From rhetoric to real change. If you're looking for something beyond "business as usual", you're in the right place!My name is David Breslow, Founder of Performance Success Strategies and Author of, "Wired to Win".My goal is to move people from rhetoric ABOUT change to actual CHANGE.. Organizations boil down to people and how effectively they perform every day. My philosophy is simple: Your outside results are a direct reflection of your INNER GAME. Truth is, there are precise, undeniable and provable "Laws of Human Performance" that are already running the show. I am a former competitive hockey player and tennis player and Director of Mental Toughness at The USTA National Tennis Center. I'm also the weekly contributor to THE GOLF CHANNEL and coach professional athletes and corporate professionals, salespeople, individual contributors and others. The current most requested speaking topics are:THE FORWARD BOUNCE A new way to look at change/adversity and difficult situations. Resilience means to "return to original form". Why be resilient when you can forward bounce to be stronger and more inspired than before?.WIRED TO WINBased on my book of the same title this presentation focuses on the incredible power each of us has to "win" every day on and off the job. THE KEY TO YOUR LIFE Your life is a result of precise, predictable, undeniable and provable law and order. These insights help participants realize the power they have in their hands--waiting for their attention.TO THINE OWN SELF BE--CLEAR! (and to others too!)The fund and insightful presentation takes a direct look at the essence of communication and how it can propel you and limit your relationships in the workplace.FIND YOUR "VOICE"This incredible 2 hour playshop takes the best from the world of acting and improv to provide you a hands on program that helps participants gain a new perspective on themselves, improve communication, clarity, trust and confidenc

I assist individuals, teams, and organizations in growing leaders at all levels and in developing talent to create engaged and aligned workplaces. If you’ve found your way here, you’ve probably wondered how you and your organization can become more professionally effective, while at the same time, becoming more personally fulfilled.How well do you and your team members know yourselves? Have you thought about how you come across to others in your various roles: as a leader, team member, salesperson, or business owner? Is there room for you to increase your effectiveness in building influence, engaging employees, persuading with integrity, and/or managing change and diversity in today’s complex, global community? I will teach you, your team, and your organization the principles for inspired success and the art and science of people-whispering. In today’s global, cross-cultural, virtual world, effective communication is more vital than ever. Building relationships through effective communication is the heart of emotional intelligence. My focus as an Executive Leadership Coach, Speaker, Trainer/Facilitator, and Author is to assist individuals, teams, and organizations in developing the self-awareness and acquiring the skills to thrive in the new world of work.

Mike started his first business at the age of eighteen just six months out of high school.He has read, listened to and researched over 1000 books, audios and articles on the subjects of success, sales, marketing, and human potential. He's the author of the Amazon Bestseller "Motion Befor Motivation, The Success Secret That Never Fails"His company helps local business owners market effectively online with custom websites and search engine optimization.

Elizabeth Fairleigh is a results-oriented, PR professional with more than two decades ofcommunications experience in the high-tech industry. Prior to founding thE Connection, she was PRDirector for two Atlanta-based technology companies, one of which filed a successful IPO during hertenure.In addition to in-house corporate PR, Fairleigh also has several years of agency experience workingfor an Atlanta-based PR firm. She began her career as a journalist in Rochester, New York and is agraduate of Agnes Scott College.Fairleigh is a recipient of the Phoenix Award, presented by the Public Relations Society ofAmerica/Georgia Chapter, recognizing excellence among public relations practitioners. Shecurrently serves on the Board of Directors for CRMA-Atlanta www.crma-atlanta.org.SpecialtiesSpecializes in media and analyst relations for high technology and professional servicesorganizations, especially those in the CRM space. She also enjoys working with companies andindividuals outside of technology who have a passion for what they do.ExperiencePresident at thE Connection, Inc.August 1995 - Present (14 years 4 months)PR services for clients:* Executive consultation.* Development/execution of a strategic local, regional and nationalPR campaigns to achieve specific, corporate objectives.* Publicity placement. Involves dissemination of information tomedia for placement in targeted outlets via press releases,telephone follow-up, "pitches," and arrangement of interviews withcompany executives & customers.* Creation of PR materials including press releases, case studies,Page 1corporate profiles, fact sheets, biographies, bi-lined articles,newsletters and presentation abstracts.* Arrangement of speaking engagements for company executives at trade shows, seminars andother business engagements.

