Putting Your Best Voice Forward: A Public Speaking Workshop (May 07, 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Putting Your Best Voice Forward: A Public Speaking Workshop

Thursday, May 7 | 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Atmosphere Commercial Interiors
749 University Row, Suite 320
Madison, WI

Workshop Highlights

Deliver key messages that stay with your audience long after the presentation.

Determine your first steps when asked to speak.
Use preparation and practice to perfect your presentation.
Effectively use your voice and speech pattern to have your message resonate.
Adjust the “tools” in the room to maximize your delivery.
Capture and retain the attention of your audience.
Manage the “jitters” and use them to your advantage
Prepare for an interview versus a presentation, and manage questions.
Share a brief presentation (one to three minutes), with the group applying what you learned. (Optional)
Share your speaking experiences—both successes and challenges—with each other to learn and grow.

The Presenters

Jackie Judd: Emmy-award-winning journalist Jackie Judd spent her career in front of a television camera or radio microphone and now helps people find their way to excellence when speaking to groups - large, small, or something in between. Jackie worked for many years as a correspondent for ABC News, the PBS NewsHour, and NPR. Now, as a consultant, she has engaged with hundreds of people—ranging from a Fortune 100 CEO to human rights activists around the globe—guiding them toward successful public speaking.

Carol Koby: An experienced broadcaster and moderator, Carol Koby has had an extensive career in communications, most recently as Executive Producer/Host of the long-running radio program "All About Living" and Moderator of the cable television program "Picture of Health" for UW Health. A pioneer in television journalism, Carol was the first Women’s Director at WITI-TV, Milwaukee, and served in many on-air roles at WKOW-TV in Madison. Carol continues to use her public speaking skills by moderating in-person and Zoom forums for the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin.

Member Registration $30.00 Non-Member Registration $40.00

Wine, soft drinks, and light appetizers will be served following the Workshop.

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Putting Your Best Voice Forward: A Public Speaking Workshop (May 07, 2026)