BOSS - Business Owner Summer Summit

Speaker Spotlight: Drew Harden – Building a Strong Company Culture ?? A thriving company culture isn’t just a perk—it’s the key to retaining top talent and driving business success! Join Drew Harden, CEO of Blue Compass, at BOSS 2025 as he shares powerful strategies to create a work environment where employees feel engaged, motivated, and excited to show up—every day of the week! ?Discover how to: ? Foster trust and alignment within your team ? Build a positive, high-energy workplace ? Retain top employees with a culture they don’t want to leave Don’t miss this game-changing session designed to help you strengthen your workforce and grow your business! BOSS 2025 – June 5-6 | ?? The Port on Lake Panorama Reserve your spot now: bossiowa.com #BOSS2025 #CompanyCulture #Leadership #EmployeeRetention #SmallBusinessSuccess

Networking is a powerful tool for business success, opening doors to new opportunities, strengthening credibility, and providing valuable insights from industry experts. At BOSS 2025, business owners will have the chance to connect, learn, and grow through structured networking sessions, social events, and speaker meet-and-greets, all designed to foster meaningful relationships. Whether it's during our networking lunch, happy hour at the Tiki Bar, or stay-and-play activities, attendees will engage with like-minded professionals, potential partners, and industry leaders who can help take their business to the next level. Join us on June 5-6 at The Port on Lake Panorama to expand your network and create lasting connections that drive success! #BOSS2025 #Networking #BusinessGrowth #Leadership

Networking is a powerful tool for business success, opening doors to new opportunities, strengthening credibility, and providing valuable insights from industry experts. At BOSS 2025, business owners will have the chance to connect, learn, and grow through structured networking sessions, social events, and speaker meet-and-greets, all designed to foster meaningful relationships. Whether it's during our networking lunch, happy hour at the Tiki Bar, or stay-and-play activities, attendees will engage with like-minded professionals, potential partners, and industry leaders who can help take their business to the next level. Join us on June 5-6 at The Port on Lake Panorama to expand your network and create lasting connections that drive success! #BOSS2025 #Networking #BusinessGrowth #Leadership

? Wednesday, March 6 – Schedule Sneak Peek ?? "What’s Happening at BOSS 2025?" ?? The Business Owner Summer Summit is packed with expert panels, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities to help small business owners tackle employee retention and business growth. View the full agenda and start planning your experience! ?? https://lnkd.in/gYNBxp9N #BOSS2025 #Leadership #EmployeeRetention

The Backbone of Rural Iowa: How Employee Retention Fuels Small-Town Business Success

?? Speaker Spotlight: Jamie Pollard Join Jamie Pollard, Iowa State Director of Athletics, as he shares insights on how retaining top athletes can translate into retaining top talent in your business. Don't miss this powerful keynote session! https://bossiowa.com/ #BOSS2025 #EmployeeRetention #Leadership

Yesterday, I shared how to RETAIN employees at a conference in Kansas City. Three takeaways that surprised the crowd ?????? ??) ???????? ???? ???????????????????????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ?? ???????????? ?????????????????? ?????????? - 79% of Americans who quit do so because they don't feel their efforts are acknowledged (O.C.Tanner). When a leader takes the time to recognize people's contributions, they’re blessing them with the encouragement they need to continue forward. Finding people doing things right is more important than finding people doing things wrong. ??) ?????????????????????????????????? ?????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????? ?????????????????? - There are five languages of appreciation (words of encouragement, tangible gifts, quality time, etc.). The best leaders find the most effective form for each team member and individualize their acknowledgment. Much, much more effective than global appreciation. ??) ???????????? ??????'?? ?????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????? ?? ?????????? ???? ???????????? - 94% of employees would stay longer at a company that invests in their personal or career development (Merritt Recruitment). Leaders must foster a culture of growth - and it isn’t just about promotions - it’s about understanding people's goals and aspirations and giving them opportunities to develop and improve. Thanks to the fine folks at Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) for the opportunity and the wonderful group of ag professionals who attended! As I sidenote, this was the first time my son Ethan had gotten to (was forced to?) see me speak. Thanks to him for the photos and support.

?? The Countdown is On! Join Us at BOSS 2025! The Business Owner Summer Summit is just a few months away! Get ready to learn from top industry experts, including keynote speakers Jamie Pollard, Drew Harden, and Lance Farrell. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, gain valuable insights, and build a thriving business. Secure your spot today! #BOSS2025 #Leadership #Networking

This Summer Summit sounds like a must. Seating is limited. More to come on how to get your ticket to an informative good time at Lake Panorama.