Professional Development & Training
Inspire and equip your organization to make a bigger difference.
Supercharge Your PD
What if your PD could go beyond the same old routine—and
deliver something dynamic, inspiring, and actionable for every
person in attendance?
For almost 30 years, bestselling author and acclaimed
generational expert Mark C. Perna has been riveting audiences
of all sizes, from small teams to massive conferences and
everything in between. Mark understands how the world has
changed, both generationally and in education and workforce
development. His candid, positive take on where we’re at and
where we need to go has inspired thousands of educators,
employers, and communities across North America.
Now, you can bring that inspiration home.
More Than a Keynote
Too often, PD is offered as an isolated, one-off topic by a speaker who shows up once and is never seen again. As a trusted advisor in your ongoing transformation, Mark delivers a completely different approach. Here’s what makes Mark unique:
LIVE Q&A AND OPEN DIALOGUE
Mark doesn’t just deliver timely and valuable information in an engaging style; he’s committed to helping your organization implement the knowledge gained. And this starts immediately after the speech with a live, unrehearsed Q&A and open dialogue session. Audience members are invited to share their thoughts, pepper Mark with questions, and get his perspective on specific issues—all in real time. These sessions have become a highly requested feature, as audience members love the opportunity to interact directly with Mark from the stage.
FULL DAY EXPERIENCES
RELEVANT FOR ALL STAKEHOLDERS
To effect real change across your community, you need all stakeholders—teachers, support staff, administrators, board members, parents, students and trainees, business and community leaders, and industry partners—to experience the same message. Mark specializes in connecting the dots for everyone, often delivering multiple speeches at the same event tailored to diverse audiences. Across education, employment, and economic development, your stakeholders will experience Mark’s unifying message—creating common ground, a shared vision, and forward momentum.
Before, During & After Your Event
When you work with Mark, he isn’t just your speaker. He’s your partner in engineering a remarkable outcome for your attendees. Before, during, and after your event, Mark and his team will proactively craft a customized and unforgettable experience for your organization.
Before:
Mark will connect with you for a detailed prep call to design a powerful speech with the
topics, strategies, and tools most vital to your organization. He will then arrive with a full
understanding of where your organization currently sits on the path to change—and where
you want to go.
Additionally, Mark’s team will provide complimentary marketing support for your event, including electronic flyers, social media graphics, and a brief promotional video.
DURING:
Mark’s ability to connect with an audience is the secret to gaining their full attention and engagement for the entire session. During his presentation, Mark will deliver practical strategies and data-driven insights that will activate the enthusiasm of your audience.
After:
Mark offers several free resources to his audiences, including a PDF of the PowerPoint deck used in the presentation. Attendees are encouraged to share their feedback via an online survey.
If desired, Mark will hold a book signing/meet and greet with audience members immediately following the presentation. Additionally, Mark’s robust social media presence and free e-newsletter allow audiences to stay in touch with his latest insights and tools.
Read what event organizers around the country are saying about Mark!
Customizable Topics:
AUDIENCE: Parents, educators, employers, community leaders, economic developers
AUDIENCE: Employers, community leaders, community stakeholders
AUDIENCE: Middle school, high school, and college students
AUDIENCE: Leaders in education, employment & the community, state and region
AUDIENCE: Leaders in education, employment & the community, state and region
AUDIENCE: All (parents, students, educators, employers, community leaders, economic developers)
Coaching & Consulting Leadership Track
In addition to full-staff presentations, Mark also offers a leadership track for those who set the tone for your organizational culture. Coached directly by Mark over the course of several days, your leadership team can absorb all the knowledge and tools needed in an immersive and dynamic environment.
Your leaders will discover how to:
- Tap into the extraordinary potential of Gen Z
- Build a dynamic narrative around the power of a personal competitive advantage
- Instill a class, program, and pathway completion mindset in
all students - Craft a powerful Professional Skills Rubric strategy designed for Gen Z
- Use proven methods to build meaningful community partnerships and momentum
- And much more!
Connect with Mark today to discuss a coaching & consulting plan customized for maximum impact in your organization!
Resources for Event Organizers
Once you’ve booked Mark, we’ll be in touch to create your complimentary promotional flyer, social media graphics, and promo video. Below you’ll find everything else you need to promote your upcoming event and the powerful message that Mark will deliver—including Mark’s biography, photography, videos, testimonials, virtual and in-person event best practices, and more.
With humor and passion, Mark lights up the room with a fresh perspective on today’s most pressing education, workforce, and generational issues. It’s a message that is relevant to everyone—and it’s something everyone will want to hear.
Bring It Home
It’s time to connect the dots between education, employment, and economic development. Request Mark’s availability to engineer a transformative PD moment for your organization and community!