Mike Parkinson is a visual communication and presentation expert, author, and professional trainer who helps people turn complex ideas into clear, compelling graphics. He is the founder of Billion Dollar Graphics and a partner at 24 Hour Company, a creative services firm specializing in visual communication and proposal design.
Mike is the author of Billion Dollar Graphics and A Trainer’s Guide to PowerPoint: Best Practices for Master Presenters. Through his books, presentations, and training, he shares practical techniques for translating words and data into visuals that improve understanding and strengthen business communication.
His experience spans corporate presentations, marketing materials, training content, and proposal graphics. His teaching connects the thinking behind an effective visual with the design decisions that make its message easier to understand.
At the 2026 Visual Communications & Infographics Virtual Summit, Mike will lead “Turn Complex Information into a Compelling Infographic,” a two-hour, instructor-led session featuring examples and demonstrations. Attendees will learn a repeatable process for identifying the key message, choosing a visual structure, and organizing information into a clear visual story.
