Join an Amazing Team!

Joining us as a volunteer Board Director or a Board Operations Associate presents a unique opportunity to lead the advancement of the art and science of presentation development, design, and delivery.  

→ You’ll play a crucial part in shaping the Guild’s strategic initiatives, ensuring we are working to offer valuable education, resources, and support to presentation professionals worldwide.  

→ Your contributions will help elevate standards of excellence and promote best practices within our industry.  

→ By sharing your skills and expertise, you’ll foster a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness and impact of presentations across various fields. 

Being part of the Presentation Guild’s work not only advances our mission, but also offers a unique opportunity to expand your network, connecting you with leading experts and like-minded professionals who share your passion for presentation design and communication. Additionally, it enhances your leadership and governance skills through involvement in high-level decision-making, strategic planning, and organizational oversight, in addition to daily tactical and operational activities. 

What is the Presentation Guild?

​The Presentation Guild is a 501(c)(6) trade association with a vision to establish and nurture a global community for professionals involved in presentation development, design, and delivery. We aim to provide education, certification, resources, and support to elevate the standards of the presentation industry, enhance professional skills, promote recognition of the profession, and foster connections among presentation enthusiasts.

The Guild is an all-volunteer organization comprised of a Board of Directors elected by our members, and Board Operations Associates who support daily activities. Board directors are responsible for strategic and operational leadership.

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Skills and talents we’re looking for


Certifications program management Community management
Communication and Marketing Educational content creation
Email marketing Events production
Financial management Newsletter writing and editing
Membership management Project management
Social Media Communication and engagement Trade association management
Volunteer program management Website content creation and updates

The Organization

​The Presentation Guild Board consists of 15 dedicated Board Directors fulfilling roles focused on community management, events organizing, social media communication, membership management and more.

​We are organized in five internal teams: Communications & Marketing, Events & Conference, Education & Certification, Membership & Community, and Technology & Platform as well as a Governance Team and several cross-team committees. 

Board Operations Associates work together with the any of the five teams on specific short or long term projects or as ongoing support.

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What are the volunteer requirements?


The Presentation Guild is a U.S.-based organization, and all meetings and events take place according to US Eastern Time. However, all volunteer roles are fully remote, and all business is conducted online.

Board Directors

Board Operations Associates

Commitment & Meeting Attendance
  • This role will approximately require 5-10 hours / week.
  • Board Directors attend monthly Board meetings and committee and/or workgroup meetings.
  • Board Director service runs from January 1 – December 31 for a three-year term commitment.
  • Commitment & Meeting Attendance
  • Board Associates will attend workgroup and project meetings.
  • The commitment can be project based or on-going.
  • Teamwork and Project Management Skills
  • Strong collaboration, excellent project management and organizational skills and self-management.
  • Communication skills to engage with stakeholders and members.
  • Ability to think long-term strategically as well execute operational tasks.
  • Teamwork and Project Management Skills
  • Strong collaboration, excellent project management and organizational skills and self-management.
  • Communication & Technology
  • Experience using Microsoft 365 and regular collaboration in Teams (our main communication channel) and all the organizational M365 tools such as Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft Planner, OneNote.
  • Must be able to handle on-camera Teams and Zoom meetings and setting up and maintain an Edge browser for the Guild M365 account on your own computer.
  • Communication & Technology
  • Experience using Microsoft 365 and regular collaboration in Teams (our main communication channel) and all the organizational M365 tools such as Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft Planner, OneNote.
  • Must be able to handle on-camera Teams and Zoom meetings.
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    Open Team Positions

     

    Board Directors

    Board Operations Associates

    Volunteer Info Session | Wednesday January 29

    Come join us for an informational session to learn about how volunteer and to share your expertise with the Presentation Guild. This is also an opportunity to ask any questions about the different opportunities to volunteer – as a Board Director or a Board Operations Associate.  

    A quick guide to volunteering with the Presentation Guild