Q. What distinguishes Ed Gordon's presentations from those of other speakers?
A. Three features - content, speaking skills, and publication - are earmarks of Ed Gordon's presentations.
1) Ed Gordon is a recognized historian who offers his audience carefully researched information and engaging ideas.
2) His thoughtful presentations and passion for history motivates people to rethink their views of the past and reconsider the future.
3) Ed Gordon's well-written books and article or references to the most authoritative historical sources back up what audience hears and sees
The bottom line: Ed Gordon is a professional historian who speaks as well as he writes. He makes history come alive.
Q. What types of presentations can be arranged?
A. Ed Gordon provides presentations in many formats.
- Stand-Alone Presentations
- Keynote Speeches
- Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Speeches
- Workshops
- Panel Moderator
- Panel Discussion Participant
- Student Assemblies
- Faculty In-Services
Q. How does Ed Gordon make history come alive?
A. He uses several different methods to get his audience engaged in the topic:
1) Dramatic visuals
2) Careful customization of the topic to the attending audience
3) Providing audiences with the big picture and carefully filling in the details
4) Telling anecdotes and human-interest stories as part of topic development
5) Encouraging audience participation appropriate to the presentation format desired
Q. How can Ed Gordon relate to so many different audiences?
A. Since the age of 19 Ed has communicated his love of history though numerous opportunities to provide presentations to both students and adults. He has spoken to or taught junior high through graduate students, teachers and professors, as well as members of the general public. He has learned how to develop the breadth and depth of his presentations to suit each type of audience.
Q. Would Ed Gordon consider history programs on topics other than those listed on this web site?
A. He would be happy to consider requests on other historical themes. Many of his current programs were originally developed because of special requests. If he does not feel competent to deliver the program you require, he will make every effort to refer you to another competent historian with requisite experience.
Edward E. Gordon History Presentations
Imperial Consulting Corporation
220 East Walton Place, #8E · Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312.664.5196
For more information, contact us at imperialcorp@juno.com
