​Nia Ngina Meeks

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A trusted conversation catalyst

Nia’s thoughtful approach to topics helps those answering questions and those awaiting responses glean greater depth and meaning from an outing. She keeps a firm pulse on the direction of exchanges, a keen eye on the clock, and an anticipatory ear to ensure concerns from audiences do not go unnoticed.  

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A sampling of past activities include:

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• Guiding post-performance community conversations for People’s Light Theatre. 
   

• Leading panel and audience discussion on female voter empowerment trends and potential for the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls.
   

• Helming the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists’ (PABJ) public
  review and response of Philadelphia Magazine’s controversial
  article, “Being White in Philly,” broadcast live on WURD radio.
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Standard services provided for presentation engagements:

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• Planning

  • Helping to frame conversations, objectives and desired outcomes

  • Coordinating key presenter(s)

  • Developing assessment tools

  • Strategizing on outreach campaigns, messaging, and platforms
     

• Preparation

  • Researching relevant supporting points

  • Developing run-of-show and event schedules

  • Formulating questions for presenters

  • Rehearsing with principals, if requested
     

• Execution

  • Establishing and sharing rules of engagement

  • Guiding robust discussion among presenters

  • Incorporating presentation technology

  • Conducting audience Q&As 

  • Providing event summaries and postmortem notes

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For quotes for emcee or moderating services, click here.

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