Every year, WebExpo strives to bring a curious, creative, diverse, energetic and practical group of web professionals to Prague. Designers, developers, product managers, marketers and founders all gather in Prague to share what they have learned, spark new collaborations and let great ideas run free.
Speakers play a big part in creating this atmosphere, but it is not about who has the loudest voice or the slickest slides. It is about people who want to share real experiences, lessons learned and stories that matter. Some are seasoned presenters. Others are stepping into the spotlight for the very first time.
With our Call for Papers now open until 31 October, this is your invitation to throw your hat in the ring. Whether you’re an experienced speaker or someone who’s never set foot on stage before, WebExpo is built to help you succeed. With multiple stages at various sizes, we’ve got a platform for your presentation – we just need to know about it!
Why Apply?
1. Because your voice matters
The web does not move forward only through white papers or big tech announcements. It moves forward because people like you solve real problems every day. Maybe you have cracked a tricky scaling issue. Maybe you redesigned a process that saved your team weeks of work. Maybe you learned something the hard way and now want to spare others the same pain. Those are exactly the kinds of insights our audience wants to hear.
2. Because first-time speakers need their platform
We’ve had dozens of speakers over the years who had never presented at a major event before stepping onto a WebExpo stage. Many of them started out nervous, unsure if their idea was “good enough.” By the end of the process, they not only gave a talk, but they delivered a memorable session that they can be proud of.
Why? Because we invest in them. Every accepted speaker gets coaching, feedback, and multiple rounds of support. It’s not unusual for us to have multiple meetings to refine a talk with a first-time speaker. The result is that you go on stage confident, prepared, and ready to make an impact. We’re never steering the session, but there are structural tricks we can help with to make your slides shine.
If you’ve ever thought “maybe I could do this, but I don’t know how”, you should know WebExpo is the right place to try.
3. Because different experiences result in stronger ideas
We make a deliberate effort to ensure that WebExpo represents a wide range of voices: across gender, culture, geography, and professional background. We know that when a conference only reflects a narrow slice of the industry, everyone loses.
That’s why we encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. If you’re worried you don’t fit the traditional mould of “tech speaker,” that might be the very reason we need you.
What makes a strong proposal?
If you are thinking about applying, do not feel like you must tick every box. If you have a talk you truly believe in, submit it. Here are a few tips that can help your proposal stand out:
- Practical over inspirational. Our attendees want takeaways they can use the next day. Case studies are gold.
- Specific over broad. “How we scaled our backend to handle 5M users” is stronger than “The Future of Scaling”.
- Clear audience value. Ask yourself: what can someone do differently on Monday morning after hearing my talk?
- Enthusiasm matters. If you are excited about your idea, we will feel it too.
- Perfection is not required. Your application is a starting point, not the final product.
How we’ll support you
Submitting a talk is only the first step. After our internal review, a few things can happen. Sometimes a proposal shines right away. Other times, we see potential that could use some refining. And yes, we often see the same popular topic submitted many times.
That is why we schedule follow-up calls with a big group of applicants. For several weeks, we spend most days talking to speakers, often around ten calls a day. These conversations let us go deeper than the written application and understand how an idea could come to life on stage. It is an intense time for us, but every call brings us closer to finding great talks.
- Coaching & brainstorming. We’ll meet to have an introduction and say hello. Depending on the submission, thoughts on how to refine your talk, punch up the key themes and make sure your story is clear.
- Peer feedback. Another key part of the process is our Feedback Sessions. You will join other speakers and mentors to share ideas and experiences in a supportive environment. These behind-the-scenes sessions are a gold mine of insights. You will walk away with clear, actionable feedback for your own talk and the chance to learn from the questions and experiences of others. It is a genuine give-and-get atmosphere, and many speakers say it is one of the most valuable parts of preparing for WebExpo.
- Logistical help. We talk through travel, accommodation and timing so you can focus on your talk. If your company can cover some costs, that’s a massive help, but it’s no deal-breaker. We set aside a significant part of our budget for flights, hotels and taxis.
- The social program. WebExpo is much more than a 20 or 40-minute talk on stage. There is a full line-up of activities designed to bring people together. From the speakers’ dinner to three nights of parties, plus a Prague tour and lunch for those visiting from abroad, there are plenty of chances to connect. We do our best to create a welcoming mix of passionate people who genuinely love what they do.
- A welcoming stage. Our audiences come from all over, and they are here for you and your ideas. You will be speaking to peers who want you to succeed, on a historic stage in the beautiful Lucerna Palace in the centre of Prague. Along the way, you will have plenty of moments to connect with people who share your enthusiasm.
Why WebExpo is different
Our driving motivation is 100% about people. We’re not putting on a conference as a lead-gen strategy for some product or job recruitment. We’re doing it because of the feeling of getting amazing people together. Lots of conferences open a call for papers. But at WebExpo, we treat it as more than a submission box. For us, it’s an invitation to collaborate. We don’t just select talks, we pick people.
That’s why many of our speakers return year after year, and why so many first-timers go on to speak at other international events. WebExpo isn’t just about filling a schedule; it’s about building a community of voices that carry forward.
Ready to Apply?
The Call for Papers for WebExpo 2026 is open until 31st October 2025. If you’ve ever thought about sharing your story, this is your moment.
- Don’t wait until you feel “ready.” Nobody ever feels 100% ready.
- Don’t assume your idea isn’t good enough. We’ll help you shape your talk if you want it.
- Don’t let self-doubt keep you off the stage.
WebExpo has always thrived because people take a chance. On themselves, on their ideas and on the community. There is a special pride in watching someone who was unsure at first step onto the stage and shine. These moments are why we do this.
If you’re reading this, you have a story worth telling. WebExpo 2026 is your opportunity to tell it.
So go ahead and apply today.
We can’t wait to see what you bring.