Business Development

Building Global Momentum: How Cross-Regional Connections Are Driving Growth at TekniPlex’s IPS Sales Meeting 2026

In an increasingly interconnected global marketplace, the companies that win are those that move beyond transactional relationships and develop a deep understanding of the entire value chain. Knowing not just your customer, but your customer’s customer, unlocks sharper insights, stronger partnerships, and more strategic growth opportunities across regions. Events like global sales meetings…

Success Stories and Strategy Sharing: Ankiit Parikh on the Power of Global Sales Meetings

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, the ability for organizations to align across regions has become less of a luxury and more of a necessity. Events like global sales meetings serve as critical convergence points where diverse perspectives, market insights, and success stories are exchanged, often sparking innovation that transcends geographic boundaries. What…

Kasa Parcel Automation

Dan Stutterheim, CEO, Kasa Companies So at Kasa we help our customers automate their processes – they may be manufacturers producing a product, they may be moving materials – so we’ll help them automate that. There was a tremendous need in the industry. All the growth in e-commerce, consumer packages coming to your front doorstep…

Field Service Growth Depends on Leading With People, Not Just Technology

Skilled trades are facing accelerating retirements, rising customer expectations, and rapid advances in AI—putting the field service industry at a critical inflection point. Industry estimates suggest millions of frontline roles could go unfilled over the next decade, even as technology promises to automate more tasks than ever before. The stakes are high: decisions made now…

HVAC Thrives on People-First Leadership, Not Just Technical Know-How

The skilled trades are undergoing a shift as experienced workers retire faster than new talent enters the field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for HVAC technicians is projected to grow 8% by 2034. That’s much faster than average — and shows the urgency of attracting and keeping new talent.  While…

Great Leaders Share Knowledge, Build Trust, and Empower Future Talent

The conversation around skilled trades is shifting fast. After decades of “college for all” messaging, trade school enrollment is climbing steadily, signaling a renewed respect for hands-on, high-skill careers that literally keep the world running. In commercial HVAC and mechanical service, this change is not just academic — it’s shaping the next generation of leaders…

Fighter Jets, Fintech, and the Frontier of AI: Mastering the Art of Adaptable Leadership with Gregory Gorman

Leaders who inspire resilience and adaptability are becoming essential as AI and rapid innovation reshape how businesses operate

Field Engineer to Industry Leader: Coty Fournier’s 35-Year Journey in Construction

Construction is an industry where experience is currency. For many in the field, career paths become case studies in adaptability, strategic growth, and cross-functional expertise. With the U.S. construction market experiencing both highs and lows, the demand for leaders who understand field realities as well as business strategies remains critical to the industry’s success…

What Leading With Purpose Sounds Like

Leading with purpose is no longer a buzzword but a fundamental shift in how leaders define success. In today’s fast-moving organizations, purpose-driven leadership is about clarity—understanding the “why” behind every decision and holding that vision steady like a compass. It demands that leaders do more than set goals; they must align their teams’ aspirations with…

Community Building Through Marketing—Powered by Showing Up and Staying Open

In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Alicia Layfield, founder of Casa Layfield, a boutique marketing agency in Houston, Texas. Alicia shares how she built her business from the ground up—not by following a perfect plan, but by showing up, staying open, and turning connections…

Women in HVAC: Pioneering Change in a Male-Dominated Industry

The HVAC industry is evolving, and with it, the roles within the sector are expanding beyond traditional boundaries. Amid rising tuition costs and strong demand for skilled labor, young people are increasingly choosing trade schools over a traditional college education. With such a shift highlighting the need for a more diverse workforce, the questions…

Modular Offices Are Changing the Workplace Game — One Move at a Time

Flexible workspace solutions are cutting construction timelines, reducing costs, and shrinking environmental impact compared to traditional buildings

The Framework Series – Episode 3: Conversational Clarity

Teams that master the balance between honesty and inquiry unlock their ability to perform under pressure and resolve conflicts faster

RM Q1 2024 Wrap-Up

The agency's first quarter showcased how integrated marketing services drive measurable results across strategy, content, and digital channels

Connecting the Dots to Accelerate Growth

Organizations often overlook the strategic connections needed to turn ambitious growth plans into executable reality

Real Talk: How Greg Crumpton Uses UGC to Empower People and Build Brands

A brand strategist reveals why authentic customer voices matter more than polished marketing messages

The Future of Digital Infrastructure Lies in Stability of Sustainable Technology

As global data demands explode, organizations must balance rapid innovation with the infrastructure stability required to sustain long-term growth

Sweet Niche Success: Lessons in Transitions & Gingerbread from a Crafty Marketer

Carving out a profitable niche demands the same precision and creativity as building a gingerbread masterpiece

Skilled Workers Thrive Where Craftsmanship, Integrity, and Relationships Align

When professional values and human connection become the foundation, skilled tradespeople unlock their full potential and drive industry growth

The Key Ingredients for Successful In-Person Events

Face-to-face interactions remain essential for logistics companies to build relationships and differentiate themselves in a competitive marketplace

Harmonizing Ambition and Parenthood with Tonni Bennett | Ep. 11 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

A sales leader reveals how intentional choices enable career growth without sacrificing meaningful time with family

The Key to Building a Successful Business in the Mechanical Industry: Keeping Employees Happy and Fostering Long-term Relationships

Mechanical contractors discover that treating workers like family and investing in their growth outperforms traditional management approaches

Straight Outta Crumpton: Transforming Leadership and Fostering Hope with Mikel Bowman

A founder explains how intentional leadership becomes the catalyst for unlocking human potential within organizations

Can You Become a Thought Leader While Working Full-Time? Yes, by Leading with Authenticity and Sharing Your Unique Stories

Professionals can build genuine influence in their fields by sharing authentic perspectives rather than polished expertise

Empowering Leadership and Effective Delegation with Dallas Burnett

Leaders who master delegation unlock exponential growth by transforming their teams into independent decision-makers

Legal Business Development: Authentic Relationships Can Foster Trust and Long-Term Relationships

Building genuine client connections proves more valuable than transactional interactions in the competitive legal services market

The Leadership Succession Crisis can be Solved by Instilling Leadership Skills in Employees from Day One

Early leadership development bridges the gap between today's workforce and tomorrow's management needs

Industry Expertise and Effective Leadership is Paramount in Mission-Critical Industries

Leaders who combine deep industry knowledge with strong vision gain competitive advantage in high-stakes sectors

From DJ to HVAC Digital Media Dynamo: Combining of Digital Media and Skilled Trades with Clifton Beck

A former DJ turned educator reveals how digital storytelling is reshaping how the skilled trades attract and train the next generation

Boxx Modular’s New Branch in Atlantic Canada: A Strategic Move for Construction Innovation

A construction innovator expands eastward to tap into Atlantic Canada's emerging modular building market