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  Stop Loosing On Purchases: It’s RFP Time!

  Sean Jones, MS, MBA, 3X Founder | Investor | Psychotherapist | Entrepreneur |, Whats In The Bowl Enterprises

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Do You Make Capital Purchases?

  Have you ever spent a significant amount of money on equipment, software, services, or a major project only to discover months or years later that it was not what you hoped it would be, or that it no longer meets your organization's needs? MORE >

  One of the most overlooked yet important tools in business is the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.

  An RFP is a disciplined business practice that forces organizations to clearly define their needs, expectations, requirements, timelines, and evaluation criteria before making a significant investment.

  Too often, companies make purchasing decisions based on relationships, marketing materials, vendor presentations, or the first proposal they receive. While these factors may be important, relying on them alone can lead to costly mistakes, operational inefficiencies, and years of frustration.

  A well-designed RFP creates a level playing field. It allows multiple vendors to compete against the same set of requirements, making comparisons objective rather than emotional. It also helps identify hidden costs, implementation challenges, potential risks, and significant differences in vendor capabilities that might otherwise be overlooked.

  The financial impact can be substantial. A strong RFP process can save organizations tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, or even millions of dollars over the life of a project while increasing the likelihood of selecting the right long-term partner.

  In this session, participants will learn the essential components of developing and utilizing an effective RFP process. An extended workshop version will provide hands-on experience, allowing participants to develop either a mock RFP or a real RFP for an upcoming organizational need.

  Whether you are purchasing software, equipment, professional services, or planning a major capital investment, this session will provide practical tools that can improve decision making, reduce risk, and protect your organization's resources.

  Learning Objectives

  Understand when an RFP is appropriate and when it is not.
  Learn the key components of an effective RFP.
  Develop objective vendor evaluation criteria.
  Identify common mistakes organizations make during procurement.
  Create a framework for a real-world RFP that can be immediately applied within your organization.

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  LinkedIn: Your Profile, Your Network and What to Do. Increase Your Success by Using LinkedIn Correctly

  Heike Heemann, MIM, CPBC, DTM, LinkedIn Strategist & Career Transition Coach, IdeaShare Coaching

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Does your target market include people with an average age of 45 and a household income of $83,000?? Would you like to find out how you can use LinkedIn to find customers and stay in contact with clients? MORE >

  Do you want to be considered for a promotion or a board position? Do you want to find referral partners or staff members?

  LinkedIn is a great platform to achieve all of these goals and more, yet many people get even the basics wrong.

  This session covers some of the most common mistakes people make on this platform and insider tips on how to set yourself apart from the competition.

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  Awakening Awesomeness: Moving Towards Excellence

  Lucas, Speaker, Consultant, Author, Think Different! Be Different!

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

  Empower yourself through this interactive presentation. Re-ignite your passions and discover your purpose!

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  The most romantic thing you can do for your (second) spouse is get a prenup

  Karyn Youso, Mediator/Respectful Divorce Attorney, Karp & Iancu, S.C.

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial

  The statistics surrounding divorce have not improved much, and the statistics surrounding divorce for second marriages are even more grim. Most of my clients say they'll "never get married again," but really what they're saying is they do not want to go through the pain of divorce again. The best way to avoid the pain is to plan ahead. A frank discussion about finances and expectations and a well-bargained pre-nuptial agreement takes away the pain of potential divorce (or at least reduces it substantially). MORE >

  While no pre-nup is iron-clad in Wisconsin, because the law allows room for the unforeseen, there are ways to approach the topic with sensitivity and clarity, and a good pre-nup is often a great path to a long happy marriage. What could be more romantic?

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  Nutrition Made Easy, small changes that make a huge impact!

  Jeremy Bria, D.C., Doctor of Chiropractic, Pure Family Chiropractic

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  Proper nutrition is a key pillar of health. Understanding the right choices can keep you healthy for a lifetime. t There is a lot of information available about what to eat, what not to eat and it seems impossible to keep it all straight. This talk will help your group make sense of food and make small changes in their current diet that will yield big rewards in the form of greater health and wellness. MORE >

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  Exploring Cat and Dog Nutrition

  Sean Jones, MS, MBA, 3X Founder | Investor | Psychotherapist | Entrepreneur |, Whats In The Bowl Enterprises

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

  Exploring Cat and Dog Nutrition is an educational lecture designed for pet parents and pet industry professionals seeking an evidence informed understanding of feline and canine nutrition. The lecture examines the biological foundations of species appropriate feeding, the historical development of commercial pet food, and the nutritional implications of modern processing methods. MORE >

  The program is suitable for audiences of approximately 10 to 100 attendees and is delivered over an hour session, followed by a structured question and answer period. The lecture is supported by a comprehensive multimedia presentation consisting of more than 100 slides. A large screen and reliable Wi-Fi access are required.

  This lecture is appropriate for community organizations, retail pet stores, rescues, veterinary adjacent groups, and educational events focused on companion animal health.

  The lecture presents foundational nutritional concepts using clear language intended for a general audience. No prior background in nutrition or veterinary science is assumed. Core content areas include:

  • The evolution of commercial pet food and market consolidation within the global pet food industry
  • Regulatory definitions of “complete and balanced” diets and their practical limitations
  • Comparative digestive physiology of cats as obligate carnivores and dogs as facultative carnivores
  • The nutritional impact of extrusion, rendering, and high temperature processing
  • Common misconceptions surrounding grain free, plant forward, and heavily fortified diets
  • Evidence based discussion of raw, freeze dried, gently processed, and minimally processed feeding strategies
  • Dietary links to common chronic conditions including cancer, dermatologic disorders, gastrointestinal disease, dental pathology, metabolic dysfunction, and renal disease

  The lecture emphasizes informed decision making rather than prescriptive feeding plans. Nutritional strategies are discussed within the context of individual animal needs, household constraints, and responsible transition protocols.

  Retail Store Customization

  When delivered for retail pet stores, the lecture may be customized to align with biologically and species appropriate brands carried by the host location. Educational content is integrated with a structured call to action designed to help attendees translate learning into practical purchasing decisions that support improved nutritional outcomes for their pets.

  Retail based lectures commonly result in immediate post event product purchases.

  Additional Training Offering for Retail Teams

  The training focuses on helping retail staff ask effective questions, identify customer needs, and support informed purchasing decisions without pressure based sales techniques. The framework is grounded in applied behavioral psychology and reflects more than thirty years of clinical and executive experience in human behavior and decision making.

  Speaker Credentials

  Sean is the founder of Whats In The Bowl Pet Shops and franchise system. He also founded Foodynamics, a freeze drying company privately labeling for over 150 brands. He is the former host of the Exploring Cat and Dog Nutrition podcast and the author of the forthcoming book Exploring Cat and Dog Nutrition. His work focuses on translating complex nutritional and behavioral science into accessible, actionable education for pet parents and industry professionals.

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  7 Ridiculously Simple Habits to Transform Your Diet, Body and Outlook on Life Forever

  Amy Friese, Certified Health Coach and Founder, Fearless Nutrition

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  We’re all creatures of habit. Habits are powerful. Shaking things up every now and again, however, is crucial to stay motivated and inspired. Challenge is, we’re too busy, tired, and stressed to take consistent action. But there’s hope... MORE >

  Join Transformation Coach and International Speaker Amy Friese as she sheds a bright light on seven ridiculously simple habits that can transform your body, diet and outlook on life forever. If it worked for this endurance athlete during the toughest time of her life, it can work in everything you do, too.

  Ready. Set. GO love up and live out your dreams!

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