Speaking
Leslie Poston is a vibrant, flexible, knowledgeable and experienced speaker and educator. Whether speaking to large groups at an international conference like MIDEM or working with small businesses and individuals at the local level around the United States, Leslie delivers.
Able to speak to groups at all experience levels on a wide variety of topics, Leslie brings humanity and humor to her presentations, making all types of knowledge accessible to everyone. She is able to read her audience and adjust her presentations on the fly by reading the room, as well as tracking the backchannel, to make sure each one is a fit for everyone in attendance.
Below are some (but by no means all) of the many topics you can choose from when having Leslie speak. She also loves creating new rock star presentations to fit your group and help you get to the next level. To have Leslie speak, contact her by email or call (800) 501-4049.
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“I saw Leslie present at a conference and was impressed by her knowledge and really enjoyed her presentation style. I knew that I had to bring her to our campus to work with our faculty and staff. Leslie worked with us from the time we developed our initial presentation concepts and delivered two social media workshops that not only met, but exceeded, our expectations. I would highly recommend her to anyone thinking about social media and strategies for its effective and efficient usage.” July 30, 2010 ~Sue Castriotta, Keene State College
Adaptive Media In Education
Description:
Incorporating social media (better called adaptive media) into the classroom and into the overall curricula of the educational institution and system. Reflections on a variety of topics, customized to your needs. Samples can be found on my public Slideshare.
Structure:
45 minutes to one hour plus Q&A (presentation), or as a panel, or as a workshop lasting 2 hours
A/V Needs:
Projector, Screen, Internet Connection
Previously Presented At:
UNH 2009, SMBNH 2009, NHWHEL 2010, KEENE STATE 2010, UNH FITSI 2010, FRANKLIN PIERCE 2010
Creating A Content Ecosystem
Previously Presented At:
The Community Roundtable 2010
DIY Indie Film Marketing, or Social Media for Storytellers
Description:
What is Social Media for Storytellers? Simply put, it’s about more than just the tools. It’s about crafting, then honing, a real connection with your audience, then putting that audience in your pocket and bringing them with you on your journey. Every creative person hopes to make money at their craft, but social media for storytellers doesn’t make your audience feel like your cash cow. If it’s done right it makes them your evangelists, your cheerleaders, your biggest fans.
It’s not just about building an audience either. It’s about building a bridge, connecting people in a way that matters – that lasts. This connection will be the foundation to your success, whether you need distribution, financing, or collaborators. It’s also about telling a story in a way that is compelling. With a million voices shouting, it’s about how to be heard, and, more importantly, how to be worth hearing.
Structure:
Half day workshop, panel or one hour presentation
A/V Needs:
Projector, Screen, Mic, Podium
Previously Presented At:
DIY Days New York 2010, Filmmakers Get Social 2010
Social Media Guidelines and Policies
Description:
Aimed at assisting businesses and HR departments formulate policies for their company and employees that make sense, and that mesh well with both industry regulations and the connected world.
Structure:
Live Action Workshop and Brainstorming Session
A/V Needs:
Projector and Screen, Internet Connection
Previously Presented At:
NHBW 2009, UNH 2009
Twitter for Music
Description:
How the music industry can use Twitter as a powerful marketing and sales tool: Whether you are an artist, a manager, a label or a venue, the co-author of “Twitter for Dummies” and long time consultant to the entertainment industry, will help you figure out how to use Twitter as a portable and connective platform to help you in your music career or business. You will learn how to leverage it as a platform for connecting with fans – finding a new audience – building a community – booking gigs – creating a web presence – enhancing search engine presence, collaborative projects and music sales.
Structure:
45 Min Talk, Followed By 15 Min Q&A
A/V Needs:
Mic, Podium, Projector set up (I bring my MacBook Pro with adapters)
Previously Presented At:
MIDEM, Cannes France, 2010
Speaking Topics:
Sample Presentation from MIDEM, Cannes, France in January 2010:
Panel on Film at NH Film Festival, November 2009:
Sample Presentation on ROI at University of Massachusetts, 2009:
