Conference Deck Builder for PowerPoint
Build reliable PowerPoint conference decks with timed sections, Timer Groups, agenda buttons and presenter-friendly timing — all inside one master deck.
Recommended for conferences, assemblies, training days, meetings and multi-speaker events.
One reliable master deck for live events
Many event presenters build an agenda deck and then link to separate speaker or section decks. That can be risky for timer add-ins, because the add-in may not initialise reliably when another PowerPoint file is opened from a hyperlink.
What Conference Deck Builder helps you do
Prepare structured, timed sections for a full conference, assembly, training day or multi-speaker presentation.
Create timed sections
Set up named sections such as Keynote, Break, Speaker 1, Member Books or Training Activity.
Add section badges
Add clear labels to your section starter slides so your deck is easier to manage during setup and rehearsal.
Use Timer Groups
Sync conference durations with UbiTimer’s Timer Groups so each slide range can run with the correct timing.
Add navigation buttons
Add jump and return button markers for agenda-style navigation inside your master deck.
Presenter-friendly timing
Combine with Presenter Companion when the presenter needs a private timer view during the event.
Avoid linked-deck problems
Reduce live-event risk by keeping your timed sections inside one PowerPoint file.
Designed to work with Timer Groups
Conference Deck Builder prepares the section structure. Timer Groups controls the actual running timer across each slide range.
| Section | Slide range | Duration | Timing behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member Books | Slides 2–5 | 10:00 | Auto-start |
| Keynote | Slides 6–12 | 30:00 | Auto-start |
| Break | Slides 13–14 | 05:00 | Auto-start |
| Speaker 2 | Slides 15–20 | 20:00 | Auto-start |
- ✓ Use different durations for different sections.
- ✓ Run one timer across a full slide range.
- ✓ Start timers automatically when entering a section.
- ✓ Keep your event inside one reliable PowerPoint deck.
Recommended workflow
Use this workflow when preparing a conference, training day, assembly or multi-speaker deck.
Build one master PowerPoint deck
Place the agenda and all speaker or activity sections inside the same PowerPoint file.
Prepare each timed section
Use Conference Deck Builder to name the section, set the duration and add a clear section badge.
Create a Timer Group for the slide range
Use Timer Groups to control the timer across the full section, such as slides 2–5 or slides 6–12.
Add agenda navigation buttons
Add jump and return button markers, then use PowerPoint’s Action Settings or Link options to connect them to the correct slides.
Rehearse the deck
Run the slideshow and check that each section starts with the correct timer and continues across the expected slides.
Use with Presenter Companion
Conference Deck Builder works well with UbiTimer Presenter Companion when the presenter needs to see the timer privately.
Use Conference Deck Builder to structure timed sections inside one master PowerPoint deck. Then use Presenter Companion to keep a private timer window visible to the presenter, while the audience sees only the slides.
Useful for
- ✓ Presenter-only timing during live events
- ✓ Training days and workshops
- ✓ Assemblies and school events
- ✓ Speaker sessions and timed programmes
Best for live timed events
Conference Deck Builder is made for presentations where different sections need their own timing plan.
Conferences
Prepare speaker sections, breaks, keynotes and closing sessions.
School assemblies
Keep assemblies, awards, readings and announcements on time.
Training days
Run workshops, group activities and timed tasks from one deck.
Meetings
Give each agenda item a clear time allocation.
Church or community events
Manage readings, talks, music sections and announcements.
Multi-speaker presentations
Give each speaker a timed slide range in the same master deck.
Frequently asked questions
Can UbiTimer automatically create clickable slide links?
UbiTimer can add the visual jump and return button markers. To make them clickable during Slide Show, use PowerPoint’s built-in Action Settings or Link options to connect each button to the correct slide.
Why use one master deck instead of linked PowerPoint files?
A single master deck is more reliable for live timing because the UbiTimer add-in remains active in the same PowerPoint file. Opening separate linked decks during a slideshow can be less predictable.
Can I use Timer Groups with Conference Deck Builder?
Yes. This is the recommended setup. Conference Deck Builder helps prepare each section, while Timer Groups controls the running timer across the slide range.
Can the presenter see the timer privately?
Yes, use UbiTimer Presenter Companion for a private presenter timer window. This is useful when the audience should not see the timer.
Which plans include Conference Deck Builder?
Conference Deck Builder is designed for Presenter Plus, Team, School and Organisation users. Check the pricing page for the latest plan details.
Build a more reliable timed event deck
Use UbiTimer to prepare timed conference sections, run Timer Groups across slide ranges and keep your live event on schedule.