Lecterns and Podiums in Metal, Wood, and Acrylic Styles
Lecterns and Podiums for Public Speaking and Presentations
Our sources of information and guidance all seem to be delivered from podiums and lecterns. Professors, corporate presenters, spiritual and community leaders, and elected officials are synonymous with public address, and when we picture them speaking to us, we almost always imagine them doing so from a lectern. If there’s a speech, talk, or presentation scheduled in your space, your audience (and speaker) will expect a lectern.
Podiums for Every Venue, Big or Small
Lecterns and podiums may be present in some of the most grandiose speeches and proclamations, but that doesn’t mean they’re one-size-fits-all. There’s a place for the heavy, ornate, carved wooden pulpits one might associate with church services and graduation ceremonies, but simpler, lighter, more modern styles might be more appropriate for corporate functions or everyday classroom lectures. When choosing a lectern for your space, think about the kinds of public speaking that you’ll be hosting, as well as the overall look and feel of your auditorium, conference room, or banquet hall.
What Styles of Lectern Will You Find at Displays2go?
- Metal Lecterns in Pedestal and Truss Styles — These metal presentation stands tend toward modern, sleek designs that do as little as possible to detract from the speaker. Pedestal and truss style podiums (which have a distinct look thanks to a series of small, interconnected supports) are open on the front and sides and allow audiences to see a presenter in full.
- Acrylic Podiums Including Custom Printed Options — These see-through options have the most contemporary feel of any podium, all but disappearing in favor of highlighting the speaker themself. Many acrylic podiums mix different materials like metal and MDF for a blend of the modern and traditional, and the acrylic front panels are a great place for custom printed graphics, typically via surface printing that shows off the logo of your organization.
- Wooden Podiums in a Range of Price Points — The most common style of lectern, these fixtures range from clean, no-frills designs to the more classic ornate solid wood builds. Wooden podiums present the greatest range in terms of form factor as well, so whether you’re looking to outfit an auditorium, classroom, or temporary stage, there’s one to fit your needs.
- Podiums with Wheels — Rolling podiums offer more flexibility in terms of placement and range from slim laptop stands to models with fully enclosed cabinets. These are typically used in schools, where multi-function rooms are used for assemblies, and in office environments and lecture halls, where presentation spaces need to be rearranged frequently for different groups.
- Tabletop and Portable Lecterns — Offering even more flexibility than wheeled models, tabletop lecterns are just the top portion of a full podium, and can be placed on a table or desk, often in college classrooms, to give a presenter easy access to reference material. Portable lecterns are either fully collapsible, foldable, or easily broken down and set up with minimal tools, and are used at short-term events like trade shows or traveling presentations.
- Multimedia Lecterns — Beyond printed notes, presenters often use projected slideshows and other audiovisual aids to add depth to their material. Multimedia lecterns with a full suite of drawers, cable management, and cabinets for computers and projectors give speakers an all-in-one fixture to ensure that their talk goes smoothly and keeps audiences engaged.
Need some in-depth guidance on selecting a podium? Read our write-up: Setting the Stage with the Proper Podum
Deliver Outstanding Presentations Time and Time Again
Whether you choose a podium for its aesthetics and how it fits your space, for its functionality and compatibility with your A/V setup, for its portable and convenient nature, or simply because the price fits your budget, you can feel confident that it will continue to deliver for years to come. Displays2go’s selection of high quality lecterns is crafted to support your needs and the needs of your organization, no matter its size or focus.