"IAFSM hired Dr. Julie Nucci to lead two webinars focused on improving technical communication for our annual conference breakout session presentations. We offered the training at a discounted rate to presenters scheduled for our 2026 conference and opened the webinars to all IAFSM members. Attendees received 3 hrs of professional development credit. The training was developed in response to feedback we had received through conference surveys. Attendees consistently valued the technical content presented at our events, but some noted that presenters could benefit from stronger presentation and communication skills. Dr. Nucci did an excellent job at helping participants better understand the importance of considering their audience, communicating ideas clearly, and using stories and visuals effectively. She also provided useful guidance on developing slide decks, organizing presentations, and delivering information in a way that keeps an audience interested and supports the presenter’s message. She brought energy, credibility, and practical insight to both sessions. I would recommend her to other chapters of state floodplain managers looking to help technical professionals become clearer, more confident, and more engaging communicators."
Jenny Lowenstein, Vice Chair of IAFSM Board, Chair of the Annual Conference Committee, Illinois Association for Floodplain and Stormwater Management (IAFSM)
"Julie’s webinar series on presentation and communication skills showcased her passion and expertise to train science researchers and STEM professionals. Her webinars were thoughtfully designed, interactive, and practical, empowering participants to communicate complex research clearly, persuasively, and with confidence. Julie’s training incorporates her long history of research and coaching on these topics so audience members of all generations can benefit from her valuable insights and guidance."
Danielle Boston, Member Engagement Manager, Materials Research Society
"I’m excited more people will learn from you! I’ve been able to use and reteach all the presentation and communication skills from your public communication of science class at work. Thank you for giving me the skills and continued passion for communication."
C. John Eom, former Cornell Engineering graduate student
"Professor Nucci's class, Senior Lab, was one of my favorite courses during my time at Cornell. She instilled in me strong presentation skills which I still use to this day. Her method of creating clean but powerful presentations has helped me deliver compelling presentations both in my career as a consultant as well as in business school. I have received praise for my ability to craft a story that is both creative and logical - I have Professor Nucci to thank for helping me with building this key skill. Professor Nucci has been a great mentor to me and I look forward to learning more from her."
Chandreyee Mukherjee, former Cornell Engineering undergraduate student
