Public Speaking and Presentation Skills - Virtual
Date: 1/21/2026 9:00 AM - 1/21/2026 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
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Overview

Description:
This Public Speaking and Presentation Skills workshop will instill confidence in even the most shy of presenters while honing the techniques of the most experienced. It’s no secret that the ability to speak effectively is an asset in any work or public setting, whether it’s to your team or a town hall. Research shows that this one skill can be the difference-maker to crisp and clear communication while impacting leadership enhancement and upward mobility. A successful presenter opens doors to countless opportunities. Anyone who is required to share critical information, compel others to action, or enhance persuasiveness will benefit infinitely from this workshop, will instill confidence in even the most shy of presenters while honing the techniques of the most experienced. It’s no secret that the ability to speak effectively is an asset in any work or public setting, whether it’s to your team or a town hall. Research shows that this one skill can be the difference-maker to crisp and clear communication while impacting leadership enhancement and upward mobility. A successful presenter opens doors to countless opportunities. Anyone who is required to share critical information, compel others to action, or enhance persuasiveness will benefit infinitely from this workshop.
The workshop will:
• Cover specific skills vital to powerful and compelling presentations
• Explain the difference between “sharing” information and “presenting” it
• Deliver an action-provoking presentation on even the toughest of topics
• Use video as a tool for understanding how your audience perceives you
• Include tips for maintaining composure when the unexpected occurs
• Identify and define the keys to keeping your audience involved and to make sure they remember the correct information.
Accommodations for Disabilities: UMTC endeavors to provide an inclusive learning environment for all. If you require special services or arrangements to fully participate in this workshop, please email Stephanie Cottrell or call 413-800-2655 at least 14 days prior to the event. Such services are provided free of charge.
Attendees
| First Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Aarsha | BETA Group, Inc. (RI) |
| Anna | BETA Group, Inc. (MA) |
| Ashley | VHB |
| Amanda | Town of Yarmouth |
| Audrey | Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG) |
| Caleb | Town of Burlington |
| Christopher | Town of Southborough |
| Conor | Town of Yarmouth |
| Daniel | Town of Brookline Municipal Service Center |
| Edward | Town of Yarmouth |
| Elizabeth | Town of Burlington |
| Emily | City of Cambridge DPW |
| Emma | Town of Auburn Highway Division |
| Evan | Cape Cod Commission (CCC) |
| Guoqiang | Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) |
| James | Town of Whitman DPW |
| James | Town of Barnstable DPW |
| James | Town of Sandwich DPW |
| Jenn | City of Newton |
| Jennifer | City of New Bedford |
| Joanna | Town of Auburn Highway Division |
| John | Town of Gill |
| Joyia | Cape Cod Commission (CCC) |
| Karim | City of Cambridge DPW |
| Kurt | Town of Hanover |
| Kyle | Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) |
| Linda | City of Cambridge DPW |
| Maria | Town of Brookline Municipal Service Center |
| Marissa | Town of Lexington DPW |
| Matthew | Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) |
| Miroslav | Town of Barnstable DPW |
| Nicolas | Town of Barnstable DPW |
| Paige | Town of Shrewsbury |
| Randall | Town of Southampton |
| Robert | Town of Chelmsford DPW |
| Scott | Town of Granville |
| Shawn | Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) |
| Trevor | Town of Dennis |
| William | Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) |
| Yahaira | Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) |