2026 PHOENIX FAN FUSION Presenter ARE NOW open.

We host a thousand hours of panels and need help from talented and enthusiastic fans who can create, practice and present imaginative panels and experiences.

Presenters whose submission is accepted will receive a complimentary Single Day pass for the day of their panel. If you participate on two or more panels you will receive a Full Event pass.

Here are some things we look for in presenter and panel submissions:

Public Speaking Experience:

• Experience in public speaking in front of a live audience

• Dynamic and enthusiastic presentation style

• Ability and willingness to collaborate with 2-4 partners to develop up to three one-hour long presentations

• Unique background and voice

• Openness to developing a panel to fit with one of the key themes. Specific themes can include shows, movies, games or other trending\popular elements of pop culture. Generally, these will fall under

  • Anime\Manga

  • Comic Books

  • Fantasy

  • Games\Gaming

  • Horror

  • Science-Fiction

Panel Topics and Presentation Concepts

• A novel presentation concept or format

• An unusual topic or theme and\or a new approach to a topic

• A new\interesting way of delivering content that’s beyond just a 40-50 minute lecture\Q&A

• A unique viewpoint

• A detailed outline and plan for delivery

Before Applying, please read through the Presenter Information and Policy documentation