The narrative is everywhere: AI and automation are reshaping the sales landscape, leaving human sellers scrambling to prove their worth. But here’s the truth — they’re wrong. No matter how advanced the technology is, the irreplaceable value of humans will define the future of B2B sales. In this high-energy opening keynote, you’ll see exactly why human connection isn’t just relevant — it’s your most critical competitive advantage. Tim Riesterer, co-author of “Conversations that Win the Complex Sale,” “The Three Value Conversations,” and “The Expansion Sale” will reveal the science and strategies behind what truly drives buyer decisions in today’s complex, high-stakes environment. Spoiler alert: It’s not AI. It’s you. It’s your ability to create value-affirming, confidence-building buyer experiences that no machine can replicate. This is your call as leaders to charge into a future where technology is the tool, but humans remain the irreplaceable advantage.

The future of business belongs to those who lead with purpose. Are you ready to own it?

As AI and automation redefine business models, a new era of strategic leadership is emerging. Purpose isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a business imperative, and those who integrate it effectively will drive the next wave of innovation and success. Join the discussion with Shari Slate and SAMA President & CEO Gordon Galzerano to uncover how strategic account managers (SAMs) are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation and evolve into 'chief purpose officers' who align company purpose with customer success.

In the world of strategic account management, we are constantly juggling roles and responsibilities, under pressure, problem solving, but also being innovative, collaborative and proactive about strategically nurturing our most important relationships. Former engineer, juggler and keynote speaker Jen Slaw knows that so much about juggling (throwing and catching) is being open to receive, which is also how you transform culture and relationships.

This will not be a typical keynote. Jen will showcase juggling, then it is your turn to have a ball (or three)! You will learn Jen’s signature B.A.L.L. framework, learn juggling exercises, all while having fun and moving and reveal strategies to better juggle their responsibilities, create more positive work cultures and embrace change and growth, transforming obstacles into opportunities. All while having fun together since play is one of the best tools to cultivate connection and creativity!

Jen has been the Late Show with David Letterman, Good Day Philadelphia, Huffington Post Live and the Food Network, presented at TEDx, won the International Jugglers’ Association’s Award for creativity, and has been called an “expert juggler” by the New York Times. She now gets to share lessons learned from over 20 years of juggling life in her keynotes for top companies and empower her audiences with tools to become more effective jugglers in their own lives and work!