Because a PowerPoint doesn’t have to look like a PowerPoint.
You need this presentation to be the best.
Unfortunately, you lack the time, talent, or team to “make it happen.”
I can help you “check the box” and get it done.
I’ve been called a presentation guru, a visual wizard, a life-saver, and a secret weapon.
You can call me, Michael.
Experience
Hundreds of presentations have crossed my desktop over the years. I've helped clients roll out strategies, secure funding, introduce new products, simplify complexities, and so much more. My projects go smoothly because I've seen the pitfalls, learned from mistakes, and honed my craft.
Knowledge
Beyond the best practices of graphic design, I offer an understanding of business strategy, complex concepts, and persuasion techniques. I've worked with a variety of industries and subjects, but I am always eager to listen, research, and learn more to find the best solution.
Flexibility & Reliability
The journey to a finished presentation can be unpredictable and bumpy. Meetings move up, executives get called away, and content gets scrubbed. Despite all these challenges, my aim is to “stick the landing”— meeting milestones and deadlines flexibly and calmly.
How we can work together...
Marketing Communications Professionals
You are the warriors in the middle of the maelstrom. I know your challenges, because I've been there: aggressive timelines, elusive leaders, and a never-shrinking task list. You're drowning, but it doesn't stop you from wanting to do your best. I share your desire to produce high-quality, results-oriented communications—on time and within budget. When you partner with me, you'll have a virtual teammate at your side. Together, we'll deliver a project worthy of your value to your organization.
Professional Speakers
& Thought Leaders
It's just you on stage, and the spotlight can be harsh. As an expert, a leader, or a teacher, you need to go beyond grabbing your audience's attention—engaging them and leaving them with a powerful impression. Your goal is nothing short of changing hearts and minds. With my help, we will turn your presentation into a canvas for bold and inspiring imagery. We can work together to focus your content on maximum engagement. Standing on a stage with a presentation to match your important message is possible.
Startup Executives & Entreprenuers
You have an innovative product or idea that will improve lives and conditions in the world. You need to hook potential investors quickly while demonstrating your confidence and vision. Unfortunately, your audience is jaded. They sit through hundreds of PowerPoints—their visual cortexes are numb. I can help you level-up your pitch deck, streamlining your content and adding the right amount of polish and sophistication to inform and delight a tough crowd.
How a typical project goes…
Discover
Clients come to me with challenges, ideas, outlines, and first drafts. I ask probing questions to discover the best path forward for the project.
Develop
I present concepts, drafts, and approaches in an iterative process—homing in on the most effective
and impactful solutions.
Deliver
Successful projects are born
from solid collaborations.
Upon uploading the final file,
I know you’ll present confidently with what we’ve created.
Some of the companies I’ve worked with...
“Why on earth would I hire a presentation designer?”
A fair question. You’ve scrolled this far.
Hear me out.
You may have one of these common perspectives:
I can design my own presentation, and it will be “good enough...”
No doubt. There are so many tools available anyone can create a decent-enough presentation in a pinch. If you have time or you enjoy the creativity, then more power to you. However, there are situations when “good enough” won't cut it. Sometimes, the stakes are high and the expectations are higher. I can help you assess audience needs, enhance and clarify your messaging, and curate an exciting visual narrative.
Custom presentations sound expensive to me...
Spending money on "custom anything" can seem risky. With some projects, it’s tough to quantify a return on investment. Saving your time and having a presentation you can "proudly present" are significant factors, but sometimes the benefits seem less tangible. If budget is a concern, I encourage you to go ahead and get a project quote. There may be a way for us to collaborate that meets your budget and your needs.
We have “people” that do this sort of thing...
It's good to have a backup plan. On many occasions, I've been called in to help when in-house teams get overwhelmed. I've also had clients who struggle with in-house resources who “can't promise they'll get to your project by that date.” Let's connect now in case you need a more flexible option to get your project done.
We have brand standards...I'm not sure “custom design” work is for us...
I've worked with some of the tightest brand standards in the corporate world (I'm looking at you, Medtronic). “Custom” doesn't mean coloring outside the lines. I've studied client’s standards manuals and attended branding webinars. I’ll do whatever it takes to maintain your company’s brand, while giving you a “wow” presentation.