About Me
I focus on building strong business relationships, a passion shaped by real-world experience and success. For over 20 years, I have served as SVP of Business Development & Partnerships at Asurion, a B2B vendor based in Nashville, where I helped the company grow from $100M to $8B in annual revenue. In this role, I have identified, built, and nurtured authentic, trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders across organizations of all sizes throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Strengthen Connections. Increase Trust. Drive Better Results.
Building strong business relationships is the single most important factor influencing sales performance, long-term client retention, and organizational growth. Yet many sales meeting agendas overlook the broader skills that help professionals connect with prospects, communicate with confidence, and build trust at every stage of the business development cycle. That’s where expert business relationship speakers for sales meetings make the difference.
Professionals today face intense competition, shifting client expectations, and overloaded communication channels. Whether your team works in wealth management, architecture, consulting, healthcare, or a nonprofit service environment, one skill remains universal: the ability to build meaningful, lasting business relationships. High-impact programs equip attendees with practical frameworks they can apply immediately, transforming sales conversations, strengthening partnerships, and improving cross-team collaboration.
RODNEY SCHLOSSER, a recognized authority in relationship-driven business development, leads these programs with proven, real-world expertise. Our sessions combine keynote-style storytelling with workshop-level depth, helping participants learn how to connect faster, stand out authentically, and build trust that drives ongoing business. Perfect for annual sales meetings, leadership institutes, conferences, and pre-show training, these programs create measurable, real-world outcomes your attendees can feel and use.
Workshops Designed for Sales Meetings & Corporate Events
High-performing organizations rely on more than product knowledge; they rely on people who know how to build relationships. Our business relationship workshops teach actionable strategies your team can use right away. Through interactive exercises, guided discussions, and real-world scenarios, participants learn how to communicate value, deepen rapport, and navigate conversations with greater confidence.
These sessions are ideal for corporations, professional service firms, and nonprofits looking to boost their sales meeting content.
Trade Association Programs That Engage & Equip Members
Associations need speakers who deliver real value. Our trade association speakers specialize in workshop-style sessions that energize members, improve networking outcomes, and strengthen industry-wide collaboration.
Programs can be tailored to conferences, annual meetings, institutes, or regional events. Attendees walk away with relationship-building tools they can apply immediately—helping associations increase member satisfaction and perceived program value.
Pre-Conference Exhibitor Training Workshops That Boost Engagement
Exhibitors often spend thousands preparing for a show, yet many never receive training on how to build relationships on the floor. Our exhibitor training workshops prepare teams to engage attendees, communicate clearly, and create memorable conversations that turn into real opportunities.
Sessions cover body language, booth engagement strategies, conversation openers, and trust-building skills that help exhibitors stand out in crowded halls. Ideal for trade shows, expos, and any event where face-to-face relationship building drives results.
Professional Development Speakers for Leadership, Teams & Client-Facing Roles
Organizations thrive when their people know how to connect. Our professional development speaker delivers content tailored to leadership programs, client-facing teams, and cross-functional groups.
Topics include trust building, communication styles, networking skills, and long-term relationship strategy, making this content a strong fit for professional service providers such as architecture firms, wealth management groups, legal practices, and consulting teams.
Book a Business Relationship Speaker for Your Sales Meeting
Give your attendees the tools they need to build stronger relationships, communicate with confidence, and drive meaningful business growth. To book Rodney for your next event or request speaker information, contact us and learn how he can improve your sales meeting results.
What My Clients Say
Charles Elk
VP/Government & Community Relations
Largest Electric Utility in the Southwest
“The workshop was time well spent. This is a very valuable program for leaders who need to build relationships with a variety of clients or partners.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does a business relationship speaker do?
A business relationship speaker teaches professionals how to build trust, communicate effectively, and strengthen client relationships through practical frameworks and real-world strategies.
2. Why is relationship-building important in sales meetings?
Relationship-building directly influences conversion rates, client retention, and long-term revenue. Sales professionals who build trust early tend to win more opportunities and maintain stronger customer loyalty.
3. What topics should a business relationship speaker cover?
Common topics include trust-building, communication styles, rapport development, storytelling in sales, networking skills, and strategies for navigating challenging client conversations.
4. Will the presentation be customized for our members?
Yes. Every keynote and workshop is tailored to your association. Rodney starts with a discovery call to understand member needs, challenges, and event goals, ensuring the content is fully customized and relevant.
5. Why should I work with Rodney Schlosser for business relationship training?
Rodney brings over 20 years of experience in business development, having helped grow organizations from $100M to multi-billion-dollar revenue. His expertise lies in building and nurturing trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders across diverse industries, giving teams practical, proven strategies to connect and succeed. Read on to learn more about Rodney.
Let’s discuss your Washington, DC event. Share your dates, audience profile, and goals, and we’ll recommend the keynote format that best fits your program and budget.
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