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This is a group for anyone in the Tampa-St. Pete-Sarasota area and surrounding cities interested in getting out- meeting new people, trying new adventures, networking, and just wanting to have a good time around good company of like-minded individuals! Our circle mainly consists of local professionals who are classy, vibrant, and have a fine taste for the good life!
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See all- Building High-Performing Sales Teams: Driving Revenue and GrowthLink visible for attendees
https://go.skillsme.co.uk/sls-young-prof-Tampa
Struggling to keep your sales team motivated, set realistic targets, and build a culture that drives both individual and collective success?
As a leader, balancing ambitious goals with a supportive team environment can feel overwhelming, especially when performance, retention, and collaboration are on the line.
What if you had proven strategies to not only inspire your team but also consistently hit targets, foster healthy competition, and retain top talent?
In this masterclass, Dmitry Ivanouski—former Sales Director at PandaDoc—will share powerful, hands-on strategies that helped him build a high-performing sales team from the ground up, growing PandaDoc from $5M to $85M ARR over a 5-year period and helping it reach Unicorn status in 2021.
After joining the masterclass, you’ll walk away with actionable tools to:- Set clear, achievable targets — use effective leadership techniques to keep your sales team motivated and engaged.
- Create a culture of healthy competition — foster an environment where team members support and celebrate each other’s successes.
- Maintain a positive team environment — rooted in LIFE values: Learning, Impact, Fun, and Empathy.
If you’re ready to lead a team that’s both high-achieving and happy, join Dmitry for this masterclass and learn the key steps to building a sales team that thrives, hits ambitious targets, and stays engaged over the long term.
### Speaker: Dmitry Ivanouski, Ex-Unicorn Sales Leader, GTM and B2B Strategist
Dmitry has been instrumental in building and scaling sales teams that drive explosive growth. As a founding force behind PandaDoc’s success, Dmitry led multiple GTM teams from scratch, skyrocketing the company from $5M to $85M ARR in just five years, helping it reach Unicorn status in 2021.
Today, he’s channeling his expertise into co-founding Community Sprints, an eLearning platform with industry-leading experts, and OXI, an IIoT platform for energy management. Dmitry also consults with early-stage B2B startups, helping them craft and test GTM hypotheses and design agile sales processes that scale. A true innovator, Dmitry empowers businesses to reach their highest potential in competitive markets.### About the Event:
This masterclass is part of the Skillsme Leadership Summit—the #1 event for emerging leaders, uniting over 5,000 ambitious individuals eager to master top strategies for thriving in their leadership journeys in 2025. Get inspired by 20+ masterclasses led by senior leaders from companies like Uber and Tesla, alongside world-renowned business trainers. Build valuable connections with like-minded leaders and join a global community dedicated to leadership excellence. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your impact and set yourself up for success in the year ahead!
Trustpilot score: 4.7### Review from a Past Skillsme Event Attendee:
"I’m already putting what I’ve learned into practice. Thank you so much for the great advice! Amazing speaker!"
— Sadat Iqbal - Speaking Under Fire: How to Overcome Resistance and Handle Tough QuestionsLink visible for attendees
Register here: https://go.skillsme.co.uk/sls-young-prof-Tampa
Do you want to overcome resistance to your ideas and win people over?
Defending a project, asking for funding, or having a tough conversation with your boss can be daunting—especially when met with skepticism or hostility. Too often, negative reactions leave us feeling defeated. But what if you could walk into any tough meeting, negotiation, or presentation fully prepared to defuse tension, fend off verbal attacks, and achieve your goals—all while preserving relationships?
Meet Sergey Kuzin, Business Trainer, PhD, and expert in high-stakes communication. With decades of experience coaching leaders—including parliament members and Forbes 200 executives—Sergey equips leaders with the skills to handle resistance like a pro.
In his free masterclass at the Skillsme Leadership Summit (Dec 6-8), Sergey will share the battle-tested strategies he teaches top executives and political leaders to help you:
🔹 Handle Tough Questions — Stay calm, think on your feet, and turn skepticism into support.
🔹 Turn Pushback into Progress — Shift negative feedback into productive dialogue.
🔹 Lead Under Pressure — Communicate with authority even in challenging moments.
If you’re ready to walk into any tough meeting, negotiation, or Q&A prepared to win people over, don’t miss Sergey’s game-changing masterclass.About the Speaker
Sergey Kuzin, PhD, is a renowned business coach, international speaker, and author of four acclaimed books on conflict management and effective communication. As an expert in handling high-stakes conversations, Sergey has coached top leaders, including members of parliament across three countries and executives from Forbes 200 companies. With his deep expertise and hands-on approach, Sergey equips leaders to tackle tough questions, navigate challenging situations, and turn conflicts into opportunities for growth.About the Event
This masterclass is part of the Skillsme Leadership Summit—the #1 event for emerging leaders, uniting over 1,000 ambitious individuals eager to master top strategies for thriving in their leadership journeys in 2025. Get inspired by 15+ masterclasses led by senior leaders from companies like Uber and Microsoft, alongside world-renowned business trainers. Build valuable connections with like-minded leaders and join a global community dedicated to leadership excellence. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your impact and set yourself up for success in the year ahead!
