Speaker Toolkit

PowerPoint Guidance:

On the day, if you wish to use PowerPoint slides, please download our branded slides, edit them as needed, and email them to [email protected]. For larger files, we recommend using WeTransfer.

Duration:

This is a 45-minute session. Ensure it remains engaging and interactive throughout.

Format:

• Whether your session is a talk or a workshop, aim to keep it interactive. Allocate time for Q&A either at the end or throughout the session.
• At the beginning, inform participants about how they can ask questions and when the Q&A will occur.

Introduction:

1. Welcome everyone to the session.

2. Provide a brief introduction about yourself and your expertise.

3. Outline what participants will learn today and the session format.

4. Share housekeeping information, including:

   • A photographer will be onsite taking photos throughout the day. Please let us know if you have any concerns.
   • In the event of a fire, please follow a member of staff to the designated meeting point.

5. Update your slides with these key points.

6. End with a call to action, key takeaways, and next steps or homework.

Speaker Tips:

• Engage with participants to keep the session lively and interactive.
• Include short exercises or activities to encourage participant interaction.
• Maintain energy and enthusiasm to captivate your audience.
• Encourage participants to share their insights or experiences related to the topic.
• Provide opportunities for networking or further discussion if relevant.

• Be prepared for technical issues; please have a backup plan for your slides or other materials. Additionally, bring a copy of your slides on a memory stick. We will have a copy saved on our laptop, but having your own is a good precaution.

• If you wish to provide handouts, please print 70 copies. Each room may vary in size, but we expect approximately 60-70 attendees in the breakout rooms.

• If you require sound or video equipment, please let us know.

Have fun and keep the atmosphere lighthearted!