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Owner Red Zone Marketing, Author Maribeth Kuzmeski PhD Owner Red Zone Marketing, Author Dr. Maribeth Kuzmeski is President of the consulting firm, Red Zone Marketing. Maribeth and her firm personally consult with some of the nation’s top financial professionals managing from $300 million to over $1 billion in client assets. Maribeth got her start as the 5th client in her firm happened to be a financial advisor. This advisor had $10 million in money under management that Maribeth helped grow into $200 million in under 5 years through niche-based marketing strategies. Today, Red Zone Marketing is fully focused on the financial services industry. Maribeth has written 9 books including the bestseller The Connectors . She is an international keynote speaker rated as a Top 25 C-Suite Speaker by Meetings & Conventions Magazine, has spoken at The Million Dollar Round Table, and has been a regular presenter at Barron’s Top Producer conferences. She is also an award-winning professor of marketing at Oklahoma State University. Maribeth has a bachelor’s degree from the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, an MBA from The George Washington University, and a PhD in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University. When not working, Maribeth and her husband of 30 years are likely at a sporting event, golfing or with their two (somewhat) adult children. Previous Speaker Go back to Speaker Network Next Speaker

Andrea Bullard & Company Andrea Bullard Andrea Bullard & Company Andrea Bullard is a renowned expert in business development and a leading coach for high-performance teams in the financial industry. With her guidance, she has empowered numerous individuals to scale their businesses to remarkable levels, achieving multiple six and seven-figure success while reclaiming precious time and enjoying peace of mind. In the October/November 2021 issue, Forbes magazine recognized the top 250 advisors in the life insurance industry, and Andrea's impact was evident. She coached and mentored 25 individuals from this esteemed group, including three within the top 10. Andrea's pioneering work extends to her publications. Her first book, The Turn-Key Office System, served as a transformative blueprint that revolutionized the industry's approach to business operations. In 2021, she unveiled her third book, Turn-Key Secrets , which swiftly ascended to International Best Seller status on Amazon across five distinct financial categories. Andrea's overarching mission is to inspire you to dream bigger while constructing a “raving fans” business supported by a high performing “A” team. Her proven approach generates more new clients, increased financial success, profound peace of mind, and the cherished gift of time freedom. Previous Speaker Go back to Speaker Network Next Speaker

Chicago, Illinois  – Hoopis Performance Network (HPN), a global leader in learning and development in financial services, recently announced a strategic partnership with Leadercast, a premier provider of world-class leadership live experiences and digital learning content. This collaboration aims to empower members of financial services organizations by providing access to the top experts in leadership development in the world. Some of the thought leaders featured include John Maxwell, Seth Godin, Gayle King, Patrick Lencioni, Randi Zukerberg, Emmit Smith and hundreds more.   By combining HPN’s proven expertise in delivering results-driven performance improvement solutions with Leadercast’s cutting-edge leadership insights and tools, the partnership is set to revolutionize how organizations in financial services approach leadership development in today’s ever-changing world. Gartner's latest report on “The Top 5 HR Trends and Priorities that Matter Most in 2025,” highlights for the third consecutive year, leadership and management development remains the top priority for HR leaders. Despite this emphasis, 64% of HR leaders express concerns that their current leadership development programs are insufficient in preparing leaders for future challenges. This gap suggests a pressing need for more effective and forward-looking leadership development initiatives. https://www.gartner.com/en/human-resources/trends/top-priorities-for-hr-leaders   According to President of HPN Joey Davenport, “In today’s business environment, developing leadership power skills expands far beyond traditional management development. It’s become critical for organizations to also equip their employees, advisors and their teams with leadership power skills to unlock higher levels of productivity and engagement.” The HPN Leadercast content library is designed to equip individuals and teams with important skills such as Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Time Management, Managing People and more. The library includes access to 1,200 microlearning videos, focused courses, lunch & learn sessions and meeting starters. “We couldn’t be more excited about our partnership with HPN and expanding Leadercast’s impact in financial services,” said Brian President of Leadercast. “This partnership will redefine leadership development in the financial services space.”  About Hoopis Performance Network Hoopis Performance Network is a trusted leader in professional development, delivering training and consulting solutions to organizations worldwide. With a focus on empowering leaders, enhancing team performance, and driving sustainable growth, HPN provides cutting-edge tools and strategies for success. About Leadercast Leadercast is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations by providing access to world-class leadership content. Through engaging video resources, live events, and on-demand tools, Leadercast inspires leaders to make a lasting impact. For more information, visit https://now.leadercast.com/ Media Contact:   Grace Egan Operations Manager, Hoopis Performance Network (847) 977-2632 Info@hoopis.com

