Meet the Marketing & Distribution Convention Speakers

Sales Success Takes GRIT: Dean Lindsay
Joint Opening Breakfast Session
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Now, more than ever, sales success takes GRIT. In this humorous and engaging program, award-winning business author, Dean Lindsay will share how a heightened focus on Goals, Resilience, Intention and Trust (GRIT) can help you achieve increased sales success in a world of change. Lindsay is the popular host of the business program, ‘The DEAN’s List,’ airing on the C-Suite Network TV and has been hailed as an ‘Outstanding Thought Leader on Building Priceless Business Relationships’ by Sales and Marketing Executives International.

Revolutionizing Talent in the Modern Workforce: Chris Czarnik
General Business Session
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Chris Czarnik has transformed hiring and development in the workforce. As a former military officer and seasoned HR manager, his journey began with a vision to redefine job search methodologies. Recognizing the substantial shifts in workforce dynamics and demographics, Czarnik redefined the talent acquisition process. This process reduces the turnover rate. His book, Winning the War for Talent, isn’t just a publication, it’s a manifesto for change, guiding over 3,500 organizations nationwide. He is a strategist, an innovator, and a trusted advisor, reengineering the structure of talent management.
After his General Session, Czarnik will lead an interactive breakout session and will dive deeper into innovative techniques for winning recruitment strategies. Get your recruitment and retention questions answered and take home strategies for finding the very best talent.

Election Overview: State Tax, and Budget Policy Update: Bill Kramer
General/Business Session
Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
Bill Kramer will provide an overview of the November elections with a focus on the partisan makeup of the states. He will also present an update on the Farm Bill and how the election could affect legislation, taxes and your business. Kramer serves as Vice President and Counsel for MultiState. Recognized for his legislative and policy knowledge, he oversees the firm’s research services, advises clients on strategic government affairs initiatives, and develops and manages coalitions and associations.

Insurance Coverage/ Claims Overview: Tom Franzen
Breakout Session Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Tom Franzen serves as FEMA’s retained Insurance/Risk Management Consultant. He will lead a breakout session on how to be certain you have the right amount of insurance coverage and how to prepare for a property loss. While we all hope to never experience one, large property losses are sometimes a part of life. Franzen will walk through the process of filing a claim efficiently, allowing you to focus on getting your business back on track as quickly as possible. The insurance claim process can be daunting… being prepared and knowing what to look for are key. Don’t miss this timely presentation so you know what to expect if it happens to your business!

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