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Experienced conference leaders know that a relevant and inspiring keynote presentation is the highlight of an annual meeting or corporate gathering.


Just as importantly, a carefully crafted keynote can boost a conference’s impact and effectiveness on its participants by focusing and inspiring them as it educates and entertains - priming them for full attention and enthusiasm for the programs that follow.

A dynamic closing speech will end a gathering with a memorable Bang! - ensuring that participants will leave the event uplifted and re-energized, and more likely to “take away” the core ideas of the conference.

Ken Wilbanks meets the high standards of the construction supply and home center industry with his unique combination of personal and professional attributes. His deep understanding of this business is the result of a rich and varied career spent entirely in the LBM sector; he can offer immediately applicable solutions to the challenges faced by many home channel executives and managers . His communication and coaching expertise enable him to relate to individuals at all levels in an organization, and to groups of any size. His insight and candor convey a refreshing and uplifting attitude, and he consistently inspires enthusiasm and action with his fundamental message that individual and organizational success is up to PEOPLE, not just a result of favorable market and economic conditions.

Ken develops each keynote by first talking to key individuals in the organization to thoroughly understand the major issues facing their group, the central themes of the event, and the larger aims of the organization’s leaders. Once the desired outcome of the presentation has been determined, he draws from his large repertoire of inspiring examples, well-researched content, uplifting humor , personal stories and practical applications to craft a dynamic and engaging keynote to meet the audience’s needs. Ken not only inspires his audience, he gives them immediately usable tools for making positive change in their lives and in the workplace.

Ken Wilbanks presents keynote presentations for all types of business-related events, including:

  • Corporate gatherings and celebrations
  • EXPO Events
  • Conventions
  • Industry or Association conferences
  • Sales meetings
  • Executive retreats
  • Board meeting
  • Roundtables as a guest speaker

Keynote topics available: (Typically 30-45 minute duration)

BEAT LAST YEAR!

Do not passively accept the buffetings of the negative economic conditions and market trends that threaten your sales and profits in 2009! Take bold steps to insure that YOUR LBM organization outperforms the industry in the face of whatever challenges exist. The proven “BEAT LAST YEAR!” game plan strategy for improvement presents critical skills, simple actions and powerful attitudes for change in a clear format where everyone in your organization plays hard to win! YOU and your TEAM become THE decisive determining elements for sales success!

This dynamic and motivating presentation inspires immediate positive change in its participants. Highly valuable for supporting and inspiring any LBM or Home Center organization’s “winning” company culture. Discover that sales growth potential is absolutely in your own hands!

Creating a Culture of Excellence

Construction Supply and Home Center dealers must meet the highest of standards in virtually every area of operations in order to compete in today’s business climate. This presentation demonstrates how a company Culture of Excellence manifests measurable sales growth, positive morale and overall increased profitability.

Key elements include establishing pristine standards for merchandising; stellar customer service; creative and dynamic marketing; knowledgeable recruitment of talent; clearly articulated company Vision/Values; and uplifting, courageous leadership skills.

Participants will learn that these outstanding attributes are available to any LBM dealer truly committed to the pursuit of excellence. Mediocrity Be Gone!

This keynote is well suited for executive or senior management retreats; multi-dealer EXPO events; industry Roundtable guest presentations; or as an inspiring jump- start for any organization’s splendid 2009 performance.

Don’t Toss in the Towel!

The LBM, Construction Supply and Home Center Industry is simply the most challenging sector of retail. The combined challenges of meeting customer demands, navigating the finances, balancing strategic planning with day to day operations, and the raw pace of the work can fatigue even the strongest leader.

“Don’t Toss in the Towel” clearly examines the scope of a leader’s duties and commitments, and experienced insight into the depth of those challenges is offered. Direct, meaningful actions are provided to help over-extended senior leaders rejuvenate and find balance in their lives.

This keynote is a refreshing, uplifting program best suited for senior management, executive teams and owners in needing a fresh start in 2009 and beyond!

The Executive Imperatives

There are no silver bullets in leadership practices that act as universal solutions for every situation and challenge that comes along.

Yet, there are critical core imperatives that senior LBM managers must understand and implement in order to skillfully manage the unique challenges of our demanding industry.

  • Clearly articulate your organization’s values, vision and mission
  • Recruit and retain high performing talent who will daily manifest your organization’s purpose
  • Build effective core systems that empower your talent to perform at peak levels, and uplift and encourage your players to achieve success.

Failure to master of any one of these Executive Imperatives guarantees escalating difficulties as a leader and insures the ultimate failure of your team.

“The Executive Imperatives” is the catalyzing, inspirational keynote event that will recharge the purpose, skill and determination of any professional organization’s leadership corps toward their pursuit of excellence! Suitable for Pro, retail and mixed dealer management teams at all levels, from Executive to Location & Sales Managers.

Help make your annual event a big success with the right keynote!

Contact Ken for a free keynote consultation to discuss your needs and goals.

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