Pitch Your Idea (Workshop)



Learn & practice for effectively presenting a business concept or idea.
In this three-part workshop, participants will learn and practice preparing and presenting their business idea. You will be creating your own pitch deck in a logical and persuasive manner, using presentation software (PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva, etc.) to communicate and gain support for their project of idea. Learn and develop skills for using powerful body language to demonstrate your competence and confidence. Learn to understand your audience and tailor your presentation to the listeners. Learn from others in the class by listening, observing, and reacting to presenters with constructive feedback.​

Who is this workshop for

  • New business owners in need of support for their business venture
  • Existing business owners looking to expand
  • Professionals looking to secure support for their new idea or project
  • Anyone wanting to learn winning presentation skills​

​Requirements

Attendees must provide their own laptop and bring to each class. Their presentation must be made available on a thumb drive or emailed to the instructor in advance of each class.
Registration is $50 per person, and the workshop is in-person only. Click here for more information and registration.
Locations and times for workshops are as follows:
WAUSAU
UWSP at Wausau | UW Center for Civic Engagement | Sonnentag Room
625 Stewart Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401
Session 1 – Creating Your Slide Deck
– Tuesday, August 1, 2023 | 6-7 p.m.
Session 2 – Using Body Language
– Tuesday, August 8, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.
Session 3 – Presenting Your Pitch
– Tuesday​, August 15, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.
MARSHFIELD
UWSP at Marshfield | Everett Roehl STEM Center | Jean Vanguard Room (514)
2000 W 5th St, Marshfield, WI 54449​
Session 1 – Creating Your Slide Deck
– Wednesday, August 2, 2023 | 6-7 p.m.
Session 2 – Using Body Language
– Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.
Session 3 – Presenting Your Pitch
– Wednesday, August 16, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.
STEVENS POINT
UW-Stevens Point | Chemistry Biology Building | Room 161
2101 4th Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54481​
Session 1 – Creating Your Slide Deck
– Thursday, August 3, 2023 | 6-7 p.m.
Session 2 – Using Body Language
– Thursday​, August 10, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.
Session 3 – Presenting Your Pitch
– Thursday, August 17, 2023 | 6-8 p.m.

Location:

625 Stewart Avenue Wausau Wisconsin

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