As an award-winning speaker, radio personality, stand-up comedian and author, I enjoy motivating and empowering others with a humorous style and vision.For me, the most important outcome is helping others to identify their passions, and challenging them to make those passions part of their daily lives.I categorize myself as a Provider of Motivational Firewood. That is: I supply information which can help to inspire others. Those who wish to improve part of their lives take it, and add their own personal spark, which creates their fire. My latest book: “20 to Life (In a Good Way)” is a collection of simple actions one may take to create positive energy and share it with the world. The included Action Pages allow the reader to document successes and create momentum on a solid foundation of positivity.Presentations include:Be Attractive...It's the Law!...You have the ability to choose and shape your destiny with these three important components: Attitude, Action & the Law of Attraction.Get Cookin' With Steve...A pint of passion, a dash of balance, a quarter cup of goals and a pinch of visualization…the recipe for a delicious life!College Success: From Foundation to Finals...These four years are critical in shaping attitudes and behaviors. By comparing the four years of college to the process of building a home, students learn the importance of creating a positive legacy, and amking effective choices.A successful life is all about giving and sharing, and I am passionate about sharing my enthusiasm and message with the world.

A Maine native now living near Chicago, Dr. Bill Gordon has spent his career focused on building community, connecting people, and developing strategic communications. Known internationally for engaging his audiences and helping to change minds and thinking, Bill uses his coaching training to move beyond known boundaries and reach for excellence. Seeing people as whole and complex, he invites the authentic engagement of listeners and readers by asking questions whose answers require more than mere intellect, touching at the hearts of who we are. His sense of humor and his generous presence lead to transformative moments that bring about real change.Personally, Bill is an activist for human dignity. He is passionate about how we relate to the world around us, and to one another. With a background that includes both the for-profit and non-profit worlds, he brings to his work an ethic for fairness and justice that permeates everything he says and does. His presentations are lively, and are filled with examples, stories, and relevancy to his audience.

Justin Gray is the CEO & Chief Brand Officer of MaaS Impact. He founded the company in 2009 with the vision of transforming traditional 'grassroots' marketing efforts through the use of cloud based marketing solutions. Gray sees grassroots marketing dollars shrinking and traditional branding efforts being strewn aside in favor of a 'right message, right time approach.Realizing the potential for growth in this space and the willingness other corporations had to join the SaaS revolution; Mr. Gray began to strategies the formation of a true Marketing-as-a-Service corporation, which specialized in outsourcing the core functions of a marketing department either through on-demand solutions, consulting or both.Prior to launching MaaS Impact, Gray has spent the last 12 years helping companies of varying size overhaul and optimize their marketing and sales departments. Most recently Gray held the Vice President of Sales & Marketing title at BillingTree where he grew a small startup on-demand payments company from 400k in annual revenue to a 64 million dollar entity, and the number one solution provider in its space. He founded RootOne Marketing while in college at the age of 17. Gray graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelors degree in Marketing and Business Administration.

Thomas C. Staab, President of Wind Ridge International, LLC, is a popular international motivational keynote speaker and management consultant. He is a frequent speaker and advisor to numerous companies on the topic of technology management, resource and process optimization, and maximizing business value. Understanding the human element in both business and technology, Thomas draws on his education and a wealth of experience to deliver his presentations and training on managing a multi–generation workforce. He has been interviewed by television stations in Tucson and Denver as an exert on the multi-generation workforce. Mr. Staab tailors his presentations to meet the specific requirements of his audience, so each keynote or workshop is unique. His high energy presentations provide motivation and keen insights that never fail to delight and educate his audience. He is listed in International Who’s Who of Information Technology, and has authored more than 30 articles and publications. He is the author of the e-book, The Real How-To on TMM, and is currently working on his new book, Ten Information Technology Challenges for the 21st Century.

Drew J. Stevens Ph.D. (Dr. Drew) is the author of Split Second Selling, the soon to be released Ultimate Business Bible and six other business books on sales, marketing & business development solutions. Drew helps organizations to dramatically accelerate revenue and outstrip the competition. He conducts over 40 international keynote, sales seminars and workshops per year. Dr. Drew is the founder of the Sales Leadership Certificate, one of only 14 programs in the United States offering an accredited degree in the profession of selling. He also has a free, top-ranked blog podcast called Sales Acceleration, which focuses on sales training and business development. To discover how Dr. Drew can assist your organization, visit his marketing and sales website, his business development and sales blog, or call 877-391-6821.

Ken Thoreson. “operationalizes” business and strategic sales management systems and processes that pull revenue out of the doldrums into the fresh zone. During the past 13 years, our consulting, advisory, and platform services have illuminated, motivated, and rejuvenated the sales efforts for organizations throughout North America. Move up and Move Ahead!Ken provides motivional keynotes, consulting services and products designed to improve personal and business performance. you can reach me: Ken@AcumenMgmt.com Website: www.AcumenManagement.com Blog: www.YourSalesManagementGuru.com