Farmingdale State College
9:00am - Check-in and Breakfast
10:00 am - Welcome
10:05 am - Business Meeting
10:35am - Keynote Address
Nancy Robillard; Theater Director, Acting and Public Speaking Coach
11:45am - 2025 Grant Recipients Presentations
12:30pm - Farewell
Nancy Robillard is a communication skills coach with 20+ years of experience in business and the arts. Nancy started her career as a professional theatre director and has worked on Broadway, off-Broadway and in regional theatre. She also works extensively as an educator and has taught acting and public speaking at several colleges. In her coaching work she helps business professionals and their teams ensure their messages are clear and skillfully delivered by teaching theatrical techniques that powerfully engage audiences. She works with clients across many industries, including Finance, Law, Real Estate, Technology, and Non-profit organizations. She has prepared clients for TED talks, keynotes, media interviews, sales presentations, panel discussions and offers individual as well as group coaching.Presentation: Powerful Presentation
This interactive workshop will explore how to use your voice and body to elevate your presentation skills whether you are presenting for a large audience, in a meeting, or in a virtual setting. Communication skills coach Nancy Robillard will guide you through the following topics: persuasive storytelling, navigating Q&A, talking with the media, and managing nerves. You will have an opportunity to practice your new and enhanced skills during the workshop.
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