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Join us for our special "Meet N Greet" Friday night from 6p-8p at the Courtyard hotel! (Link below for the address) It's free and sure to be a great time. Meet the speakers, mingle with other attendees, and enjoy a laid back experience before the big conference.
Join us for our first-ever Business Growth Blueprint Conference as we pull together some of the leading industry experts in the field, from across the United States, for this one-day dynamic conference centered around growing your business and achieving your goals for only $149!
The Business Growth Blueprint Conference is a comprehensive 5-part series tailored for business professionals and entrepreneurs, featuring expert speakers who delve into various facets of business growth and marketing. Covering topics from Word of Mouth Marketing to personal branding on social media, each session is designed to provide attendees with a deep dive into different aspects of the modern business landscape. Participants can expect to gain a blend of marketing insights, business strategies, and practical tools, all aimed at enhancing their business performance and online influence, ultimately empowering them to make a significant impact in their
respective markets.
Proudly Sponsored by:
Bloom Growth: Your business grows when your people grow

- Explore a comprehensive 5-part series focusing on various aspects of marketing and business growth.
- Understand the evolving landscape of marketing and its transformative impact on businesses.
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- Gain access to practical tools designed to equip business professionals and entrepreneurs with actionable strategies.
- Learn hands-on techniques applicable to different facets of the modern business environment.

- Expect tangible results by implementing insights gathered from expert speakers.
- Understand how marketing strategies can lead to impactful outcomes for business growth.

- Delve into sessions addressing different dimensions of business enhancement.
- Acquire knowledge and strategies to strengthen your business foundation and overall performance.

- Master the spirit of Word of Mouth Marketing (WOMM) through H7 Business Networking methodology.
- Learn ethical and impactful WOMM strategies to enhance your business's organic reach.

- Explore effective monetization strategies for maximizing profitability.
- Understand how to leverage marketing insights to develop and implement successful monetization approaches.
Conference Schedule

9:00 AM Making Google Your Biggest Fan: Mastering Google for Business Success
Sharon Miller
This dynamic session, led by Sharon Miller, the renowned "Google Gal," and founder of eXtend Marketing Partners, is tailored to help businesses harness the full potential of Google's tools and algorithms for maximum growth and visibility. The session is structured to provide a deep dive into Google's framework, emphasizing how businesses can optimize their online presence to align with Google's expectations and algorithms.
Participants will leave the workshop with a solid grasp of how to effectively use Google's tools to optimize their online presence, ensuring their business stands out in the digital world. Sharon Miller’s expertise and insights make this workshop an invaluable experience for anyone looking to make Google a key ally in their business strategy.

10:00 AM Fundability Focus: Financial Strategies for a Strong Business Foundation
David Richardson
This session is designed to equip new business owners and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools necessary to establish a strong foundation, ensure fundability, and build a robust business credit profile. Richardson offers a holistic approach to building a successful business from the ground up. With a focus on foundational strength, fundability, and a robust credit profile, attendees will leave with practical strategies and actionable insights to propel their business forward. This comprehensive session is crucial for anyone looking to grow and scale their business effectively.

11:00 AM The Whisper Effect: Mastering the Art of WOM Marketing
Clay Hicks
This session is dedicated to exploring and understanding the dynamics of Word of Mouth (WOM) Marketing. Aimed at business professionals, entrepreneurs, and marketers, this session delves into the nuances of one of the most powerful and organic forms of marketing. Clay Hicks offers a unique opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of WOM Marketing, providing participants with the tools and knowledge to effectively implement WOM strategies in their businesses, ensuring ethical and impactful outcomes.

12:00 PM Lunch & Networking

1:00 PM The Marketing Mirror: Reflecting Your Business Identity
Mark Perone
This session focuses on unraveling the core essence of marketing in today's dynamic business environment. Titled "The Marketing Mirror: Reflecting Your Business Identity," the workshop aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of marketing's fundamental principles, evolving trends, and strategic significance in driving revenue. This session is not just about learning the basics of marketing; it's about rethinking how marketing is the tip of your business's spear and can be a powerful tool in driving sales in the modern business landscape. Participants will leave with not only theoretical knowledge but also practical tools and insights to apply in their respective fields.

2:00 PM Socialize & Monetize: A Guide to Powerful Personal Branding Online
Danny Delvecchio
This insightful session, titled "Building a Personal Brand on Social Media," is designed to guide participants through the process of establishing and monetizing a strong personal brand online. It begins with a compelling personal branding story, highlighting the universal benefits of personal branding across various industries, and progresses to detailed strategies for content and monetization. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of personal branding, learn effective content creation strategies (especially in video), and discover how to monetize their content to maximize their online influence and profitability. Delvecchio’s session is an essential guide for anyone looking to enhance their online presence and leverage their personal brand for business or career success.

3:00 PM Closing Remarks
Meet Our Speakers
Clay Hicks

Bio
Clay Hicks is an exceptional Word-Of-Mouth Marketing (WOMM) Specialist, honing his craft over more than 7,200 one-on-one interactions. His innovative Connect, Serve, and Ask(c) Method distills the chaos of business networking into five repeatable steps that lead to predictable networking results.
An accomplished author, speaker, and trainer in developing professional relationships, Clay leverages his extensive experience and unique approach to revolutionize the way business professionals connect, serve, and seek peer support on a global scale. His systems are meticulously crafted, continuously refined, and precisely delivered, ensuring unparalleled results and a lasting impact on the professional community.
Mark Perone

Mark E. Perone is a forward-thinking, people-oriented Business Solutions Architect and Author. Mark’s colleagues and clients appreciate his motivational attitude, accountability, and focus on the process to get things done. His 15 year career proves that personal optimism, professional empathy, and a willingness to collaborate is a recipe everyone can use to attain more.
David Richardson

David Richardson is a seasoned Business Growth Mentor with a passion for helping entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of building successful enterprises. With over two decades of experience in the business world, David has become a trusted advisor to numerous startups and small businesses, guiding them through the crucial early stages of development.
David Richardson's wealth of experience and practical insights make him a valuable asset for any entrepreneur looking to build a strong foundation and secure the necessary funds for their business.
Sharon Miller

Sharon Miller is a renowned expert in the world of Google Marketing and has witnessed firsthand the transformative role Google has played in helping businesses grow in searchability over the past 9 years. Her knowledge, expertise, and commitment to the world of Google have earned her global recognition as "TheGoogleGal.”
Miller founded eXtend Marketing Partners to help businesses unravel the ever-changing world of Google and use its power to help them grow. As an industry leader, Sharon also shares her knowledge through public speaking, consulting, and offering educational courses, and she is looking forward to many more years of helping businesses thrive.
Danny DelVecchio

Danny DeVecchio is a coach and the owner of a content creation company. His focus is helping solopreneurs and small business owners to monetize their personal brand online. By consistently posting authentic video content and capitalizing on it with a focused warm outreach approach, his clients have turned LinkedIn and other social channels into the primary revenue drivers for their businesses.