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Thank you for inviting me to your event. To create the best experience, this resource includes important information about what it's like to work together. – AM.
In this guide:
- AV
- Room setup
- Timing
- Alicia's style
- Introducing Alicia
- Slides and IP
- Photos and video
- After the event
🎤 AV
- Alicia will introduce herself to AV and make the tech-check easy.
- Alicia prefers a handheld microphone for audio quality and ease.
- Alicia will often present without slides, or with just a simple background.
- If Alicia does use slides, she will bring her own laptop (MacBook Pro) and clicker. Her presentations do not run on any computer but hers.
- Alicia's computer must be at the front of the room with her, where she can access it. Having it on a low table rather than a podium works best.
- Please ensure a roving or delegate microphone is available in the room.u.
🪑Room setup
Banquet tables are always the preferred room layout. We understand this won't always be possible, especially for large events. Alicia will need:
- An HDMI input (own laptop)
- A whiteboard (for masterclasses and workshops only.)
- Water on stage.
⏱️ Timing
- Alicia's sessions always run to time.
- Alicia is flexible and modifies her session length if your event runs behind.
👖Alicia's style
- Alicia is famously casual: she often arrives in t-shirt and jeans. If your environment requires professional dress, she happily suits up. Just let us know.
- Alicia sometimes swears. If this isn't cool with your audience, notify us beforehand.
💬 Introducing Alicia
Feel free to craft your own introduction ahead of time or on the spot. Otherwise, check out the introductions available in our speaking resources.
The correct pronunciation of Alicia's name “Ah-lee-sha Mick-eye”. Listen below.
Alicia McKay pronunciation
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💻 Slides and IP
- Alicia doesn’t convert slides to anyone’s templates.
- Alicia’s slide deck is not available for download or to publish as a handout.
- Alicia owns and retains all rights to her materials and content. Always. They cannot be reproduced or distributed.
📸 Photos and video
- You have full permission to record Alicia’s keynotes and workshops - and share them widely!
- If you take photos or videos, share these freely on social media, tag Alicia in, and make sure to pop us a copy through at info@aliciamckay.co.nz
- Alicia has the right to record and/or photograph the session and use photos online or in print.
📧 After the event
- We can send a brief email after the event with additional resources. If this would be valuable, provide your attendee list or an email for distribution.
- We love reading event feedback - forward it on.
- We will ask you for a testimonial at the end of the event and deeply value your words and effort. This is what keeps the business running!
If you have any questions or concerns, reach out. We’re always happy to help.
