KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
We are thrilled to announce this year’s lineup of TWO dynamic speakers set to captivate and inspire. Our first speaker is a visionary trailblazer dedicated to challenging and empowering everyday individuals to navigate and harness the power of the latest technological trends. With a unique ability to demystify complex concepts, she provides actionable insights that educate and empower audiences to embrace innovation.
Equally compelling is our second speaker, a seasoned professional whose remarkable journey involved successfully saving his company from the brink of challenges. His experiences have shaped his perspective and opened doors for him to share his insightful story with others. His narrative is one of resilience, strategic decision-making, and the transformative power of leadership.
These two speakers bring a wealth of knowledge, diverse perspectives, and real-world experiences to the forefront. Get ready for a conference experience that informs and empowers you, leaving you equipped with the tools and inspiration needed to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
Crystal Washington
Leading Female Futrist & Technoloy Expert
Crystal Washington
Crystal Washington, CSP, CPAE works with organizations that want to leverage technology to increase profits and productivity! As a technology strategist and certified futurist, Crystal takes complex consumer and business technology topics, making them easy to understand and accessible for everyday people.
As a certified futurist and technology strategist, Crystal has a unique gift: she takes the complexities of tech trends, social media, apps, and the web and translates them into clear, actionable insights anyone can grasp.
Crystal was inducted into the Council of Peers Award for Excellence (CPAE)® Speaker Hall of Fame on July 17, 2023. Crystal is one of the youngest inductees to receive the honor. Past inductees include Zig Zigler, Les Brown, Jack Canfield, Sally Hogshead, and Steve Spangler.
Recognized by Forbes as one of the top 50 Leading Female Futurists, Crystal’s insights have graced the pages of renowned publications like Entrepreneur and Bloomberg Businessweek. With Crystal Washington, you’re not just getting insights into what’s next in tech; we’re gaining a partner dedicated to ensuring we’re equipped to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Marcus Sheridan
Marcus Sheridan is a globally recognized communication expert, bestselling author, and captivating keynote speaker specializing in Transformational Communication.
Starting his journey after college, Marcus is an entrepreneurial success story.
He founded a business that grew into the world’s most-trafficked swimming pool
company, revolutionizing effective communication in the business landscape.
He ignited the They Ask, You Answer movement, empowering businesses to
embrace transparency in their marketing and communications. His bestselling
book, They Ask, You Answer, has sold over 100,000 copies, and has been
translated into several languages. As a dynamic speaker, Marcus engages
audiences worldwide, and is known for his real-time interactions that transcend
norms, resulting in memorable presentations every time.
Featured in renowned media outlets such as The New York Times and Forbes,
Marcus solidifies his role as a trailblazer in communication. His clients include
recognizable brands such as Whirlpool, Discover, Bass Pro Shops, Cisco,
Microsoft, and many more.
Marcus Sheridan
Communications Expert & Best Selling Author
Session speakers
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Dan will speak with Michael Wison,
Thur. Nov. 7
Dan joined the International Association of Movers (IAM) in June 2018. He is currently IAM’s Vice President of Government & Military Relations. Bradley is a former DoD logistician with command experience and a broad background in domestic and international transportation operations, serving twenty years in the U.S. Air Force. He also spent eight years at the Army’s Surface Deployment & Distribution Command (SDDC) as a Department of the Army Civilian, filling multiple supervisory traffic management positions before joining the IAM Staff.
event speakers
We will hear from our top leaders.
Tim Helenthal
Chairman & CEO
National Holding Company
Mark Doyle
President of National Van Lines
Susan Staszewski
President of International Division
Michael Wilson
President of National Forwarding Co.