The Speech Geeks Speak: Your Presentation Questions Answered
The Speech Geeks Speak:
Your Presentation Questions Answered
FREE LIVE WEBINAR: January 22, 2026
Start times: 9:00am Pacific; 10:00am Mountain; 11:00am Central; 12:00pm Eastern
Length: 1 hour
Join Eva (The Stage Sage) and Jami (The Story Sculptor) — a.ka. The Speech Geeks — for a 1-hour Ask Me Anything-Style webinar where we dig into your burning questions about presentations. Seriously, ask us anything! You’ll have opportunities to ask questions live, and we’ll also address questions submitted during registration.
Eva and Jami bring complementary perspectives—stage presence and storytelling—to help you present with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.
We'll share some of our top recommendations for Leveling Up Your Presentation Skills, but this is not a lecture. This session is designed to be conversational and interactive. We’ll weave audience questions and real-world scenarios throughout the discussion rather than saving everything for the end.
This free session introduces the concepts and approach behind our Level Up Your Presentation Skills workshop and is a great way to see if our style is right for you.
Who should attend
- Professionals who present ideas, data, or recommendations
- GIS, tech, and data professionals who want to communicate more clearly
- Anyone who feels confident in their work but less confident presenting it
- People who want practical guidance—not theory or fluff
What are you waiting for? Reserve your spot now for this fun, free professional development opportunity.
Instructors
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Eva Reid, MPA, GISP is a keynote speaker, facilitator, and presentation coach with more than twenty-five years of experience presenting in technical and professional development spaces. She is known for her engaging stage presence, thoughtful moderation, and ability to connect with audiences across disciplines.
Eva has delivered keynote presentations at conferences nationwide and regularly moderates panels and discussions, guiding conversations that are inclusive, insightful, and impactful. She has been featured on multiple technology podcasts, including Geographers Without Borders and What the Teck, and brings a confident, conversational style to every presentation—whether she’s on a large stage or leading an interactive workshop.
With more than thirty years of experience in geospatial technology and data management, Eva combines deep technical knowledge with a strong understanding of how people learn and engage. She is a passionate advocate for professionals in technology and is committed to creating educational and community-building opportunities that support women+, allies, and emerging leaders as they develop confidence, presence, and voice.
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Jami Dennis, GISP, is a data visualization, storytelling, and presentation-skills specialist who helps professionals communicate complex ideas with clarity, confidence, and impact. She designs and teaches interactive workshops that focus on structuring messages, designing effective visuals, and delivering presentations that resonate with audiences.
Jami has spent nearly her entire career presenting to audiences large and small. Her experience ranges from presenting on the main stage at the Esri International User Conference to briefing elected officials, leading executive and team presentations, and speaking at GIS, Census, and professional conferences nationwide. She is an award-winning StoryMap creator and has taught numerous technical and applied sessions on storytelling with data, maps, and visuals.
With more than thirty years of experience in GIS, socio-economic research, and data analysis, Jami brings a rare combination of technical depth and communication expertise. She spent twenty-five years working in state and regional government in Arizona before moving into private practice. She is the owner of Geodetic Analysis LLC, where she provides GIS, data analysis, and data visualization services, and is the author of GIS for Dummies (2nd Edition).
