be easily viewed on your mobile device.

All congress sessions will take place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center located at 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130.

Click Here to view the facility map and detailed information about room setup and AV equipment.

Presenter Payments via Stampli

• All payments will be issued via Stampli, a new invoicing system which ensures quicker payments, offers direct deposit to your bank account, and allows you to track the status of your payment.
• If you haven’t already created a Stampli account, you will receive an invitation by email. Click here to view a sample invitation.
• Please use your emailed link to verify your address, complete a new W-9 form, and add your banking details if you prefer direct deposit. If you choose not to add banking information, a check will be mailed to the address we have on file for you.
• If you have previously set up your Stampli account, please log in and make sure that your information is up to date.

If you haven’t received your Stampli invitation, or for any questions about Stampli, please contact our accounting team at [email protected]

Please note that your Stampli account must be activated before any payments can be issued, including honorarium payments and any qualifying travel or supply reimbursements.

The following resources are offered to assist you in preparing a fantastic presentation!

2024 Congress Attendee Survey Summary
Feedback from last year’s events provide insights into the audience demographics, which topics resonated most with attendees, and which presentation styles were most effective.

Presentation Skills for USAG Regional and National Congress
Presented by Cookie Batsche, this three-part playlist is designed to help presenters sharpen their presentation skills for sessions at the Regional and National Congresses sponsored by USA Gymnastics.

Tips for Effective PowerPoint Presentations for Gymnastics
Presented by Michael Taylor, this guide will help you create a PowerPoint that enhances your presentation, keeps your audience engaged, and supports your message clearly and effectively.