Power Pitch and Deck Design for Academia

What it achieves

Excellent research loses impact when it cannot be communicated. This programme builds the skills to present research clearly and persuasively to grant panels, industry partners, university leadership and the public.

Who should attend

• Academics
• Researchers
• Postdoctoral fellows
• PhD students
• TTO personnel
• Centre directors

Participants learn to

• Turn complex findings into clear stories for non-specialist audiences
• Design high-impact research decks without relying on templates
• Pitch with confidence and handle live questions from panels

Day by day

1. Day 1
   Research narrative and audience alignment

   Translate complex research into narratives that fit each audience, using his pitch architecture framework.

2. Day 2
   Research deck design and visual communication

   Design decks with clear visual hierarchy and data, using AI-assisted design tools.

3. Day 3
   Live research pitch and expert feedback

   Pitch in simulated grant-panel and industry scenarios, with coaching on content, delivery and questions.

What your team walks away with

• Research stories that land with specialists and non-specialists alike
• Professional decks that communicate research value
• Stronger pitches for grants, industry and conferences