Speaker Series

Rob's Bio

Rob developed an interest in the sales and management training industry when he realized the Sandler process aligned with his own beliefs and practices throughout his sales career.

His favorite part of working as an advisor to organizations and individuals is helping them discover their true potential by eliminating their “head trash” and self-imposed limitations. This mindset elevates individuals, teams, and entire organizations—driving long-term growth. As Rob often says, "A rising tide lifts all ships." This approach allows him to work with a wide range of companies to raise the bar and create lasting, sustainable change.

Rob's strength lies in his relatable experiences and “tell it like it is” advice, which have earned him a reputation that many aspire to. His specialties include:

  • Executing a Selling System
  • Implementing Sales Accountability Programs
  • Effective Prospecting Strategies
  • Leadership Development
  • Creating Sustainable Sales Culture Change

Rob earned his B.A. in Physics from Denison University in Ohio and built a successful career in Sales and Strategic Account Management. From working on oil rigs to leading manufacturing efforts for the Energy, Aerospace, and Defense industries, his career is as diverse as it is impressive. Despite a demanding professional life, he cherishes time with his family and friends, both in Texas and internationally.

Rob is also an avid outdoorsman and a strong supporter of Local, State, and National Parks.

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Why Salespeople Fail… And How to Fix It

This session begins with a brief overview of the traditional sales process, the traditional buying process, and why these models have remained the standard for decades (and still are). As we walk through this dynamic, we’ll discover who’s truly in control of the process—spoiler alert: it’s not the seller.

With this process exposed, we’ll learn how to break the cycle. Attendees will uncover strategies to:

  • Shorten the sales cycle
  • Qualify and disqualify more effectively
  • Stop giving unnecessary discounts
  • Secure firm commitments to next steps
  • Reach the true decision-makers
  • Overcome the most common challenges facing business owners and sales teams

This powerful and practical talk is designed to help salespeople, managers, and business leaders reframe their approach and achieve real, sustainable revenue growth.

Belanie has worked with thousands of small business owners, helping them shift from being stressed out and stuck in the daily grind to becoming smart, decisive, fearless, and successful business leaders.

Her clients have experienced massive growth—from increased sales and weekends off to reclaiming their lives!

Belanie is an Entrepreneurial Mindset Strategist and the founder of Live at Choice, LLC.

Her expertise has been showcased at top-tier organizations and media outlets, including:

  • Harvard Business School
  • PayPal
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Entrepreneur
  • Forbes
  • CBS, ABC, NBC, and Fox

About Warren

Warren is an experienced professional who has been collaborating with local businesses since completing his college education. With a proven track record, he has effectively expanded and managed large sales and marketing organizations across 9 different states.

Notably, he achieved remarkable success by overseeing a Peabody Award-winning NBC television station at the age of 39, as well as leading a multi-state advertising sales organization with revenues exceeding $100 million. He has been a featured speaker at conferences including:

  • World Missions as Business Conference in Dubai
  • DigiMarcon Houston

Passion and Purpose

Warren's true passion lies in supporting entrepreneurs and fostering teamwork and culture. Throughout his career, he has consistently propelled businesses to achieve significant growth, with average profit increases of 5–10x in their first years, and even higher multiples over time.

Currently, Warren serves as the owner and certified master coach of ActionCOACH Sugarland.

Life Beyond Business

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Warren cherishes his 30-plus-year marriage to his lovely wife Paula and takes pride in his two wonderful adult daughters.

He enjoys:

  • Music
  • Golf
  • Surfing
  • Travel
  • The occasional dive

He also shares his home and yard with a pack of decently-trained dogs, a couple of guinea pigs, and a parrot.

Discover why the best sales conversations don’t feel like speeches—they feel like reflections. In this session, Alan breaks down how to shift from “presenting” to truly connecting, using questions, active listening, and intentional communication to create a dialogue that resonates with prospects. You’ll learn how meeting people on their terms increases trust, uncovers real needs, and leads to more meaningful (and more profitable) outcomes.