GENERAL SESSION
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
The State of Networking in 2021
Expert discussion regarding the current state of networking, business, and entrepreneurship during the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Presenter:
Joe Caruso, Caruso Leadership
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Breakout Session 1
Entrepreneurial Behaviors
A discussion aiming to pinpoint the behaviors and skills associated with some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs.
Presenter:
Aziz Abdur-Ra'oof, Performance Coach a2z Consultants
Breakout Session 2
Elements of Memorable Keynote Speeches
Joe Caruso dives into some of the most important components of keynote speeches such as narrative, connecting with your audience, and influence.
Presenter:
Joe Caruso, Caruso Leadership
Breakout Session 3
Creating Accountability Remotely
In light of the ongoing pandemic, many have found themselves working from home. Learn strategies that have helped entrepreneurs manage their teams effectively.
Presenter:
Robert Prosen, CEO, Business Execution & Growth Specialist
Breakout Session 4
Intellectual Property
A discussion about the latest licensing and eligibility requirements for utility patents, design patents, and plant patents. What kinds of inventions are and are not protected?
Presenter:
Michael Melfi, Be Investable
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
LUNCH BREAK
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Breakout Session 1
The Benefits of Empowering Your Team
Empowerment offers many benefits, including individual and team confidence, increases in employee retention, and even enhanced creativity. What strategies can employers use to make their teams feel empowered?
Presenter:
Mike McFall, CEO Biggby Coffee
Breakout Session 2
Understanding the Operational Aspects of Business
Learn the importance of operations management and why having a strategic process builds a foundation for effectively reaching your goals.
Presenter:
Ian Burnstein, SBOA
Breakout Session 3
Leveraging Technology to Automate Remote Processes
A demonstration of the latest technologies in remote automation and data management.
Presenter:
Scott Kube, VP of Sales, Cygnus Systems Inc.
Breakout Session 4
Outsourcing and the Importance of Focus
Hear why proper outsourcing and time allocation can get you back to focusing on the aspects of your business that you value most.
Presenter:
Alex Burkalas, President and CEO, Cygnus Systems Inc.
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
15 Minute Break
2:30 PM - 4 PM
Visiting Exhibitors
