Presenter Toolkit

Presenting at an upcoming conference, seminar or online presentation?  Get ideas, tips and recommendations below to help you prepare for a successful presentation! 

If you have any presenter suggestions, please contact Jennifer Corbin, Heather Du Vall or Lindsay Plath.

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Content Suggestions from Members

Need ideas for your next seminar or conference session topic? Download this list of suggested topics and bring it to your next committee meeting.

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Content Relevance Tips

Follow these suggestions from members to ensure that you are presenting relevant content.

  • Make sure new topics are presented each year
  • Include collaboration/group interaction time among peers
  • Ensure that your topic is timely
  • Tailor your content to different district sizes
  • More networking time with vendors
  • Poll business officials to determine topics
  • Combination of beginner and advanced level of breakout sessions

Review the official Professional Development Committee Handbook, created by the PDC Advisory Committee.

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Prepare for a Successful Presentation

Illinois ASBO PowerPoint Template

Use this template for any Illinois ASBO event unless otherwise specified.

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Illinois ASBO Speaker Resources

Event-specific speaker information including important deadlines, AV information, speaker tips and moderator responsibilities.

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12 Most Engaging Presenter Behaviors to Keep Your Audience Awake

Part of your job as a presenter is to help your audience stay awake, to actually pay attention and consider what you are saying.

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Tips and Tricks for Successful Online Presentations

Learn how online presentations differ from live presentations and how to adapt your presentation delivery.

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Tips to Create a Successful PowerPoint Presentation 

Avoid "Death by PowerPoint" and learn how to increase attendee understanding and retention.


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