ASI Power Summit San Diego 2024

October 13-15, 2024
Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, CA

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About

Experience the ASI® Power Summit: a 3-day immersion into networking, education and innovation. Connect with industry leaders and shape the future of our industry. Here's what awaits you:

  • Connect and Collaborate: Build strategic relationships for business growth.
  • Unlock Insights: Gain insightful perspectives.
  • Be Inspired: Hear from captivating keynote speakers.
  • Stay Ahead: Explore the latest tech trends and innovations.
  • Elevate Your Success: Learn what it takes to get to the next level.

Agenda

Day 1: Sunday, October 13

Noon - 5 p.m.

Onsite Registration Open (Loggia)

5:15 p.m.

Group Photo

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Welcome Networking Reception (Aragon Lawn)

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Welcome Dinner (Aragon Lawn)

Day 2: Monday, October 14

7:30 a.m.

Breakfast (Aragon Lawn)

8:15 a.m.

Welcome remarks from ASI President & CEO Tim Andrews (Aragon Ballroom)

8:20 a.m.

Keynote: Meeting the Moment
An exclusive Town Hall interview with Democratic Political Strategist Donna Brazile and former Republican Congressman & Presidential Candidate Will Hurd

9 - 10:30 a.m.

Morning Sessions

  • Conflicting Financial Indicators & Rising Interest Rates: How to Plan for 2025 in an Unpredictable Economy
    (Speaker: Economist Mary Kelly, PhD, CEO of Productive Leaders; Moderator: Andy Cohen, ASI)
  • By the Numbers: Exclusive Demographic-Driven End-Buyer Data
    (Speakers: Michele Bell, ASI; Nate Kucsma, ASI)
  • Straight Talk: Promo Buyers Representing Boomers, Gen X, Millennials & Gen Z
    (Panelists: Yvette Duncan, Bravado/Universal Music Group; Ian Garrison, WWE Corp.; GG Gleason, Buyers Edge Platform; Moderator: Chris Ruvo, ASI)
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.

Coffee Break

10:45 a.m.

Networking Activity – Business Challenge Cards

11 a.m. - Noon

Mid-Morning Sessions

  • Tech Crunch: Cutting-Edge AI Advancements That Will Impact Your Business Over the Next 3 Years
    (Speaker: Isar Meitis, CEO of Multiplai)
  • Building a Deep Bench: Making Staff Succession Planning a Top Priority Now
    A Q&A with Jeff Butler, CEO of TrinityFix, & Stephanie Cohn Schaeffer, Vice President of ASI
Noon

Lunch (Aragon Lawn)

1 - 2:30 p.m.

Afternoon Sessions

  • Creating Sticky Marketing: Trends, Strategies & Success Stories
    (Speaker: Les Kollegian, CEO & Chief Creative Officer of Jacob Tyler Brand + Digital Agency; Moderator: Jake Krolick, ASI)
  • Panel Discussion: The 5 Most Pressing Issues Facing Distributors & Suppliers – and How To Solve Them
    (Panelists: Mary Dobsch, The Chest; Mitch Freed, Genumark; Jamie Mair, Capsule & Kitsch; Moderator: CJ Mittica, ASI)
  • Wrap-Up: Team Building Exercise
6 - 7 p.m.

Counselor Power 50 Cocktail Reception (Bernardo Patio)

7 - 9:30 p.m.

Counselor Power 50 Dinner (Bernardo Ballroom)

Day 3: Tuesday, October 15

8 a.m.

Breakfast (Aragon Lawn)

9 a.m.

Industry Hot Topic: Apparel Consolidation in the Marketplace
A Q&A with S&S Activewear CEO Frank Myers and ASI President & CEO Tim Andrews

9:30 a.m.

Lessons Learned by the Industry’s Top Leaders
(Panelists: Sandy Gonzalez, MadeToOrder; Samantha Kates, Spector & Co.; Jo-an Lantz, Geiger; Dave Sarro, Promo Direct; Moderator: Matthew Cohn, ASI)

10 a.m.

