Meet the Board of Directors

Meet our 2026 board of directors—passionate volunteers committed to providing resources to elevate the standards of the presentation industry, enhance professional skills, promote recognition of the profession, and foster connections among presentation enthusiasts.

The Presentation Guild’s leadership team collaborates as a cohesive unit, aligning strategy, operations, and member-focused initiatives across every area of the organization. The board members work in close partnership—sharing insights, coordinating decisions, and supporting one another’s work—to ensure the Guild’s programs, resources, events, and long-term priorities move forward with clarity, consistency, and purpose.

Ashley Cole | Education Director

The Education Director oversees the Guild’s learning initiatives, including standards and educational resources. They work to ensure members have access to high-quality content that supports growth across all levels of the presentation field.

Joined the board: 2025

LinkedIn: Ashley Cole

Talitha Hedgecock | Program Director

The Program Director curates and manages the Guild’s events and programming—from webinars to series to community sessions—ensuring members receive relevant, engaging, and practical learning experiences throughout the year.

Joined the board: 2025

Ife Jacobs | Vice President & Treasurer

The Vice President & Treasurer supports the strategic leadership and operational continuity of the Guild while overseeing its financial health. They partner with the President to advance strategical and organizational priorities and manage budgeting, reporting, and responsible stewardship of funds to ensure the Guild’s long-term sustainability.

Joined the board: 2023

LinkedIn: Ife Jacobs

Monica Longoria | Research Director

The Research Director leads the Guild’s industry research efforts, including surveys, reports, and data initiatives that help define the state of the presentation profession. Their work provides members with insights, trends, and evidence-based understanding of the field.

Joined the board: 2025

LinkedIn: Monica Longoria

Johanna Rehnvall | President

The President oversees the operational and strategic direction of the Presentation Guild, guiding the Board, initiatives, partnerships, and long-term vision of the organization. They ensure alignment, governance, and momentum across all Guild activities.

Joined the board: 2022

LinkedIn: Johanna Rehnvall

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