This presentation can apply both to organizations looking for a WordPress-based system for internal communications, and to web professionals who want an efficient, simple setup for communicating with clients.

I’ll cover from start to finish the process of setting up a “secret clubhouse” on WordPress, including:

• A brief overview of the p2 theme, created by Automattic for internal communications.
• Demonstration of a sample version of the p2 theme, with discussion of recommended plugins to enhance the basic functionality of the theme.
• Explanation of how to create a simple child theme of p2 that allows for customization consistent with one’s overall brand
• Overview of setting up a simple multisite installation, creating a site for each client by cloning an initial, configured-just-right version of the site.