International Expansion: Why It’s Time To Explore Global Partnerships
(Panelists: Debbie Abergel, Nadel; Carleen Gray, GroupeSTAHL; Heather Smartt, Goldstar; Moderator: Michele Bell, ASI)

10:30 a.m.

Motivational Speaker: Michael Hingson, CEO of The Hingson Group
Finding Your Fortitude: How to Survive & Thrive in the Face of Unimaginable Challenges

11:15 a.m.

Group Charity Initiative/Networking Event

11:45 a.m.

Farewell remarks from ASI President & CEO Tim Andrews
(Grab & Go lunches will be available)

Subject to change.

Testimonials

“I always look forward to attending the Power Summit. The timing is perfect, as we are putting the finishing touches on our business plans and budget for the following year. Each year, I leave with one idea or piece of information that I can incorporate into our plans. There are multiple opportunities to network, reacquaint with dear friends, as well as meet someone new.”

Jo-an Lantz, Geiger (asi/202900)

Speakers

Donna Brazile

Donna Brazile
Democratic Political Strategist, Author & Chair of Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board

Will Hurd

Will Hurd
Former Republican U.S. House Representative, CIA Officer & AI Expert

Mary Kelly, Ph.D.

Mary Kelly, Ph.D.
Economist, Retired Navy Commander & CEO of Productive Leaders

Jeff Butler

Jeff Butler
CEO of TrinityFix

Les Kollegian

Les Kollegian
CEO & Chief Creative Officer of Jacob Tyler Brand + Digital Agency

Jo-an Lantz

Jo-an Lantz
President/CEO of Counselor Top 40 Distributor Geiger (asi/202900)

Isar Meitis

Isar Meitis
CEO of Multiplai

Mitch Freed

Mitch Freed
CEO of Counselor Top 40 Distributor Genumark (asi/204588)

Carleen Gray

Carleen Gray
CEO of GroupeSTAHL (asi/88984)

Frank Myers

Frank Myers
CEO of Counselor Top 40 Supplier S&S Activewear (asi/84358)

Samantha Kates

Samantha Kates
President of Counselor Top 40 Supplier Spector & Co. (asi/88660)

Heather Smartt

Heather Smartt
Global Head of Counselor Top 40 Supplier Goldstar (asi/73295)

Jamie Mair

Jamie Mair
CEO/Owner of Capsule & Kitsch (asi/157354)

Dave Sarro

Dave Sarro
Founder/CEO of Promo Direct (asi/300477)

Sandy Gonzalez

Sandy Gonzalez
CEO of MadeToOrder (asi/259540)

Mary Dobsch

Mary Dobsch
President of The Chest (asi/44830)

Ian Garrison

Ian Garrison
Sr. Director of Product Development & Buying, WWE

Yvette Duncan

Yvette Duncan
Director of Production & Product Development, BRAVADO

GG Gleason

GG Gleason
Brand Marketing Manager,
Buyers Edge Platform

Debbie Abergel

Debbie Abergel
Chief Strategy Officer of Counselor Top 40 Distributor Nadel (asi/279600)

Michael Hingson

Michael Hingson
Best-Selling Author & CEO of the Michael Hingson Group

Gallery

Here are some photos from a previous ASI Power Summit.

Venue

Rancho Bernardo Inn
17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive
San Diego, CA 92128

(855) 574-5356

Registrants are required to manage their own hotel reservations. Rates are $319/night plus state & local taxes/fees.

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FAQ

The ASI Power Summit kicks off at 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 13 and concludes at noon on Tuesday, October 15.
We warmly welcome professionals within the promotional products industry.
Your registration fee includes all education sessions, meals and drinks for the duration of the event. Register now.
Your hotel and flight accommodations are not included in your registration fee. The precontracted rate at the Rancho Bernardo Inn is $319/night.
All cancellations must be received in writing no later than August 29, 2024. Attendees whose cancellation is received after this deadline will be liable for the full registration fee. Attendees may substitute another team member from their company in their place.