Small business owners and sales teams in the Quad Cities region are invited to the first-ever 2026 Sales Kickoff (SKO) Conference.
The event will be 1-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf.
Space is limited. Individual tickets are currently available at the early bird price
of $159 (a $40 savings off the standard $199 price) until Friday, Oct. 31. Detailed information on individual registration, company table sponsorships (for teams of six and 12), and vendor booth opportunities are available online. Go here for ticket information.
The event is being presented by the Moments Performance Group. This company is a dedicated partner in small business development, focusing on high-impact training and actionable strategies that drive measurable growth. It is committed to empowering local entrepreneurs and contributing positively to the community through specialized
events and initiatives, with a focus on improving your presentations and connections.
The conference is designed to provide high-level strategies often reserved for large corporations. Attendees will dive into sessions focused on actionable takeaways in areas
critical for modern small business success:
- Strategic growth and sales goals: Establish stronger, more focused sales goals for the new year and master the art of the sale with unique methods and a renewed sense of purpose.
- Creative marketing and customer experience: Discover innovative ways to market with meaningful momentum and transform customer interactions into powerful loyalty and referral drivers.
- Expert guidance: The event will be emceed by local favorite Rick Davis and feature insights from renowned small business owner and sales professional, Dustin James.
“This isn’t just about theory; it’s about providing practical, income-generating strategies that our attendees can implement,” Mr. James said in a news release. “We are leveling the playing field, ensuring small teams have access to the strategic thinking and tactical plans needed to achieve significant growth and stand out in a crowded marketplace.”
The conference is also dedicated to giving back to the community. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, allowing attendees to invest in their business while fueling hope for a future without Alzheimer’s.
Vendors are invited to secure a table and/or sponsor a college student to attend. For more information, visit www.sko2026.com.
