Sales Kickoff (SKO) 2026 is accepting registration for what it calls a high-energy, high-impact business experience usually reserved for large corporations but designed specifically for small businesses, sales teams, entrepreneurs and professionals.
The 1-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 event at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, Bettendorf, was created to equip local business professionals with authentic stories, proven strategies, and creative selling techniques they can use immediately, organizers said in a news release. For full event details and registration, visit: www.sko2026.com. Ticket prices start at $159.
In just one afternoon, attendees will gain the motivation, confidence, and practical blueprints needed to dominate their industry in 2026, SKO 2026 said in the release.
“This is not recycled content or theoretical training,” organizers added. “SKO 2026 is focused on practical, income-generating strategies that attendees can put to work the very next day.”
The event will be facilitated by internationally recognized emcee Rob Ferre. It will feature insights from nationally known speaker and small business owner Dustin James along with additional high-impact programming designed to level the playing field for small and growing teams. Mr. James has been recognized by Real Leaders as a TOP 50 IMPACT speaker in the world for 2026.
In addition to the main sessions, SKO 2026 will also host a networking social to connect like-minded professionals, top local entrepreneurs, and future business partners from across the Quad Cities region.
If you go
SKO 2026 is built around two core goals:
- To bring the energy, excitement, and experience of a big-corporate Sales Kickoff to the hardworking sales teams, entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals of the Quad Cities.
- To support a cause that touches many lives locally, a portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association – Quad Cities Chapter.
Registration is now open, with several ways to participate. They include:
- Company Table Sponsorship (12 tickets across two tables). It includes VIP seating, company recognition, raffle tickets for the full team. It also feaures a private post-event consultation focused on storytelling, presentation skills, creative selling, networking, or sales.
- Small Business six-Pack. It features a team table, VIP seating, company recognition, raffle tickets, and more.
- Individual tickets for solo attendees.
- Student Sponsorships for St. Ambrose University and Augustana College students.
- Vendor Booth Opportunities. For businesses looking to showcase their brand and connect with other professionals.
- Payment options include credit card, ACH, or invoice-by-email.
For more information and registration, visit here.
