NSCA Business & Leadership Conference Attendees Discuss Strategies

Apr 9, 2010 12:00 PM

Attendees of NSCA’s 2010 Business & Leadership Conference, Feb. 25-27 in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., received solutions to current challenges created by the economy—such as backlogs, cash flow, and rehiring of employees—during an optimistic event that included discussions on emerging technologies and applications that will positively affect the entire industry.

Participants represented security and life safety, lighting and design, AV, and other systems integration and contracting companies, indicating the industry’s growth in recent years. Many discussed their tough business decisions and shared the tactics they used to overcome difficulties and remain viable in the industry. Others said they were researching new markets and opportunities through publicly funded jobs. These are all signs of a recovering industry and economy, and positive changes to come.

Related Links

Your Network
Our industry is ideal for networking because it is small enough to ensure that interpersonal connections can truly translate into action; self-improvement can serve as both a networking endeavor and an upgrade to your business....

“As a first-time attendee, I wanted to get some new ideas for running our business and departments more effectively,” says Samantha Falbe, president of Intelligent Lighting Creations. “I took away best business practices from leaders who have lead companies larger than mine. Their insights and recommendations are priceless, and I look forward to implementing some of them.”

For more information, visit www.nsca.org/blc or call (800) 446-6722.