fied candidates and retains those hired following the onboarding process .
All dealers gathered for the State of the Power Trades Industry Panel , moderated by David Gee . Panelists included Glen Hubbard of Hubbard Powersports , Jan Plessner of Action Recruiting , Zach Hutcheson of Correct Craft and Jeff Husby of Water- Sports Central . The group discussed inventory , margins , staff retention , the increase of MSRPs , consumer expansion and whether 2025 will bring “ normalcy .”
On Wednesday , Dr . Elliot Eisenberg shared an energetic presentation about the U . S . economy and his optimistic outlook . While the U . S . business climate remains uncertain , the GDP is strong , inventories are leveling out ,
Economist and speaker Dr . Elliot Eisenberg
Sales expert Tom Shay ( right ) speaks with Power Week attendees . consumer spending has been robust , banks are lending and the quitting rate is lowering . Dr . Eisenberg ’ s presentation was filled with statistics that he explained in everyday language , reinforced with comic relief .
The keynote session was followed by the Women In The Power Trades Panel , moderated by Wanda Kenton Smith . Panelists included Vicki Norman of Digital Throttle , Nancy Cueroni of the National Marine Distributors Association and Outdoor Power Equipment and Engine Service Association and Montana Bolin of Hubbard Powersports . The panelists discussed gender challenges and general professional advice , mentorship and management strategies . Cueroni discussed the value of mentorship and encouraged dealers to implement a mentorship program within their dealerships to create a culture of development and increase employee satisfaction .
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