BPC Nashville Agenda
| Sunday, MAY 18 2025 | ||
| Session Title | Room | Time |
| Certification Day Registration | Ryman Studios Foyer | 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM |
| Foundation Level Certification - Training and Exam | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Foundation Level Certification - Training and Exam | Ryman Studio M/N | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Foundation Level Certification - Training and Exam | Ryman Studio K | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Foundation Level Certification - Training and Exam | Ryman Studio J | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Foundation Level Certification - Training and Exam | Ryman Studio I | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Certification Day Lunch Distribution | Ryman Studios Foyer | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Certification Day Afternoon Coffee Break | Ryman Studios Foyer | 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| BPC Registration, Sponsored by Strategic Growth Partners | Presidential Lobby | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| First-Time Attendees Workshop | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Monday, MAY 19, 2025 | |||
| Session Title | Speaker(s) | Location | Time |
| BPC Registration, Sponsored by Strategic Growth Partners | Presidential Lobby | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM | |
| Quiet Room, Supported by the Mental Health Affinity Group | Jackson A | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | |
| Conference Kick-off & Opening Keynote | Coffee Sponsored by AutogenAI | Presidential Ballroom | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | |
| APMP TV Studio On Air | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | ||
| Exhibitor Hall Kickoff & Networking (Exhibitor Hall Open for Visits All Day from 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM) | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM | |
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Rohirrim | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | |
| Hitting the Right Notes: Cracking the Pricing Code in other than "Best Value" Procurements | Chris Placzek, CF APMP |
Ryman Studio M/N/O | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM |
| 2025 State of Strategic Response Management: Leading in the AI Era | Jennifer Cannizzaro |
Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| Gold In/Gold Out: Preparing Your Content for the AI Revolution | Michelle Labde, CF APMP | Washington B | |
| Servant Leadership in Proposals | Melissa Palmer, CF BW-M ES-M APMP | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| Impress Me Much – Achieving Consistency in Long PowerPoint Proposals | Katy Alderson | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
| Session Sponsored by Loopio | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Upland Qvidian | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Professionals of Color Affinity Group Gathering | Jackson EF | ||
| Attendee Lunch & Exhibitor Networking | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM | |
| Affinity Group Networking Lunch | Jackson EF | 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM | |
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Shipley Associates | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | |
| Bruce Farrell: My Story | Bruce Farrell, APMP Fellow | Ryman Studio M/N/O | 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM |
| Hindsight Is 20/20: Realize Your Career Vision Through Lessons Learned | Ceri Mescall, CPP CAP BW-M ES-M APMP Fellow, Cynthia Bruce, CP CL APMP, Nicole Robinson, Ryan Graves, CP APMP | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| Generative AI vs Traditional AI (Rocky vs Apollo): Who will win and achieve response automation faster and better? | Lisa Puckrin, CF APMP | Washington B | |
| The Power of Influence: Gaining Senior Executive Commitment and Investment for Your Proposal Team’s Success | Danelle Morrow, CF APMP, Erin Andersen, CF APMP | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| Winning the Visual Battle: Transforming Proposal Graphics for Maximum Impact | Sydney Latchaw | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | |
| Session Sponsored by Responsive | Ryman Ballroom CF | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by VisibleThread | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Pride Affinity Group Gathering | Jackson EF | ||
| The Three Pillars of Proposal Leadership: Cultivating Leadership at Every Level | Ali Hollis, CF CL APMP, Janet Stifflear, CP APMP | Ryman Studio M/N/O | 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM |
| The Art of Scoring Proposal Strengths from The Evaluator | Bruce Morton, APMP Fellow | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| AI in Proposals: Where Human Insight Makes the Difference | Christian Ferreira | Washington B | |
| The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Proposal Templates Edition | Natasha Adams, Sheli Sandell | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| The Importance of Self-Advocacy; Take Command of Your Career | Samantha Keay, CP APMP | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
| Session Sponsored by Responsive | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Trends in Professional Services Bidding, Sponsored by Flowcase | Erling Linde | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | |
| Mental Health Affinity Group Gathering | Jackson EF | ||
| Exhibit Hall Coffee Break | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM | |
