Kick off your EntreCon® experience early by picking up your conference badge, swag bag, and networking with fellow attendees. Stick around afterward for the official EntreCon® Awards, sponsored by Cox Business, where we'll celebrate outstanding local businesses and leaders. It's a perfect opportunity to connect, get a head start on the event, and be part of the excitement! 

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What may be a problem or challenge? In normal circumstances, anywhere from 30-60% of the workforce is neutral to change or reluctant to change. Even if they feel things need to be changed, there is a difference between thinking about change and implementing the change. Resistance to change is a natural tendency. Attendees will walk out with ways to reduce the resistance to change. Due to COVID, organizations have employees with less experience in the workforce than ever before both at the leadership and staff level. Experience has a huge impact on the operational performance of the organization. The key is to understand how to narrow the scope of the work without reducing the results. It is in the magic of making things doable. As a bonus, research that has been published in Quint's new book, The Human Margin, shows that the trust of the frontline staff in senior leadership and part of the larger corporation is extremely low right now. People will leave with an understanding of how to build trust with the workforce and the customer. 

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In today's business landscape, leadership is facing a profound challenge. Just as democracy depends on the truth, so does effective leadership. Yet truth-the very oxygen of leadership-is often undervalued and overlooked, making it difficult for leaders to foster trust and unity. 

This session explored the critical role that truth plays in business leadership. True leaders must champion fact-based decision-making and cultivate a culture of transparency and accountability. They are not just managers, but educators-driven by a passion to both learn and teach. In this era, leaders must guide their teams toward consensus built on verifiable truths, while resisting the temptations to mislead, manipulate, or distort reality for short-term gain. 

Join us to learn how to lead with integrity, inspire trust, and drive results by aligning your leadership approach with the unwavering commitment to truth, facts, and ethical decision-making. 

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Do you want to "Live Happily and Prosper in the World of Gen Z"? Then this Lunch & Learn Session is for you! Dr. Johnny McGregor, a professor at Clemson University who is known for his innovative and engaging teaching style will prepare you for working with the newest entries into the work force, Gen Z. This session will focus on:

1. Reviewing the latest research on Generational Groups with a specific focus on Gen Z. 
2. Understanding the fundamentals of "Creating a Health Organization" as defined by Patrick Lencioni. 
3. Effectively living and working with college aged adults and young professionals. 

Dr. McGregor will share the tips and insights that he has discovered over the past 40 years not only from teaching but from working side-by-side in business settings with college students. 

Join us for an inspiring one-hour class on the 3 Cs of Leadership: Courage, Caring, and Commitment. Discover how these essential traits can transform your leadership style through engaging discussions, real-life examples, and interactive activities. Learn how to make bold decisions with courage, foster a supportive and empathetic environment with caring, and achieve your goals while gaining the respect of others through commitment. Whether you're an aspiring leader or looking to enhance your existing skills, this class offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you lead with confidence and integrity. 

Join Luke Infinger and Harrison Bagdan for an empowering presentation designed for entrepreneurs and aspiring business leaders. "Unlocking Our Full Potential: The Key to Maximizing Your Impact" dives deep into the essential elements that drive personal and professional success. 

In this session, we will explore: 

1. Strategy, Story, and State: Learn how to craft compelling strategies, build a powerful narrative, and maintain a state of peak performance. 
2. Mindset and Discipline: Discover techniques to develop a resilient mindset and the discipline required to stay on track. 
3. Adaptability: Understand the importance of being flexible and adaptable in a constantly changing business environment. 

Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this presentation will provide you with actionable insights and practical tools to maximize your impact and unlock your full potential. Join us to transform your approach and achieve extraordinary results in your entrepreneurial journey. 

Over the past 10 years, Pensacola has experienced significant growth and transformation, emerging as a vibrant hub for innovation, business, and community development. In this session, local business leaders will share their personal experiences of being part of Pensacola's growth story-how their businesses have evolved alongside the city and the unique opportunities and challenges they've encountered. Join us for an insightful conversation as these entrepreneurs reflect on their journeys, discuss how Pensacola's transformation has impacted their industries, and share their vision for the city's future over the next decade. 

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In this session, we will share easy-to-use strategies to facilitate open, authentic conversations, encourage a mindset of critical-thinking, ownership and problem solving, and set clear expectations/boundaries to maximize performance and build trust. 

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming industries across the globe, reshaping the way businesses operate, and individuals interact with technology. In this panel, leading experts and innovators will share their insights on the latest AI trends, how they are impacting various sectors, and what businesses need to do to stay ahead in this evolving landscape. From automation to ethical considerations, join us as we explore the opportunities and challenges of the AI revolution and discuss how organizations can leverage AI to drive growth and innovation. 

Easy to follow transformational blueprint empowering leaders to shed the masks of pretense, prioritize wellbeing, and inspire lasting success in their lives and organizations. 

