Genealogy Presentations

Do you need a speaker for your next genealogy society meeting? Consider one of my current one-hour presentations and lectures. I enjoy combining my expertise as a genealogist with an extensive background in technology and publishing to create unique, informative training presentations. 

In-Person

Available in Orange County, California and by request.

Live Virtual

Presentations via Zoom or other webinar platform. 

On-Demand

Recorded presentations in a variety of formats. 

Genealogy Presentation Topics

Genealogy Technology Presentations

As a professional genealogist with an extensive background in technology training and publishing for leading Silicon Valley firms, I can provide presentations that teach genealogists how to master the latest technology relevant for their research. 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Genealogists

AI is a hot topic for 2024 and it’s having a big impact on the field of genealogy. Learn about the latest AI tools from a recognized technology expert who is also a professional genealogist. Discover tips for analyzing your DNA matches, making family photos come alive, writing your family history, and much more.

Spreadsheets for Genealogists

Learn to use spreadsheet tools such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to  organize your research, analyze DNA matches and ancestors in your tree, and create timelines, research plans, and more. 

Mastering Notion for Genealogy

Maximize the power of Notion to plan, organize, and document your family history. Create research logs, analyze your ancestors and DNA matches, and more.

Organizing, Digitizing, and Preserving Your Family Photos

Learn to organize and share precious family photos, digitize and restore print photos, and preserve them for future generations. Tips, tools, techniques, and more. 

Genealogy Publishing Presentations

As a professional genealogist with an extensive background in publishing (Pearson, Macmillan, Prentice Hall, Financial Times Press), I can provide presentations that teach genealogists how to write, edit, and design beautiful books and blogs that tell their family stories. 

Pro Tips for Writing Your Family History

Use the PRO method to create an heirloom family history book. Choose the best format for your project and discover insider techniques to write, edit, and design your book faster.  

Making Your Family History Come Alive

Learn innovative storytelling and journalism techniques that will enliven your family history even if you have little information about your ancestors and no photos.

Blogging Your Family History

Learn the pros  – and cons – of blogging your family history and decide if this interactive approach is the right way to share your family story. Discover blogging techniques, tech tools, and more. 

Get In Touch!

If you’re interested in hiring me to deliver a presentation for your organization, please contact me for more details. I’m also happy to discuss new presentation ideas or a different format (longer than the traditional one-hour presentation).

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