Keynote Speakers
Opening Keynote
Naked Networking
Speaker: Kari Mirabal
Mon., Oct. 28 | 8:00 a.m. ET
Today’s competitive business market demands results, and a powerful circle of influence can help you achieve optimal results. Welcome to NAKED Networking® - a dynamic keynote that explores five common networking mistakes (and provides solutions). You'll explore an easy to remember acronym, NAKED (Neglect, Afraid, Knowledge, Engage, Dedicate) with Kari Mirabal, networking expert and high-energy presenter who leaves audiences begging for more.
KARI MIRABAL
She leverages storytelling and simple real-world strategies to build and sustain authentic connections. Discover how to position yourself for success in this energizing experience that challenges you to build and sustain powerful networks. Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey as you dive into creative methods to "NETWORK SMARTER".
During this dynamic presentation you will:
- Discover five networking mistakes (and solutions)
- Learn a proven three-step networking strategy
- Explore ways to push past FEAR to network with confidence
- Have a chance to ask questions
ABOUT KARI MIRABAL
Kari Mirabal is a seasoned and award-winning speaker – a passionate leader with a proven track record for inspiring audiences across the country, and abroad, to think differently. She cut her teeth in the networking arena as a former IT recruiter and recruiting company business owner who once helped countless professionals secure new careers. She has helped place people within a variety of industries including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, government, telecom, construction, and oil/gas. She travels the globe helping hundreds of thousands of people explore how networking can change their career (and their life like it did hers). She specializes in helping business professionals build and sustain powerful connections – authentically.
Closing Keynote
A Nonpartisan Overview of the Political Environment, Prospective Legislation, and Strategies for Investment and Retirement Planning
Speaker: Jeff Bush
Wed., Oct. 30 | 11:00 a.m. ET
Jeff Bush delivers a nonpartisan, review of Washington DC legislation and regulation affecting investors, financial advisors, and business leaders built on his 30+ years of experience in the financial services and political analysis industries.
JEFF BUSH
As he predicted, Congress wrestled with increasing the debt ceiling, and the budget debate crowded out any significant legislation late in 2023 as politicians ramped up their 2024 campaign efforts.
Jeff predicts continued market volatility as Congress struggles with its basic budgeting function. His presentation gives audiences a fuller understanding of this complex issue, including prospects for Social Security reform.
Jeff breaks down the 2024 elections and provides an analysis to his audiences in his unique and entertaining style. He explains how the country’s future tax and spending policy impacts business owners, executives and savers. This helps investors and financial advisors navigate the changing landscape emanating from the nation’s capital. His presentation includes specific investment, wealth transfer, and retirement planning strategies.
about jeff bush
A dynamic and insightful speaker and author, Jeff Bush is known for his unique ability to translate difficult and confusing information coming out of Washington, D.C., into winning growth strategies for business owners, executives, and high net worth investors.
Jeff is a 30-plus year veteran of the financial industry. and is the principal of The Washington Update, the industry’s nonpartisan experts on all things Washington. Jeff presents more than 200 times yearly in the U.S. and abroad to a client base that includes a who’s who list of Fortune 500 firms from Wall Street to Main Street and everywhere in between. Jeff frequently appears on CNBC’s Nightly Business Report, is featured in various industry publications, including Investment News, and is a guest on POTUS SiriusXM Radio.