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Supporting Sponsors

Speakers

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Kyle Guenther

Morning Keynote: The Future of Outdoor Innovation 

Merchandising Vice President at Lowe’s Companies. 

Richie Parker

Champion’s Mindset: Overcoming Limits & Driving Success

Strategic leader with 18+ years of experience in operations management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across diverse sectors, including higher education, sports, and engineering. Proven success in supporting senior executives in decision-making, financial oversight, and organizational strategy. Passionate about driving results through effective communication, operational efficiency, and leadership development.

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Richie Parker

Champion’s Mindset: Overcoming Limits & Driving Success

Strategic leader with 18+ years of experience in operations management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across diverse sectors, including higher education, sports, and engineering. Proven success in supporting senior executives in decision-making, financial oversight, and organizational strategy. Passionate about driving results through effective communication, operational efficiency, and leadership development.

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Kevin Williams

Encouragement: Building a Stronger Hardware Community

Founder of Power Forward Leadership Development
25+ Years of experience working within Hardware and Home Improvement space.

Agenda

Wednesday, April 9

Exhibitor Set Up & Attendee travel day
TIME
AGENDA
9AM – 5PM
Exhibitor Setup Throughout The Day
5:30PM – 6:30PM
Creator Welcome Party (hosted by National Hardware Show & GroundTruth)
6:30PM – 8:30PM
Official Huddle Kickoff Party at Sip Whiskey and Wine Bar

Thursday, April 10

Exhibitor Set Up & Attendee travel day
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AGENDA
8:15 AM
Influencer shuttles from hotel to event.
9AM – 9:30AM
Breakfast
9:30AM – 10AM
Opening Ceremony and Key Note Speakers Sponsored by Clemson MBA
10AM – 12PM
Exhibits are open
12PM – 1PM
Lunch (sponsorship available)
1PM – 4PM
Exhibits are open
4PM – 5:30PM
Huddle Happy Hour Sponsored by Greenworks
6:30PM – 9PM
Hardie Awards and After Party Presented by Total Retail Group – Bourbon Sons band playing.

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