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Perfect Your Pitch [Webinar]
March 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Guided by social entrepreneur and adjunct professor Le-Marie V.J. Thompson, attendees will delve into various aspects of pitching, including understanding the pitching mindset, mastering storytelling, and identifying key pitch elements. The workshop will also cover the construction of a compelling pitch deck and provide real-world examples for context, like Airbnb’s successful pitch. Additionally, participants will engage in practical exercises, such as creating customer empathy maps, to apply what they’ve learned. The session concludes with a Q&A segment, allowing for personalized feedback and further clarification of the concepts presented.
About the Speaker
Le-Marie V.J. Thompson is an entrepreneur, educator and technologist looking to make the world a better place one innovation at a time. She spends a good bit of her energies advocating for women and girls in STEM, tech for good and STEM education among the underserved. Le-Marie is the Founder and CEO of Nettadona, and was selected by Fast Company magazine as one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business and Social Good. She has over ten years of experience with global 100 telecom companies and 5 years experience with innovative education programs. She holds an M.A. in Communication, Culture and Technology from Georgetown University and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland.
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