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A Unique Experience
No other conference on the planet shines a spotlight this bright and this strong on the presentation experience.
Breadth
Successful presentations are about more than software. They are about crafting sharp messages, creating intelligent design, employing smart PowerPoint techniques, and developing comfort before an audience. The Summit offers all of this at levels you won’t find anywhere else.
Depth
We deliver insight, inspiration, and community to create a conference experience that you will remember forever. Our breadth of coverage, depth of expertise, willingness to help, and passion for creating engagement all add up to a business conference that is completely unlike any other you will attend.
Scope
Spend three days with us and never look at a presentation project the same way again. Three days and immediately distinguish yourself from 99% of the people creating or delivering presentations today.
Whether you choose to connect in person or virtually, the Summit delivers on all three of these promises, as it has for the last 19 years.
Our Covid covenant
We are hopeful and optimistic about our hosting an in-person audience this year, in addition to our virtual one. We have established the following protocols for the experience:
- Proof of vaccination to enter the conference area
- Dedicated sterilization crew with continual wipedowns of surfaces and omnipresent hand sanitization
- Sensible distancing protocols, including limiting attendance to 50% of normal
- Face coverings optional while in the conference area
How we create our learning environment
At the Summit, you will choose between at least two, and often three, concurrent seminars or workshops. You never have to sign up ahead of time, you pick and choose as you go. No worries if you miss one you want to see; you have until the middle of 2022 to watch them all on demand.
The Artistry
Looks at questions of design and aesthetics, story and message, and audience connection. This track explores the qualities that make up excellent presentation design and delivery, and is where we showcase the work of prominent presentation designers and communication specialists.
The Science
Dedicated to the nuts-and-bolts techniques and strategies that comprise effective use of PowerPoint and related software. It caters to those in the trenches—the ones who pump out slides by the truckload and need to learn how to be as efficient and as productive as possible. It is a haven for all of the nitty-gritty tips and tricks on myriad topics.
The Virtual
Long after we have conquered Covid, virtual presenting will be here to stay and this track explores how we can become more effective presenters in our own little Zoom windows. This track is about virtual and will be delivered virtually for both of our audiences.
Affordable, Accessible, Invaluable
Continuing a tradition of being one of the best values in end-user education, the Presentation Summit has maintained small business-friendly pricing since its inception in 2003. In fact, we are dropping our in-person price by several hundred dollars as we accommodate our hybrid experience.
ATTENDING IN PERSON
Main Conference
Mon-Wed
$ 1,395
Until 5/1/21
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All seminars and workshops
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Unlimited access to the Help Center
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Buffet breakfast each morning
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Full sit-down lunch on Mon and Tue
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Access to on-demand recordings of all keynotes and seminars
Optional Courses
Sun, Sep 26
$ 169
Per course
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Two-hour deep dives into fundamental topics
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Small classes, lots of individual attention
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The perfect jumpstart to the conference
Host Hotel
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
$ 199
Per night
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Brand new hotel with state-of-the-art conference facilities
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Beachfront location on Florida's Gulf Coast
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In the heart of Clearwater's dining and shopping district
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Call 727.281.9500
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY
Main Conference
Mon-Wed
$ 595
Until 4/1/21
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All seminars and workshops live streamed in high def
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Fully moderated Chat with direct access to presenters
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Unlimited access to the Virtual Help Center
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On-demand recordings available for six months afterward
Optional Courses
Sun, Sep 26
$ 169
Per course
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Two-hour deep dives into fundamental topics
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Small classes, lots of individual attention
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The perfect jumpstart to the conference
Travel and Lodging
$ 0
Per night
CANCELLATIONS: 80% refund given if cancellation is received in writing more than 21 days before event; 40% refund if between 14 and 21 days before event; no refund within 14 days of event.
