Teach the Geek to Speak: Developing Speaker Training Programs for Technical Staff

  • 10 Jun 2026
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Zoom link provided upon registration
  • 50

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  • ATD Nebraska partnership with ATD Central Iowa
  • One-time complimentary registration for non-member student. Must submit verification of enrollment in current semester to contactus@atdnebraska.org.

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AI, green technology, and augmented reality aren’t just buzzwords—they’re transforming industries and redefining the skills organizations need to thrive.

Technical experts drive this innovation, but when they struggle to communicate their ideas clearly, it can lead to stalled projects, missed opportunities, and diminished collaboration.

For L&D professionals, this is a strategic opportunity: equipping technical staff with strong presentation and communication skills amplifies their impact and accelerates organizational success.

In this session, you’ll learn why speaker training for technical professionals should be a priority and how to design programs that deliver measurable value.

Speaker's Information: Neil Thompson, Founder Teach the Geek

Speaker's Bio: Neil is an engineer-turned-communication coach who helps STEM professionals become confident public speakers. After facing challenges explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences, he founded Teach the Geek, a platform dedicated to improving communication skills for technical experts.

Neil offers customized speaker training programs, hosts a podcast, and is a published author of book and articles in publications like Inc. Magazine.


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