Audio Video
Requirements:
Cordless microphones or
handhold microphones are always welcome.
Presentations are in
PowerPoint and can be distributed electronically as part of an event CD-ROM (please use
the copyright release form.)
Joe does not mind being
photographed during his presentation, but recommends photos are taken after audience gets
to know the speaker (10-15min). Whenever possible, he would like to get copies of photos.
In many cases, conference organizers can simply provide his contact details to the
photographer, and we will do the rest.
Video recording of Joe's
presentations is permitted with gratis distribution rights under certain conditions
(please inquire for details).
When possible, Joe prefers
conference organizers to provide participants with handouts of the presentations so that
they can take notes if desired.
For conference organizers who
want more interactivity or event sponsors that are looking for direct audience feedback,
Joe often designs presentations that use interactive polling technologies.
Joe rarely drinks alcohol and
prefers sparkling water.
Other aspects of
Joe's Value Proposition
Joe is easy to work with and
likes to interact with the audience. He often walks around and will go to the audience.
Joe enjoys and tries to meet
as many event participants as possible. Unless met with a scheduling conflict, Joe will
attend your social events, if invited.
Joe provides a written
self-introduction which can be modified to best fit your audience.
Joe is also comfortable
introducing himself to the audience.
Joe's publisher
Palgrave-Macmillan has special pricing on bulk purchases of Joe's books for conference
organizers and meeting planners.
Book signings with local book
shops can be arranged to complement your event.
A few things to
think about:
To maximize your investment
in any speaker, please keep in mind that a late-night party the day before the event is
usually not a good start for your audience or for the speakers.
Awards or extended
announcements are tiresome; either consider having your speaker first, or give the
audience a stretch break for a couple of minutes before introducing the speaker.
Being intimate with the
audience means that the speaker and the participants need to be in close proximity to each
other.
The audience rarely listens
while they are eating.
A good event is well lit and
not claustrophobic.
Room design is important;
when in doubt avoid rows and columns. Use random tables or form a U-shape or chevron
design.
Keep entrance/exit in the
back of the room to avoid disruptions during the sessions.
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