QA Takes the Lead Conference
May 27,2026
Call for Speakers is Now Open
Share your experience and help shape the conversations that guide modern QA leadership.
Help shape the conversations that move QA forward.
QA Takes the Lead returns after a strong first edition that brought together hundreds of QA leaders and practitioners. This year’s program will continue to focus on clarity, leadership, and the practical decisions that influence software quality at scale.
We are now accepting speaker proposals for the upcoming event on May 26th, 2026.
Who Should Apply
QA managers, directors, test architects, engineering leaders, consultants, and practitioners who have led meaningful change. First timers are welcome when their proposal delivers a clear value.
Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: February 24
- Speaker Notifications: March 3
- Final Session Title and Slide Submission:
May 12
- Conference Date: May 26
Why Speak at QATL?
Share your experience with a global community of QA leaders, strengthen your professional voice, and contribute practical insight that helps teams improve how they deliver quality.
What This Conference Stands For
QA Takes the Lead highlights the real work behind quality leadership. Sessions focus on strategy, decision making, and practices that help teams deliver with confidence. Attendees join to learn how modern QA teams influence product, engineering, and business outcomes.
Your session should help leaders think, plan, and lead better.
Get Inspired, Watch the Full 2025 Event
Featured Speakers
Joel Montvelisky
Suzanne Kraaij
Ariadna Trueba
Lisa Crispin
Jay Aigner
Siva Kopparapu
Mike Lyles
Ben Fellows
Gagandeep Sharma
Simon Hargraves
Ashok Kumar
Zhasmina Boycheva