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Y o u r L A S V E G A S

Recap: Video

Is Now Available!

miss any of the action in las vegas? Want to relive it? Here’s a synopsis of every
session that was offered! feel free to watch the video of each presentation—they’re

now available on Your SGI hUb!

our Las Vegas Expo came to a rousing conclusion just a few you at Expo. It’s deeply emotional, yet uplifting. We hope that
Yweeks ago—it was an incredible event full of new informa- you watch John’s story again and share it with your team.
tion and insight to help you build even greater success in your
business. Below, enjoy a brief synopsis of each session—and if SGI StAtE Of thE UNION
you see something that strikes your eye, watch the video of the Your Success Group International team was thrilled to share
presentation! It’s now available on Your SGI HUB. Simply click with you what’s been transpiring within your organization over
on “EVENTS” and then “SGI EXPO.” You’ll be right there! the last six months. Rebecca Cassel explained that SGI contin-
Although watching the sessions will certainly be helpful, noth- ues to grow larger and stronger. More than 200 contractors
ing can replace the experience Expo provides. That’s why you’re joined the organization in 2016, and we expect to surpass that
urged make plans to join us at your next Expo in Orlando, Flor- number in 2017. Furthermore, more members than ever are
ida, October 25 to 27! Expos are something that are best expe- getting involved, opening their doors to trainings and tours,
rienced—not watched. Being in the meeting rooms and around and we have incredibly strong Executive Advisory Boards pro-
other contractors is the best and fastest way to become successful. viding great input.
In the meantime, here’s a detailed breakdown on what trans-
pired in Las Vegas: Rebecca explained that SGI is currently on-target with our
organizational growth goals. Learning Alliance has become
“LIVE INSPIREd”: GUESt SPEAkER: well-established, and ServiceLine is gaining traction. The next
jOhN O’LEARY big step is the launch of your new vendor buying group, SGI
At age nine, a fire exploded and burned 100% of John O’Leary’s Partner Network, which officially opens for business on July 1st.
body. Given a 1% chance to live, he fought extraordinary odds In the meantime, please, continue reporting your purchases to
and won. His recuperation process required five months in the BuyMax. In the next two months, you will see more information
hospital. John underwent dozens of surgeries, lost all his fin- about your SGI Partner Network and how to prepare for the
gers to amputation, and had to relearn to walk, write, and feed transition.
himself. Lastly, SGI announced a new charitable mission, and we hope
John’s journey of overcoming this extreme trial, had most- you choose to participate. SGI is working with the Folds of
ly been kept private. Then, in 2007, his parents showcased the Honor charity to Stand with Honor. Those members interested
story in their book, Overwhelming Odds, which they wrote as a have elected to raise $5,000 each to help fund scholarships for
thank-you to the family and friends who supported them. This children of fallen soldiers. This is an incredible program, and
book resulted in organizations around the world requesting to for more information, please reach out to your Client Success
hear first-hand how John defied the odds. Manager or watch the
To meet the growing requests and recognizing his calling Expo video.
to be an agent of inspirational liv-
ing and overcoming adversity, John
began professionally speaking in
2008. He shared his message with

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