| Keeping Your Proposal on Course: Managing Rogue Proposal Team Members | Tiffani Conner, CF APMP | Ryman Studio M/N/O | 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Boost Your Career with APMP's Microcertifications! | Kimberly Kissel, CAE, Mike Parkinson CPP GR-M APMP Fellow, Randy Richter | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| Beyond Automation: Leadership Strategies for Integrating AI into Proposal Teams | Amy McGeady, CPP APMP Fellow, Kelson Forsgren, CF APMP | Washington B | |
| Data-Driven Decisions: Leveraging the Gate Process and PWIN Calculator for Smarter Bid/No Bid Choices | Chris Pereschuk, CF APMP | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| Mastering Proposal Management: Tips, Hacks, and Tools for Success | Shannon Smith, CP APMP | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
| Session Sponsored by Upland Qvidian | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by PerfectIt | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Young Professionals Affinity Group Gathering | Jackson EF | ||
| Leadership in Transforming Organizational Proposal Processes from Scratch | Kumiko Shikimachi, CPP APMP Fellow, Daisuke Sasaki, CF APMP, | Ryman Studio M/N/O | 5:15 PM- 6:00 PM |
| From Good to Great: Expanding Capacity through Team Development | Danielle Kilcoin, CF APMP, Ginny Carson, CPP APMP Fellow, Steve Skeldon, CP CAP APMP | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| The Future of Technology and AI for Capture and Proposal Professionals | Kevin Plexico | Washington B | |
| Sometimes It's Hard to Be a Writer – Managing the Pressure of Perfection in Proposal Writing | Daniel Heuman | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| Thinking More Strategically | Heather Finch, CP APMP | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
| Session Sponsored by Lohfeld Consulting | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Hinz Consulting | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Miltary and Veterans Affinity Group Gathering | Jackson EF | ||
| TARA, Sponsored in part by Loopio | Delta Island | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |
| Tuesday, MAY 20, 2025 | |||
| Session Title | Speakers | Room | Time |
| BPC Registration, Sponsored by Strategic Growth Partners | Presidential Lobby | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM | |
| Morning Welcome and Plenary Session | Presidential Ballroom | 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM | |
| Quiet Room, Supported by the Mental Health Affinity Group | Jackson A | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | |
| APMP TV Studio On Air | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | ||
| Fellows Breakfast Reception (Invitation Only) | Crystal Gazebo | 9:45 AM - 11:30 AM | |
| Coffee & Connections in the Exhibitor Hall (Exhibitor Hall Open for Visits All Day from 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM) | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM | |
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by 24 Hour Company | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | |
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Miscommunication in the Workplace: Decoding Generational Communication Styles
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Neal Levene, CPP APMP. Sara Levene, CF APMP
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Ryman Studio M/N/O | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM |
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Leveraging Proposal Experience for Entrepreneurial Success
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Kevin Switaj, CP ES-M APMP, Robin Davis, CF APMP Fellow, Samantha Enslen, CP APMP Fellow
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Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
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Yes and... How Prompts Impact the Quality of AI Output
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Jennifer Danforth
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Washington B | |
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The Golden Page: Executive Summaries that Turn Your Strengths into a Winning Story
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Kel Raleigh, CF APMP
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Ryman Ballroom CF | |
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Session Sponsored by Responsive
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Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Hinz Consulting | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Attendee Lunch & Exhibitor Networking | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM | |
| Chapter Leaders Lunch and Meeting | Jackson EF | 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM | |
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Unanet | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | |
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Accelerating a Global Proposal Team
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Daniel Kinny-Spears, CF APMP
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Ryman Studio M/N/O | 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM |
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Leadership Insights: A Fireside Chat with APMP Executive of the Year Nominees
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Beth Wingate, CF APMP Fellow, Danelle Morrow, CF APMP, Ceri Mescall, CPP CAP BW-M ES-M APMP Fellow
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Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
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Preparing Your Organization for AI-Driven Proposal Success: Myths, Realities, and Practical Preparations
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Vishwas Lele
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Washington B | |
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Is Your C-Suite Aligned with Your Proposal Team, and Does It Matter?