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Tiffany Pham is a globally renowned Artist, Wall Street Journal bestselling Author, award-winning Filmmaker, Investor at Legacy VC, and Founder & CEO of Mogul. Pham will share the many lessons learned and mistakes made from throughout her journey, in order to help you become a mogul and forge your own legacy today. 

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We are thrilled to invite you to an after-hours networking event at Clark Partington following Day One of EntreCon, so that you can relax, unwind, mingle and enjoy the evening with fellow conference-goers. 

Join us at the Clark Partington Law Firm, located at 125 E. Intendencia, on Wednesday, November 13th from 4:30-6:30 PM following the first day of EntreCon. 

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In today's rapidly changing world, effective leadership demands more than strategy and vision - it requires courage. Courageous leadership isn't about being fearless, it's about-facing challenges head-on, making bold decisions and being willing to stand alone. After nearly 2 decades at the LUV Airline, former Southwest Airlines Chief People Officer Julie Weber will share insights on leading with courage, heart and a steadfast commitment to fostering a people-first culture. 

With the shrinking labor market and the rise of "quiet quitting" the ability to attract, engage and retain talent is a key competitive advantage and it requires an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which people feel valued and empowered. 

Through compelling anecdotes and practical advice, Julie Weber will share guidance on aligning your organization's values with people strategies that are effective for getting and keeping the talent your organization needs. Walk away inspired to evolve your leadership style to include transparency, authenticity, and the courage to lead from the heart. 

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Local physician and entrepreneur shares turning a vision into reality. In entrepreneurship it involves cultivating a clear and inspiring vision, devloping a strategic plan with SMART goals, building a strong and motivated team, embracing innovation and adaptability, and overcoming challenges with persistence and resilience. By following these steps, entrepreneurs can transform their ideas into successul ventures, driving growth and making a meaningful impact. 

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In a sea of average, this is why we stand out...and how you can, too. 

Level up your skill set by attending this Lunch & Learn with Doug Bizerra, Owner & Operator at the Chick-Fil-A on Bayou Blvd and Bert Thornton, Retired President/COO and Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House, Inc. 

Two iconic brands, Chick-Fil-A and Waffle House, have mastered the art of differentiation, creating loyal customer bases and thriving businesses. By examining the three key factors that make each of these brands iconic, you can apply their strategies to elevate your own business. 

We have made it. We are leaders, we have accomplished the goals we set for ourselves years and even decades prior. Now that we are here, the environment has changed, we have changed, the people we work with and the people we serve have changed, and we find ourselves in this space of moving so fast we have lost sight of why we started this journey into leadership. 

We have a responsibility to be intentional in connecting back to the value of our purpose and how that purpose fosters an environment of adaptability and trust that allows us to better engage and serve our peers, employees, customers, and even ourselves. 

During this session, we will work through the value of Re-Finding Purpose as leaders fostering a culturally engaging environment. 

Take personal initiative to make things happen for you, your business, your employees. We all have stories about when we felt burned out and discouraged and we made one more call and got through to clients who needs out service, or that represented a turning point for our business, If you have a solid business plan and you don't give up and stick to it, that's the most of the battle and anything can be achieved. 

In today's dynamic workplace, employee happiness is not just a desirable outcome but a crucial factor for productivity and retention. This presentation explores how health barriers impact employee happiness and offers practical strategies for organizations to foster a supportive and thriving work environment. From promoting physical wellness to enhancing mental health support, attendees will gain insights into cultivating a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being, ultimately leading to happier, more engaged teams and sustainable business success. 

Leadership is not a one-size fits all proposition. No two leaders are alike, just as every leadership situation brings its own unique challenges and requirements. We are all a sum of our own experiences, personalities, life lessons, relationships, and everything else that makes us who we are, and we bring that experience into every leadership role we take on. Each of us must travel our own journey towards fulfilling our leadership potential, but for many of us, we haven't yet realized that we are even on that journey! Learn what makes you, you! By understanding yourself and your own journey, you can harness that knowledge to become the authentic leader your people need, when they need it most. 

In today's fast paced world, understanding and managing your finances is more important than ever. Join us for the "Finance Fundamentals: Building Your Financial Future" panel, where industry experts will demystify the core principles of financial planning, investment strategies, and wealth management. Whether your're just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide you with the essential tools and knowledge to build a secure financial future. 

In this session, you will learn practical ways to get connected to our community, proposed needs for our community, people who need our help in the community, passion and purpose of helping, and the powerful impact you can have in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how you can intentionally add unity to our community! 

Enjoy Whim Cotton Candy and Popcorn before the last keynote of the day!

In this popular keynote, Danny challenges his audience to think about their own 'potential'...how they define it, and how they go about continuing to grow into it and design their life around it. Danny shares the story of his journey after a tragic near-death accident claimed the lives of Danny and his friend, and only Danny came back to life. He was forced to grow...or have life beat him. This tragedy forced Danny to uncover powerful human principles to support people growing into their potential. The principles you practice compromise your approach to life, and Danny slows his audience down and offers them some observations for their consideration, so they are certain their approach is solid, and the principles are practiced...completely and consistently. 

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