Chicago, Illinois — Hoopis Performance Network (HPN), a leader in financial services learning solutions, is expanding its decade-long partnership with LIMRA, a global authority in research and professional development. This expansion will add EDGE: The Leader’s Journey  to LIMRA’s suite of leadership development solutions for member companies in the U.S. and Canada. EDGE: The Leader’s Journey  is a leadership development platform designed to support managers at every stage : Emerging, Developing, Growing, and Excelling. It focuses on core leadership competencies, including: Recruiting & Selection Coaching & Accountability Organizational Development Leadership Mindset & Growth The platform provides access to top financial services leaders and features: Interactive modules On-demand video training Actionable tools, including systems assessments “Identifying leadership talent and equipping those individuals with the tools to become successful leaders is a critical component to ensuring organizations thrive well into the future,” says Harry Hoopis, CEO of HPN. “With the huge success of our collaboration with LIMRA on Trustworthy Selling, and now expanding our partnership by LIMRA adding HPN’s EDGE as a leadership solution to their member companies,  we’re positioned to become the premiere skill development resource for both advisor and leadership development in financial services .” Research from Harvard Business Publishing’s 2024 Global Leadership Development Study  highlights four key areas essential for leadership success: Widening Skill Sets to address evolving industry needs Challenging Existing Paradigms to foster innovation Managing Paradoxes in complex decision-making Unlocking Individual Potential for long-term growth EDGE: The Leader’s Journey  is built around these principles, helping financial leaders develop the skills needed to succeed in a changing industry .   About Hoopis Performance Network  Hoopis Performance Network provides innovative learning solutions for financial professionals worldwide. With a focus on blending digital learning tools and proven methodologies, HPN empowers individuals and organizations to achieve peak performance. About LIMRA  LIMRA is a leading global research and professional development organization serving the insurance and financial services industries. For over 100 years, LIMRA has been dedicated to advancing the success of its member companies through research, learning programs, and industry insights. Media Contact: Grace Egan Operations Manager, Hoopis Performance Network (847) 977-2632 Info@hoopis.com

We are thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership between Hoopis Performance Network (HPN) and NAIFA, a groundbreaking collaboration that introduces HPN and LIMRA’s flagship Trustworthy Selling SkillSet program to NAIFA members. This marks a pivotal shift in the financial services industry, as the program—previously available only to large enterprises—will now empower individual advisors within NAIFA to elevate their client relationships, boost productivity, and uphold the highest ethical standards. With over 30,000 graduates and a proven 25% productivity increase, Trustworthy Selling SkillSet is a transformative tool for advisors looking to grow their practices and meet evolving client needs. Through this partnership, we aim to equip NAIFA members with the skills to build trust, enhance client engagement, and achieve long-term success, reinforcing our commitment to enhancing advisor capabilities across the financial services landscape. We are excited about the positive impact this partnership will have on NAIFA professionals and look forward to supporting their continued growth and success. About Hoopis Performance Network (HPN) For more than a decade, Hoopis Performance Network has been a global leader in providing digital sales and leadership development learning solutions. HPN’s digital resources are designed to increase productivity and retention. In addition, they are scalable and customizable, depending on your organization’s virtual learning and development needs. Visit HPN at www.hoopis.com .