CASN has brought together coaches and consultants who are experts in their fields to provide information, guidance and support for individuals at any stage of their professional or personal life.
Dick Read
The 8 Most Important Things You Should Know About Dick Read…
1) 1989 left successful 13 year corporate career to pursue a passion for entrepreneurship.
2) Led a Midwest Scuba Retail Store, selling products, teaching classes, and guiding trips. Took store from number two in Fort Wayne to Number One with respect to market share, increasing gross revenues over 300%.
3) Acquired a struggling outdoor adventure store that had year on year declining sales. In 2 short years successfully achieved in excess of 200% growth and achieved strong profitaility. Store was sold after 6 years of ownership with over a 280% cash-on-cash return.
4) Successfully orchestrated 4 separate Real Estate investment transactions that realized return of 866% to 10,000% on monies invested.
5) International certified trainer, motivator, and professional speaker. Hand-picked by Rich Dad Advisor™ Blair Singer to train and mentor groups of over 700+ business owners, creating business growth and driving results across North America.
6) Building a successful SalesPartners mentoring firm in Northern Indiana (www.salespartnersindiana.com ). Coached business owners with results like a 70% year on year increase to well over 129% growth annually. Expanded client sales from 11 to over 22 million in sales… and that was with just one of his many successful clients.
7) Education, certifications, accreditations:
1976 – Purdue University, Degree in Engineering
1999 – U.S. Coast Guard, Captain’s License
2003 – Peak Potentials Training, Certified Trainer
2005 -2009 – SalesPartners Worldwide, Certified Franchisee Training Program
8) Happily married to Barbara, his wife of 34 years, with whom he raised 4 children: Beth, Matt, Jason, and Katie. And this year was blessed with two grandchildren, John and Lyla. He reads titles on business, self improvement, and spirituality. Enjoys running, scuba diving, hiking, and canoeing. Owns 1 pet, a Siberian Husky.
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Jim Mathews – Social Media Coach
Soon to be one of the leading authorities in his field social marketing. Jim graduated ITT, Indianapolis in 2003 where he attained his degree in Multimedia and became a member Siggraph; Special Interest Group on Graphics and Interactive Techniques. He then went on to achieve his Bachelors in Science Degree in Management Information Systems and, a Masters of Business Administration at Indiana Institute of Technology. Previous to college, Jim served a 20 year military commitment with the US Marine Corps and US Air Force Reserve in the field of Aviation. Jim is happily married with three brilliant children. Jim has had a passion for business since high school where he was a four year member of Junior Achievement. He is deeply committed in studying the best methods of e-commerce and the practical uses of social media on the internet. His hobbies are music, skating, and travel. Visit www.theknightsurfer.com for more information.
Cathy Patton
Cathy Patton founded the Coaching Achievement and Success Network to meet the needs of small business owners looking for resources to solve problems and make their businesses more successful. Her idea was to make professional and expert resource people available to entrepreneurs on a regular, affordable basis.
Patton brings over 15 years experience to her clients as a Customer Service and Accountability Consultant. She specializes in training and motivation strategies to improve employee and customer retention. Patton has developed a unique goal and accountability program specifically designed to keep busy professionals on a forward path moving their businesses to the next level.
Patton is available for speaking engagements, to present workshops and for individual consultation and coaching.
Elaine Whitesides