Our Covid covenant
We are hopeful and optimistic about our hosting an in-person audience this year, in addition to our virtual one. We have established the following protocols for the experience:
- Proof of vaccination to enter the conference area
- Dedicated sterilization crew with continual wipedowns of surfaces and omnipresent hand sanitization
- Sensible distancing protocols, including limiting attendance to 50% of normal
- Face coverings optional while in the conference area
Sights and Sounds from the Summit
Photo Gallery
Reunions start early
Conference host Rick Altman (right) with veteran patron Tom Hutchins, reconnecting Saturday evening.
Happy hour
Many dozens of people show up for Saturday evening happy hour, a day before the conference begins.
Go Time
Sunday evening's hosted reception is where conference friendships first form.
Birds of a Feather
Before the seminars begin, people are already gathering and networking, like this group of presentation entrepreneurs.
Meaning of life
The simplicity of life, according to Carmen Simon.
The kid
Youngest speaker in conference history: 15-year-old Caleb Maddix.
Meaty Seminars
Tom Howell, performing a deep dive into his design process.
Lights, Camera...
Altman interviewing a patron, producing the video, and uploading it, all in one 60-min seminar.
Presentation Rap
Sally Zimney, Nolan Haims, and Carmen Simon, dishing on the presentation experience.
The bunny
Mike Parkinson, the conference's energizer bunny.
Secret to success
Our mantra for choosing seminar topics.
The Expo
Tue is Expo day at the conference, with over a dozen vendors showing off their wares.
The Expo
Kristina Dolan of EcosPrez, all ready for the Expo.
Lots of Demo Time
Julian Kornmaier and Victor Rodriquez from Made in Office take advantage of easy one-on-one time during the Expo.
Altered states
Johanna Kneifel from Inscale, showing how to look cool while wearing VR goggles.
The PowerPoint Trivia Contest
Conference insanity at its finest.
PowerPoint Charades
Could you get your teammates to say this phrase?
Colleague encounter
One of our favorite stories: Four colleagues with GhostRanch Communications, each working remotely, met for the first time at the conference.
Conference virgins
A few of the 60% that make up first-time patrons each year.
Dancing fools
A recent poolside reception featured non-stop dancing.
Tuesday Evening Reception
Everyone comes out for our hosted party.
All Together Now!
Just a few who now consider themselves permanent members of the Summit community.
Video footage from our seminars
Nancy Duarte: The Power of Story
Better Storytelling through Animation
Julie Terberg: Avoiding Color Anarchy
Nolan Haims and the One-Second Chart
Carmen Simon: The Right Kind of Unforgettable
Mike Parkinson: Do it Yourself!
Heather Ackmann: How to be a Video Hottie
Echo Swinford Gets Geeky
My name is Rick, and I'm a dog: 20 slides, 20 seconds each
Snippets from our patrons
An Atmosphere of Sharing
Best Conference I Attend. By Far.
I Love it. I Absolutely Love it.
Wonderful People, Great Connections
The Best Feedback We Could Possibly Get
A Generosity of Spirit
From the host
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"Best Technical Support on the Planet"
The Summit Never Sleeps
We Want Presenters who Bleed all over the Place
They Come for the Learning, They Come Back for the Friends
It was incredible to find my people. The energy, enthusiasm, and operational excellence have fostered a wonderful community. I can't say enough about the interactions I had and what I learned from my colleagues.
Daren LewisDir, Content and Strategy, The Presentation Company 
One of the best conferences ever. I already miss the kindness, support, and talent that surrounded me. The Summit is about passion, sharing, and top-notch visual communication. Every moment is crafted to help you become a better presentation professional and feel part of a wonderful and generous family.
Ines NataleCreative Dir, Lattice Semiconductor
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Our Covid covenant
We are hopeful and optimistic about our hosting an in-person audience this year, in addition to our virtual one. We have established the following protocols for the experience:
- Proof of vaccination to enter the conference area
- Dedicated sterilization crew with continual wipedowns of surfaces and omnipresent hand sanitization
- Sensible distancing protocols, including limiting attendance to 50% of normal
- Face coverings optional while in the conference area
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