Speakers

Danny Cahill
Owner
Hobson Associates
Todd Bossler
Training and Support Manager
Top Echelon Software

Agenda

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Wednesday March 19
1:00 -3:15 PM
TE Recruit: Beginner to Novice Training
Join your fellow Top Echelon recruiters for a open bar, some hor dourves, and networking at the Bankers Alley - Hilton.  Make some new friends and pick from any of the local Nashville spots to dine.
 
 
There are so many restaurants in the area...
 
 
3:15 - 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 - 5:00 PM
TE Recruit: Advanced User Training
5:00 - 5:30 PM
Free Time
5:30 - 6:30 PM
Ice Breaker -Networking Event
Join your fellow Top Echelon recruiters for a open bar, some hor dourves, and networking at the Bankers Alley - Hilton.  Make some new friends and pick from any of the local Nashville spots to dine.
 
Thursday March 20
7:30- 8:30 AM
Breakfast Convention Check-In

Breakfast Entrees: Western Scrambled Eggs & Breakfast Quiche'

Meats: Sausage & Bacon

Sides: Idaho Breakfast Potatoes, Fresh Breakfast Pastries

Beverages: Chilled Fruit Juices, Coffee & Hot Tea

8:30 - 9:00 AM
Top Echelon Connect Kick-Off
Top Echelon President/CEO Mark Demaree welcomes you to TE Connect '25-Nashville where networking is done at its finest. Mark will give an review of what has happened over the last two years with the company, the software and what changes we have to look forward to; all for the best interest of you. Drea Codispoti, Network Director will then guide you through the TE Connect Events and help everyone understand how to maximize their networking efforts at the convention.
9:00 - 10:15 AM
According to Danny Volume I Danny Cahill
Description TBD
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Break
The Sheraton II room will be hosted from 9:00-11:00 AM and 1:00 -4:30 PM by a member of the Top Echelon Staff (either River Kale or Todd Bossler) to answer any of your support questions and needs regarding the software or making more placements in the Network. Kate Tack, Top Echelon' Lead Product Designer will be demonstrating some of the new designs and features in future updates as well as seeking your feedback on the software. Kate is collecting new ideas that drive her team to design the system that successfully runs your agency.
10:30- 11:30AM
Lightning Rounds Networking Session

Objective: To facilitate connections among over 20 recruiters through a fast-paced Lightning Rounds Networking session, where participants will engage in discussions on key industry topics, exchange insights, and begin to build valuable relationships enhancing recruiting strategies and learning new things from your peers.

Instructions: The first person who sat down at the table is the moderator. Be sure to give others a time to share.  Each person introduces themselves by stating their name.  Then start the discussion based on the topics listed for the round.
 
Each round is 20 minutes.
 
 
11:30 - 11:45 AM
Break
The purpose of the Lightning Rounds is to connect as many of the attendees together as possible and discuss a few key topics. In this legendary Networking session, you will meet upwards of 20 other recruiters and share ideas prompted by thoughtfully constructed questions.
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11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Maximizing Revenue with TE Network's Most Powerful Tools Todd Bossler
Unlock the full potential of TE Network's powerful tools in this essential session designed to boost your placements and revenue. Learn from experts how to effectively utilize the split placement network to increase your success rate. This session will provide you with practical demonstrations and insights into the most impactful features of TE Network, guiding you towards more efficient placements and greater financial rewards. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your recruiting capabilities and drive your business forward.
12:30 - 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Business-Building Discussion Groups Networking Session
Description: In this Networking Session, sit down with two separate selected groups of recruiters and discuss the topics that really matter and change the course of your business. This is an iron-sharpening-iron knowledge exchanging session where members unite to help one another's business. Conquer topics such as, planning for slow times, new sourcing tools and methods, and candidate and client psychologies. 

Objective: Discussion Group objectives are clear: to share ideas, solve problems, and strengthen your businesses. Work together to overcome obstacles, drive growth, and ensure the continued success of our recruiting businesses.  


Instructions: The first person who sat down at the table is the moderator.  Each person introduces themselves by stating their name.  The moderator can decide which of the following topics to start discussing.  Be sure to give others a time to share.

2:30- 2:45 PM
Break
2:45 - 3:45 PM
Harnessing the Power of Smart-TE: AI Tools in Top Echelon Todd Bossler
Join Top Echelon Software Legacy Geek Todd Bossler for an in-depth exploration of Smart-TE, the innovative new AI tools designed to enhance your recruiting processes. In this session, you'll learn how to leverage AI to create engaging job descriptions, and quickly find qualified candidates for your jobs, streamlining your search process. You'll also preview what's next for Smart-TE: creating personalized, eye-catching client and candidate emails with just a few clicks. Discover how these advanced tools can significantly boost your efficiency, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—connecting the right candidates with the right opportunities. Don't miss this chance to elevate your recruiting game with cutting-edge AI technology.
3:45 - 4:00 PM
Break
4:00 - 5:00 PM
According to Danny Volume II Danny Cahill
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Personal Time
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Nashville Style Gala Event
Mingle, Dine, Dance with everyone you met and celebrate a great day of learning and networking by blowing off some steam Nashville Style. Meal, Music, Dancing Included. More details to come soon.
Friday March 21
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Networking Breakfast

Entrees: Western Scrambled Eggs & French Toast Casserole

Meats: Sausage & Bacon

Sides: Idaho Breakfast Potatoes, Fresh Breakfast Pastries

Beverages: Chilled Fruit Juices, Coffee & Hot Tea


8:30 - 9:45 AM
According To Danny Volume III Danny Cahill
9:45 - 10:00 AM
Break
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Business Building Discussions (Recruiter / Agency Owner Focused) Networking
Agency Owners will engage in conversations that will help them drive their offices and recruiters to new levels of success. While Recruiters share their methods with one another so they become more valuable to their desk and agency.
10:45 - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
AI: A Practical Approach to Power Usage
We will close TE Connect - Canton -'24 with a new tradition that will go down in history, literally!
Closing Ceremonies
Closing Comments on TE Connect '25-Nashville

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