Chris Menard

Hello, I'm Chris Menard,
the First Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Instructor.

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    2025 Training Events and Conferences with Chris Menard

    As a seasoned public speaker, I specialize in delivering engaging and informative presentations at various conferences. My expertise lies in Microsoft 365 applications, where I illuminate the intricacies of Microsoft 365 Excel, unravel the collaborative potential of Copilot in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and delve into the multifaceted features of Teams and other M365 apps. My sessions are designed to empower attendees with practical knowledge and actionable insights, enabling them to harness the full power of Microsoft 365 in their professional endeavors. Whether it’s through interactive workshops or keynote speeches, my goal is to inspire innovation and drive efficiency by sharing cutting-edge strategies and tips for optimizing the use of Microsoft 365’s suite of applications.

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    Microsoft Teams - What's New? Live Stream on Friday, March 14, 2025

    Microsoft Teams - What's New? Live Stream on Friday, March 14, 2025

    Teams What's New on March 14, 2025. Chris Menard, Microsoft Certified Trainer, will show the latest features in MS Teams and take questions. New Calendar, Chat and Channels combined, notification updates, and many more new features.

    April 25, 2025 - Mastering Excel for Administrative Professionals

    April 25, 2025 - Mastering Excel for Administrative Professionals

    I'm excited to announce that I'll speak at the Administrative Professionals Day Conference at the University of Georgia on April 25, 2025. My session will focus on Data Cleaning and Analysis in Excel. We will cover PivotTables, Power Query, Advanced Filters, and Scenario Manager.

    2025 Upcoming Public Speaking Events with Chris Menard

    2025 Upcoming Public Speaking Events with Chris Menard

    Discover my exciting public speaking events for 2025! Join me for sessions on mastering Excel, Microsoft 365 productivity tips, and advanced Excel training at conferences in Athens, GA, Boise, ID, and the University of Georgia. Learn more about these empowering workshops designed for administrative professionals, support staff, and Executive MBA students.

    June 18, 2025 - I'll be speaking at the Support Staff Conference in Boise, ID on Microsoft 365

    June 18, 2025 - I'll be speaking at the Support Staff Conference in Boise, ID on Microsoft 365

    Exciting News! I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be speaking at the Support Staff Conference in Boise, ID, on June 18, 2025! I'll cover multiple apps in Microsoft 365, and this will be hands-on training. We will do a deep dive in Excel, cover tips in MS Teams, and look at advanced features in MS Word.

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    Coca-Cola Atlanta
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    Georgia Society of CPAs
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    Ronald Blue Trust
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    "As a nurse moving into the education area, I needed to learn how to create PowerPoint presentations quickly and creatively and manage a variety of spreadsheets. I had the pleasure of attending several of Chris’ training classes.

    He was very thorough and efficient, while keeping the class interesting with his energetic personality. He used scenarios that were relatable and we practiced in class for real-time learning. I walked away from his courses more proficient and ready to create education on my own.

    I highly recommend Chris for your education and training needs."

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    Unlocking Snagit 2025: Smart Redact Feature Demo

    Unlocking Snagit 2025: Smart Redact Feature Demo

    Snagit 2025 has arrived, and it's packed with an exciting new feature called Smart Redact. This powerful tool is designed to make your workflow more efficient and secure when dealing with sensitive information. In this blog post, we'll dive deep into the Smart Redact feature, demonstrating its functionality with two practical examples.

    Microsoft Teams - What's New? Live Stream on Friday, March 14, 2025

    Microsoft Teams - What's New? Live Stream on Friday, March 14, 2025

    Teams What's New on March 14, 2025. Chris Menard, Microsoft Certified Trainer, will show the latest features in MS Teams and take questions. New Calendar, Chat and Channels combined, notification updates, and many more new features.

    Revolutionizing Data Import with Copilot in Excel: A Game-Changer for External Data Integration

    Revolutionizing Data Import with Copilot in Excel: A Game-Changer for External Data Integration

    The latest rollout of Copilot in Excel brings an exciting new capability: the ability to effortlessly import data from various sources, including Word documents, PowerPoint files, PDFs, and external websites. This powerful feature promises to streamline your workflow and enhance your data analysis capabilities like never before.

    Blog Posts Week Starting February 17, 2025 - Snagit 2025, Teams NEW Feature, and Live Stream on Microsoft Copilot in Excel

    Blog Posts Week Starting February 17, 2025 - Snagit 2025, Teams NEW Feature, and Live Stream on Microsoft Copilot in Excel

    February 16, 2025 - Next week, two videos and one Live Stream. Discover the power of Snagit 2025's new Step Capture feature! Stay organized and on top of your schedule with the new Calendar feature in Teams! Live stream on Friday, Feb 21, covering Copilot In Excel.

    Combining Unique Names from Multiple Lists with Copilot in Excel

    Combining Unique Names from Multiple Lists with Copilot in Excel

    Copilot in Excel can help us combine unique names from multiple lists, a task that's often needed but can be tricky to execute manually.

    Copilot in Excel - Ask Copilot Questions about Keyboard Shortcuts, Functions, and Steps

    Copilot in Excel - Ask Copilot Questions about Keyboard Shortcuts, Functions, and Steps

    Copilot in Excel can be asked for intermediate keyboard shortcuts, how-to steps, and function explanations.

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