Help Contractors Build Better Businesses
Service World Expo brings together growth-focused home service contractors from across the country to learn, connect, and build stronger businesses. For 2026, we're selecting speakers who deliver practical, results-driven insights.
Speakers Who Deliver Real Value
SWE speakers are selected based on their ability to deliver real operational value to contractors. Successful sessions share these qualities.
Practical Frameworks
Systems and frameworks contractors can implement immediately in their businesses.
Measurable Results
Real business examples with measurable outcomes that demonstrate proven approaches to growth.
Stage-Aligned Guidance
Clear guidance aligned to a contractor's specific stage of growth.
Education-First Content
Focused entirely on improving contractor outcomes.
Find Your Category
Applicants should identify which category best describes their session and expertise.
Audience Acquisition
Industry voices or recognized experts who attract contractors and deliver high-value insights relevant to business growth.
- Industry influencers
- Operational experts
- Growth-focused contractors
- Recognized thought leaders in the trades
Lifecycle Advancement
Contractors, coaches, or operators who can demonstrate real operational systems and measurable business outcomes.
- Hiring and team development
- Pricing and profitability
- Dispatch and operational systems
- Scaling from $1M to $10M+
Authority & Leadership
High-level leaders who help contractors think differently about leadership, strategy, or long-term business development.
- Exit planning
- Leadership psychology
- Strategic growth
- Enterprise scaling
Sessions Organized by Business Stage
Indicate which growth stage your session best supports. Sessions should clearly help contractors understand what to do next at their stage.
Early Growth
Building foundations, finding product-market fit, first hires and systems.
Operational Stabilization
Systemizing operations, building reliable teams, consistent delivery.
Scaling Systems
Scaling what works, leadership development, multi-team management.
Advanced Leadership
Exit planning, enterprise operations, strategic growth at scale.
Choose Your Format
Select the format that best fits your presentation to ensure it delivers practical value.
Stage-Based Roadmap
Help contractors identify their current stage and the next steps required to grow.
Case Study
Real-world examples demonstrating measurable results or revenue improvement.
Tactical Implementation
Step-by-step guidance on implementing systems and processes.
Leadership & Strategy
Higher-level sessions on leadership, long-term growth, and strategic thinking.
What You Get
Selected speakers receive meaningful exposure and support.
National Exposure
Present to a national audience of contractors and industry leaders.
Event Promotion
Promotion through Service Nation's established marketing channels.
Content Collaboration
Opportunities for post-event content collaboration and visibility.
Event Registration
Complimentary or discounted registration to Service World Expo.
How Applications Are Reviewed
Alignment with growth stages
Practical & actionable insights
Demonstrated outcomes
Relevance to attendees
Audience engagement
Set Yourself Apart
The most impactful SWE sessions don't just inform, they transform. Contractors walk out with something they can put to work the next day.
- Solve a specific business problem
- Teach a framework they can apply immediately
- Share real examples from operators who have done it
- Send them home with clear next steps to implement
Every session should help a contractor leave the room with something they can put into action immediately.
The SWE StandardSubmit Your Speaker Application
If your experience, frameworks, or results can help contractors move forward in their business journey, we invite you to apply.
LAST DAY TO SUBMIT IS JUNE 1st, 2026
2026 Call for Speakers Application
Complete the application below.