Meeting details:
Zoom link here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8155657215?pwd=YTFJWU9XTFF3clhTQjh6b1JRejB2QT09&omn=84861024029
Meeting ID: 815 565 7215
Passcode: 5575124
Meeting Dates, Times & Agendas:
March 12, 2026
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Artificial Intelligence, the global talent shortage, leadership gaps as knowledge workers retire, along with the shifting value exchange between employers and employees is significantly impacting manufacturing and distribution organizations globally.
Priortizing employee value propositions, personal development and modernized leadership practices in today's organizational design is needed to remain competitive and to retain top talent.
Carl Kutsmode is the founder of B2B-VIP and has over 25+ years of experience recruiting and connecting senior leaders to their next big opportunity. He's going to join us this month for a powerful conversation on these 2 compelling topics:
- Manufacturing Industry executive hiring trends
- Recruiting and Job Search in an AI enabled world
This should be a fantastic conversation! We hope you can join us.
Carl Kutsmode LI profile - (36) Carl Kutsmode | LinkedIn
B2B-Vip website: https://b2b-vip.com
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We meet on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm!
We are also looking to create an In-Person event in the near future. More info as we create and cement the plans.
Membership will be tracked consistently to ensure that meaningful participation is possible. Troika participation is encouraged. Repeated requests for "no troika" is not consistent with the goals of the group.
Format: Pre-meeting networking begins at 11:30 AM. Meeting starts at 12:00PM CT SHARP.
- Host, Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader & EC Member Introductions.
- A brief presentation regarding the topic of the day. Topics will vary but will include variously:
* Break-out sessions to discuss the applicability of the topic to your specific distributor and manufacturer clients.
* Panel discussions with CDAM Group members and outside contributors as well.
* Member spotlights.
This is your opportunity to become familiar with the areas of expertise of your fellow attendees as well as pick up insights on how and when collaboration is possible.
- Thank you’s and testimonials geared toward each other and our Distribution and Manufacturing clients. Describe the nature of the client business and how you and your colleague successfully contributed.
- Brief introductions for those who have not yet introduced their practice area.
- Post-meeting social for 10 minutes
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Troika assignments will be distributed via email after each meeting.
Zoom link here:
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Meeting ID: 815 565 7215
Passcode: 5575124
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