Professionals who are genuinely shaping the future of cleaning and hygiene in Australasia now have a rare and meaningful opportunity to share their expertise with an audience that is actively looking for it. The ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2026, taking place 8-9 October at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, has officially opened its call for speakers, with proposals accepted across six key topic areas.
Whether your work centres on infection control, workforce development, sustainability, technology, business strategy or facility hygiene standards, the Education Theatre offers a platform to reach cleaning and facility management professionals hungry for practical, real-world insight. Sponsored by Kikkoman Biochemifa Company, the theatre represents one of the expo’s most valued features, drawing attendees who come specifically to learn from those working at the coal face of the industry.
Why speaking matters
Beyond the obvious exposure, presenting at an industry event of this scale carries tangible professional and business benefits. Speakers position themselves as credible voices in their field, opening doors to new commercial relationships, media opportunities and peer recognition that persist well beyond the two-day event. For businesses, it is one of the most cost-effective ways to demonstrate thought leadership to a qualified, engaged audience.
The six topic areas reflect the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the sector right now: Infection Control & Healthcare Cleaning, Technology & Automation in Cleaning, Sustainability & ESG Initiatives, Workforce Development & Staff Retention, Business Growth & Commercial Strategy, and Facility Cleaning & Hygiene Standards. If your work intersects with any of these areas, your perspective has a place on the program.
Submit before the deadline
Proposals must be submitted by close of business on Wednesday, 17 June, leaving only a short window for interested professionals to put their hands up. The submission process is straightforward, and the organisers are genuinely seeking diverse voices from across the industry, so experience as a speaker is less important than the quality and relevance of what you have to share.
Submit your proposal here before the deadline and take your place among the leaders defining what this industry looks like next.
