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Paul Wesselmann
Session Description:
If Paul’s keynote address opened up some new possibilities in professional networking and has
you craving more, this follow up session is for you! In addition to exploring your questions and
comments, we will take a deeper look at the art of building and maintaining relationships.
Speaker Bio:
Paul Wesselmann has created dynamic presentations for MPI and 300+ associations and
businesses over the past 17 years and the feedback is consistent: BRING HIM BACK! Paul's
degrees in psychology and higher education ensure he offers practical strategies to immediately
apply at work and in life. His experiences as a camp counselor, radio talk show host, and school
mascot guarantee you will have fun! In addition to working with corporate and non-profit
organizations around the U.S., each week Paul sends out an inspirational email to over 20,000
members of The Ripples Project. You can learn more about Paul at his websites:
http://PaulWesselmann.com and http://TheRipplesProject.org. |
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Paul Wesselmann
Session Description:
As essential partners in the meetings industry, suppliers provide planners with vital information
and ideas in addition to products and services for successful events. Your skills in building and
maintaining mutually beneficial relationships could take your success to the next level OR they
can leave you with a reputation as an annoying sales person who is only interested in closing a
deal. This session will address some of the unique opportunities and challenges that suppliers
face in networking within and beyond MPI.
Speaker Bio:
Paul Wesselmann has created dynamic presentations for MPI and 300+ associations and
businesses over the past 17 years and the feedback is consistent: BRING HIM BACK! Paul's
degrees in psychology and higher education ensure he offers practical strategies to immediately
apply at work and in life. His experiences as a camp counselor, radio talk show host, and school
mascot guarantee you will have fun! In addition to working with corporate and non-profit
organizations around the U.S., each week Paul sends out an inspirational email to over 20,000
members of The Ripples Project. You can learn more about Paul at his websites:
http://PaulWesselmann.com and http://TheRipplesProject.org. |
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Michele Wierzgac, MS, CMM
Session Description:
We can debate whether or not we are in a recession, but there is no doubt that organizations are
focused on cutting labors costs. Why? Labor costs comprise 80 percent or more of an
organization’s operating costs. Job security is the top concern within today’s workforce. How
do we bring attention to the value of what we do? Rather than focusing on procedural and
maintenance issues, we will review strategies for aligning our work with the organizational
strategy. Participants will learn to make a strategic difference in better positioning their
positions to meet their organizations’ current and future strategic challenges.
Learner Outcomes
- Identify strategies for showcasing your value.
- Align your work with organizational strategy.
- Develop an action plan.
Speaker Bio
Michele is an experienced and proven business leader delivering
powerful programs in the areas of leadership, supervision,
marketing, and strategy.
She delivers compelling “forward thinking” messages through
keynotes, workshops, board retreats and focus groups. Organizations
appreciate Michele’s passion, flexible and goal-oriented
style, and customized programs designed specifically for the
needs of the participants. She is a proven, valued strategic
business partner with exceptional client relationship skills delivering
a return on investment.
Michele has been recognized by Meeting Professionals International (MPI) as a
Top 5 Speaker, a preferred leadership facilitator, and named one of the seven
Founding Chancellors “to comment on current business trends and deliver visionary
leadership.” She is a frequent guest lecturer and ad-hoc faculty member for
universities, and is well known for her column Forward Thinking.
Some of Michele’s quality clients include Sunset Station Hotels, Hyatt Hotels,
Panduit Corporation, Business Credit Union Association, Louisiana Society of Association
Executives, American Bus Association, American Association for Diabetes
Educators, Mystery Shopper Providers Association, South Dakota Governor’s
Conference For Tourism, New York State Association For Continuing Education,
Idaho Community Action Association, Financial & Insurance Planners Association,
Business Travelers Association, Society of Government Meeting Professionals,
Hospitality Sales & Marketing International Association, Professional Convention
Management Association, Meeting Professionals International, universities,
other businesses, and trade associations. |
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John S. Benjamin, CFA®
Session Description:
Are you like many of us and wonder what is going on with the economy and if you are doing the right thing? Join John S. Benjamin, CFA, Vice President, M&I Wealth Management for a down to earth review of the economy. John will share his insights on financial markets and their impact on personal investment, financial decision making and the outlook for the economy as a whole.
Speaker Bio
Vice President, Portfolio Management
John joined M&I in 2007 with over 20 years of trust administration and portfolio management experience. John’s current responsibilities include managing portfolios for individual, institutional and corporate accounts. John has a bachelor of arts degree from Allegheny College and a master of business administration in finance from Indiana University. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation and FINRA Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses. John is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of Madison.
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