EVERYONE’S COMPLETE AND UNDIVIDED ATTENTION

A HUMAN PRESENTATION AGENCY

Born in San Francisco

We specialize in the development of extraordinary presentations for extraordinary people, businesses, and brands — passionate, authentic leaders committed to making our world smarter, safer, healthier, and more connected.

With expert care, our small team of creative communication pros will help you say and show exactly what you mean (intention) — and help ensure your audience listens, cares, acts, and remembers (attention).

Magical and meaningful outcomes — both personal and professional — are possible when we work together to clarify intention and to capture attention.

Welcome to TENTION

Deliver high-impact presentations that are
beautiful, effective, and memorable

  • "A master at crafting messages from data in a clear and interesting way and making imagery come to life. Incredibly easy to work with and has made my transition from PowerPoint to Keynote a cinch. My highest recommendation."

    Christine Ervin, Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy

  • "A kick-a** slide deck that I've used for years. Something that has audiences begging for a copy afterwards. I can't recommend highly enough. Bringing creative spirit and business savvy to the staid old world of PowerPoint presentations."

    Joel Makower, Award-winning advisor, analyst and speaker

  • "A superstar and really helped elevate and distill the message while making it the best looking presentation I've ever had."

    Beth Rattner, Former Executive Director, Biomimicry Institute

Together, we’ll catalyze the strategy, story, and creative spark

STRATEGIC
STORYTELLING

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HIGH STOPPING
POWER CREATIVE

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CONTENT
CURATION

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SMART IDEAS &
FRESH THINKING

DATA VISUALIZATION
& ANIMATION

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HANDS ON
LEADERSHIP TEAM

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ALL
INDUSTRIES

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ALL
TOPICS

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ALL
VENUES

  • Blue square icon with plus sign, representing TENTION’s We Create service to help shape stories from scratch

    Let's create

    Just starting out? We can help shape your story from scratch. Let’s build something powerful together — from the ground up.

  • Blue square icon with upward arrow, representing TENTION’s We Polish service to refine, clarify, and elevate presentations

    Let's polish

    Already have something in motion? We’ll refine, clarify, and elevate it — adding structure, energy, and professional finish.

  • Blue square icon with speech bubble, representing TENTION’s We Consult service for strategy, message sharpening, and vision alignment

    Let's consult

    Need a sharp second set of eyes? We’ll help you think through strategy, sharpen the message, and stay true to your vision.