Trustpilot score: 4.7Review from a Past Skillsme Event Attendee:
"I’m already putting what I’ve learned into practice. Thank you so much for the great advice! Amazing speaker!" — Sadat Iqbal - Leading Multicultural Teams with Confidence: Proven Strategies to Get the Best oLink visible for attendees
Register here: https://go.skillsme.co.uk/sls-young-prof-Tampa
Do you Want to Connect with Anyone, Anywhere?
Meet Latifa Aarab, Leadership Coach and Cultural Intelligence Expert with 17+ years of experience managing diverse teams across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and North America. She’s the go-to expert for turning cultural differences into powerful team strengths.
In her free masterclass at the Skillsme Leadership Summit (Dec 6-8), Latifa will share her top strategies so you can:🔹 Connect effortlessly—whether its clients, colleagues, and teams from any cultural background.
🔹 Get the best out of your team—by leveraging their unique strengths and perspectives.
🔹 Turn diversity into strength— by building a trusting, inclusive culture.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your leadership and unlock the full potential of your team!About the Speaker
Latifa is a passionate Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Cultural Intelligence Expert, on a mission to empower leaders to master the art of managing multicultural teams. With 17 years of experience in finance covering Europe, Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and North America, Latifa founded Compatible to bridge cultural gaps and drive positive change within organisations. Fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Moroccan Arabic, Latifa holds a Master's from La Sorbonne (Paris) and an MBA from Lancaster University (UK). Her mission is clear: to equip leaders with the tools they need to communicate across cultures, build high-performing teams, and cultivate inclusive corporate cultures.About the Event
This masterclass is part of the Skillsme Leadership Summit—the #1 event for emerging leaders, uniting over 1,000 ambitious individuals eager to master top strategies for thriving in their leadership journeys in 2025. Get inspired by 15+ masterclasses led by senior leaders from companies like Uber and Microsoft, alongside world-renowned business trainers. Build valuable connections with like-minded leaders and join a global community dedicated to leadership excellence. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your impact and set yourself up for success in the year ahead!
Trustpilot score: 4.7Review from a Past Skillsme Event Attendee:
"I’m already putting what I’ve learned into practice. Thank you so much for the great advice! Amazing speaker!" — Sadat Iqbal - Building High-Performing Teams Through Psychological SafetyLink visible for attendees
https://go.skillsme.co.uk/sls-young-prof-Tampa
Struggling to keep your team motivated, innovative, and fully engaged?
Imagine leading a team where every member feels safe to share bold ideas, take risks, and bring their absolute best—unlocking a level of performance that fuels real impact. It’s not just a dream; it’s a reality you can create. You’re wondering how?
Researchers from Google found that the #1 factor in high-performing teams is psychological safety. Without it, trust, creativity, and motivation suffer. With it, teams flourish, and leaders thrive.
In this powerful masterclass, Daria Helgogaard—a Psychological Safety Project Manager from Scandinavia, a region known for its deep-rooted commitment to employee well-being—will share her insights from 20 years at top companies like Microsoft, L’Oreal, and Novo Nordisk. You’ll discover the practical strategies she used to enable leaders globally in building supportive, high-impact teams where every member feels empowered to contribute and grow.### What You’ll Learn:
- The Essentials of Psychological Safety and How to Lead Without Toxicity: Understand what psychological safety really means, why it’s crucial for team performance, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that create toxic work environments.
- Real-World Case Studies and Proven Strategies: Gain insights from real examples and case studies from companies that successfully foster psychological safety.
- A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Psychological Safety: Discover a practical, step-by-step approach for creating a safe, supportive environment within your team or organisation, setting the stage for sustained growth and innovation.
Join this masterclass to gain the tools and insights needed to create a resilient, innovative team culture. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your leadership and drive the kind of team success you've always envisioned.
### About the Speaker:
Daria Helgogaard is a leading expert in psychological safety with nearly 20 years of experience in strategic human resources and organisational development. Currently a Psychological Safety Project Manager at Novo Nordisk, Europe’s most valuable company and a global healthcare leader, Daria has dedicated her career to cultivating high-performing, innovative teams across industries. Her experience includes impactful roles at global giants like Microsoft and L’Oreal, where she developed strategies to foster trust, engagement, and a culture of continuous growth. Known for her practical and people-centred approach, Daria empowers leaders to build resilient, thriving teams through the transformative power of psychological safety.
### About the Event:
This masterclass is part of the Skillsme Leadership Summit—the #1 event for emerging leaders, uniting over 5,000 ambitious individuals eager to master top strategies for thriving in their leadership journeys in 2025. Get inspired by 20+ masterclasses led by senior leaders from companies like Uber and Tesla, alongside world-renowned business trainers. Build valuable connections with like-minded leaders and join a global community dedicated to leadership excellence. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your impact and set yourself up for success in the year ahead!
Trustpilot score: 4.7### Review from a Past Skillsme Event Attendee:
"I’m already putting what I’ve learned into practice. Thank you so much for the great advice! Amazing speaker!"
— Sadat Iqbal
