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Speakers

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.


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.

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 | |
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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
TIME | AGENDA | |
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8:30AM & 8:50AM | Shuttles from hotel to RingoFire
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9AM – 9:30AM | Breakfast
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9:30AM – 10AM | Opening Ceremony and Key Note Speakers Sponsored by Clemson MBA | |
10AM – 12PM | Exhibits are open
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12PM – 1PM | Lunch (sponsorship available) | |
1PM – 4PM | Exhibits are open | |
4PM – 5:30PM | Huddle Happy Hour (sponsorship available) | |
6:30PM – 9PM | Hardie Awards and After Party Presented by Total Retail Group |