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A Hello From Leslie
I’ve spent my entire professional career supporting educators. I got my start at Apple K-12, then opened my own company, Fisher Technologies, nearly 30 years ago. Since then, I’ve keynoted and presented all over the world, from major national EdTech conferences to school district PD days, and even Skywalker Ranch, helping educators get excited about technology and having a few laughs along the way. My sessions are practical, high-energy, and packed with things you can use the very next day.
I offer keynotes, concurrent sessions, multi-hour workshops, webinars, exhibit hall tours, and custom sessions built around your goals, for teachers, administrators, and everyone who supports them. Browse my topics below, or tell me what you need and I’ll build it.
Speaking fees are available upon request and vary based on the time of year, event format, and travel requirements. If you have a budget range in mind, feel free to share it. I’m happy to see what might work.
Fill out the form below to learn more, or let’s set up a quick call. Many people find this page because a colleague recommended me, and I’d love the chance to help you get to know me.
A Sampling of Topics
Leslie is engaging, professional, meticulously prepared, uncompromisingly real, and absolutely hilarious. She found a way to do what all great presenters do; she leveraged her personal journey into a message and an approach that makes a difference. Despite the astonishing fact that she isn't a public-school lifer, she absolutely understands the challenges we face as teachers, and I felt like I was talking to one of my own. She is a go-to for helpful, resource-driven, engaging, and entertaining PD for your school. Highly recommend.
I have been "stalking" Leslie for years at tech conferences. Seeing her present as many times as I have might make some people might think the information she shares becomes stale, but I can attest...It never gets old! When I was part of our state technology organization's board (KySTE), we hired her as the keynote for our annual conference. So many Kentucky educators were amazed at what Leslie shared. I highly recommend Leslie as a presenter - whether keynote, session, or booth. She's amazing!!
Leslie is a ball of energy! You cannot find another presenter that will hold the attention if the audience, generate laughs, and educate. She bends and sways with the vibe of the audience. Looking tired? She will rev it up. Looking bored? Watch out for flying swag! I have watched her present at national conferences and my institution has hired her for professional development. She never disappoints!
As a newbie to tech, I wandered into a Leslie Fisher session over 20+ years ago & learned much! She was not only a professional in content but also personable to her audience! The phobia of tech diminished quickly, and I left fortified with usable ideas! Jump forward to now and I am still learning from Leslie. She has the ability to make programs miniscule so you don't feel overwhelmed, but she also magnifies the possibilities! When you learn from Leslie, it's like learning from a friend. Kind yet prodding you forward, learning from mistakes, authentic leader, and always with respect for the journey each participant is on ... not pushing her own agenda.
This was the first technology session where I actually understood the presenter from start to finish. Most presenters talk over our heads and assume we have a strong knowledge base in technology. The shared sites were useful and relevant to everyone in the room. For the more advanced participants, they were encouraged to ask questions for answers they were unsure about or strategies that might help their specific needs. I felt like I had a wealth of knowledge to return to my classroom and plenty of sites to share with my co-workers. I can't wait to attend another Leslie Fisher presentation!
After the first hour of listening to Leslie, I only had two questions: 1. Can we be best friends?! 2. How can I get a job working with you?!
Leslie presented THE BEST professional development that I have EVER attended! The simple instructions, the tips and tricks, and the practicality and immediate usability of everything she shared with us just made me happy! I have never left a PD smiling and bragging on all the positive aspects of what I just experienced, but, y'all, THIS Leslie Fisher is LEGIT!
Like Leslie, I present at many conferences. I understand the amount of work it takes to design sessions that cover rapidly changing technologies. I know what it is like to constantly look for innovative new technologies and promising tools for educators. But what I do is only a fraction of what Leslie accomplishes. Presenting so many sessions on so many topics is remarkable. Add to her knowledge and skills, are her delightful presentation style and friendly way of making us all feel welcome and appreciated. Thank you Leslie, for remaining at the top of your game.