News

February 9, 2010

New Regional Vice President Leads Florida Expansion

Mary Kay Liston of Bradenton, Florida, has been appointed regional vice president of Sales Innovation, responsible for leading the Program for Sales and Business Development Innovations in partnership with the University of Florida Leadership Development Institute.

“Mary Kay is a very energetic, goal-oriented person who will be a great asset to Sales Innovation,” said Kathy Apanowitch, executive vice president, business development, who added, “she excels at coaching and leading others to new levels of business development - it's a core strength for her.”

Over her career, Mary Kay has held executive positions in sales and sales training at a variety of corporations and franchises, including a national direct marketing firm and cable television stations in California and Florida. She holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and is a candidate for Certified Franchise Executive (CFE).

“Our vision of the future with Mary Kay is to grow the Florida market and add four regional consultants in Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Fort Lauderdale/Miami who will report directly to her,” Kathy said.

See Mary Kay's bio on the About Us page for details about her 20 years of experience in sales, sales management, and sales training.

December 9, 2009

Leadership Team Welcomes Seasoned Executive

Jay Moniello, Chief Executive Officer, is very excited to announce that Frank E. Hall has joined the leadership team as Ombudsman.

Previously, Frank and Jay worked closely together for 20 years at The Mathog and Moniello Companies, where Frank was executive vice president in charge of the company’s Technology, Human Resources, and specialized operational functions. Frank also served on the board of directors. When Webster Insurance, a subsidiary of Webster Bank, acquired Mathog & Moniello, Frank was asked to remain on the leadership team during the transition. He retired from Webster Insurance in 2008.

"Frank brings a work ethic that is second to none,” said Jay. In explaining what an Ombudsman does, he said Frank looks out for the best interests of everyone inside and outside Sales Innovation. He streamlines client deliverables and tailors solutions to the needs of all of our stakeholders including clients, employees, university partners and vendors.

"Through his diligent efforts, our employees will continue to work with state-of-the-art technology. Our clients will have better educational and business development tools to support their companies and sales goals. With Frank on our team, Sales Innovation is assured of staying on the leading edge in technology for many years to come,” said Jay.

See Frank's bio on the About Us page for details about his previous experience and role at Sales Innovation.

October 7, 2009

Coach Dixon on Leading a Winning Team

More than 90 business leaders from diverse industries such as manufacturing, energy, health care, technology, professional services, financial services, and banking, were treated to breakfast and insights on leadership from the winningest coach in the history of the Big East Conference, Pitt Head Men's Basketball Coach Jamie Dixon.

The breakfast, hosted by the Pitt Business Center for Executive Education, served to launch the center's newest portfolio of offerings and partnership with Sales Innovation, LLC. 

Read more about this event.

September 10, 2009

Coach Jamie Dixon to Announce the Program for Sales Innovation

Jamie Dixon, head coach of the University of Pittsburgh Men's Basketball team to announce the new Program for Sales Innovation at a special invitation only breakfast on October 7th.

Pittsburgh area CEOs and Managing Partners have much in common with Jamie Dixon. As leaders of a team, they are constantly looking for ways to improve the performance of each individual player and the team as a
whole. Whether it is selecting the right talent, developing skills, analyzing the competition’s strengths and weaknesses, or executing a strategy against the opponent – it all takes discipline and a commitment to continuous improvement.

On October 7th, business leaders will have a chance to meet Coach Dixon as he helps the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, Center of Executive Education to introduce the Program for Sales Innovation and a new portfolio of resources.  They will hear Coach Dixon’s leadership philosophy and strategies and leave inspired to lead their own team to a winning season.