Demo Day Checklist

Decide if you will present as an individual or as part of a team

• If you are presenting as a team, pick a team name. Each individual person must register to ensure we have proper set up.

RSVP via registration link

• It is important to have you registered individually even if you are presenting as part of a team

Review and update your resume (be sure to check for possible typos/ formatting errors)

• Have a link on hand to your portfolio/profile or QR code

• Have a pdf version of your resume to share with Industry Professionals

Rehearse

• Practice your presentation whether showcasing your project as an individual or as part of a team

• Tips on how to network

Prepare

• Laptop (fully charged)

• If you are nervous, familiarize yourself with the platform you will be using:

  • If Zoom, download and install Zoom before the event (the free version)

  • If Remo, review attendee resources

  • Not sure which platform your Demo Day will be hosted in? Check with your SSM.

• Have your resume ready

Get Employer Ready

• LinkedIn profile updated with professional picture & certification

• Portfolio & GitHub are ready to share with professionals

• Download the LinkedIn app to add contacts as you go through the event

Review industry professional guest list on RSVP link

• Review their LinkedIn profiles, send them a message on LinkedIn that you look forward to meeting them, and prepare thoughtful questions about their career and companies

Business professional/casual attire - be thoughtful of you want to present yourself on video

• Make sure you have a stable internet connection

• Set up in a quiet area with good lighting and a neutral background

• Have your video camera on and keep your mic on mute until ready to present

• What to Expect:

  • • The moderator will go over housekeeping rules before presentations begin

    • Depending on the number of those presenting, you may be presenting to the entire group, or the moderator may assign presenting individuals and groups to a designated breakout room along with an industry professional

    • Presenting participants will have 10-15 minutes to present a project or skill AND complete a Q&A before the next group presents or, in the case of breakout sessions, presenters are rotated

    • Present within 5 to 7 minutes to ensure enough time for feedback

• Complete the Demo Day Survey (sent in a follow up email)

• Follow up with new contacts on LinkedIn, and send thank you notes

• Join and follow the Trilogy Alumni Network:

  • Join the group on LinkedIn

  • Bookmark the Trilogy Network Events hub

  • Become part of the community on Slack