Leadership Trainer, Former General Sales Manager, Expert Advisor

Illinois, USA
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Merit S. Gest Biography

Merit S. Gest's extensive leadership training emphasizes behaviors, attitudes, and techniques that empower others to surpass self-limiting beliefs and attain their professional and personal objectives.

Among her accomplishments, Gest has notable experiences such as backpacking around the world solo for a full year, serving as the youngest General Sales Manager in the Chicago radio market, and earning multiple gold awards in Sandler's national organization at a young age. Recently, her contributions to the field and active participation in various professional forums have further solidified her reputation. Gest has been featured in "Selling Power Magazine" as an expert advisor and continues to engage with multiple associations and professional organizations nationwide. Her unique blend of humor, storytelling, coaching, and interactive participatory talks makes her workshops particularly beneficial.

Gest is not only a graduate of Michigan State University but also an active participant in the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Women Business Owners Advisory Board, TEC Associates, The Alternative Board, and the National Speakers Association. Currently, she is working on books focused on extracting lessons from unexpected life experiences and the importance of appreciation in daily life, illustrating her capacity to intertwine personal experiences with professional insights.

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  • What topics does Merit S. Gest speak about?

    Merit S. Gest is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Sales
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Merit S. Gest is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Merit S. Gest for your event is available upon request. Merit S. Gest generally travels from IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lizzie Williamson, Helaine Knapp, Jennifer Witz, Durana Elmi and Elizabeth Andrew. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Merit S. Gest for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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