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John Brennan, CP APMP | Lincoln C/D/E | |
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The Art of Storytelling
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Emily Katz, CF APMP
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Ryman Ballroom CF | |
| Session Sponsored by AutogenAI | Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Upland Qvidian | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Not Our First Rodeo: How Two Senior Proposal Professionals Partnered to Wrangle in Wins on Teaming and Joint Venture Proposals | Cheryl Gessling, CF APMP, Jennifer Danforth | Ryman Studio M/N/O | 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM |
| Build Your Band! A Collaborative Approach to Advancing Your Career and Building a Proposal Team | Elizabeth Hillman CP APMP, Kailey Fascitelli, CF APMP | Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
| AI Experiences in the Real World | Jon Williams, CPP BW-M ES-M GR-M APMP Fellow | Washington B | |
| How to Successfully Frame and Reframe Your Executive Messaging | Jamie Ninneman, CPP APMP Fellow | Lincoln C/D/E | |
| From Bland to Grand: Make WINNING Orals Faster | Mike Parkinson, CPP GR-M APMP Fellow | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
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Session Sponsored by Responsive
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Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
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Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Hinz Consulting
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Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| Coffee Break: Refuel Between Sessions | Presidential Foyer, Ryman Studios, Jackson Foyer | 3:15 PM- 3:30 PM | |
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Mission-Ready: Navy SEAL Strategies for Strategic Leadership in Bids and Proposals
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Carol Njelesani, CP APMP
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Ryman Studio M/N/O | 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM |
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Beyond Human Limits: A Winning Partnership in the Age of AI Proposals - A CEO Roundtable
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Karthik Koutharapu, CP APMP
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Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
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5 Essential Proposal Prep Tools to Start Using Right Now
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Corinne Jorgenson, CF APMP
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Washington B | |
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PTW 2025: Thriving amid Uncertainty, Risk & Competition
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David Sanborn, Connor Jones
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Lincoln C/D/E | |
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Leveraging Multi-Generational Differences in Teams
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Patrick Chase, CF ES-M CF APMP | Ryman Ballroom CF | |
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Session Sponsored by pWin.ai
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Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Technology & Innovation Suite Sponsored by Cliwant | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | ||
| BPC Happy Hour | Ryman Hall B5 & B6 | 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM | |
| Wednesday, MAY 21, 2025 | |||
| Session Title | Speakers | Room | Time |
| BPC Registration, Sponsored by Strategic Growth Partners | Presidential Lobby | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
| BPC Luggage Drop | Ryman Studio I | 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM | |
| Morning Welcome and Plenary Session | Presidential Ballroom | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | |
| Quiet Room, Supported by the Mental Health Affinity Group | Jackson A | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
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Ditch the Deck: Empowering Teams to Deliver Message-Driven Presentations
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Lisa Diven, Meg Leachman
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Ryman Studio M/N/O | 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM |
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Using Our Resources Smarter: How to Deliver Higher, More Accurate Bid Volume with Automation and AI
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Emily Nack, Hannah McGowan, Kyle Peterson, Tom Triebwasser, CF APMP
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Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
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We've Led the Horse to Water, Now What? Demystifying AI and Supporting Adoption in Proposal Teams
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Allison Ritz, CF APMP
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Washington B | |
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Own Your Destiny: Essential Strategies to Promote the Bid & Proposal Industry as a Company Growth Driver
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Danelle Morrow, CF APMP
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Lincoln C/D/E | |
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Strategic Growth through Enterprise AI Innovation: Game Changer for Bid & Proposal Transformation Journey
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Mitsuhiro Seto, CF APMP
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Ryman Ballroom CF | |
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Session Sponsored by QorusDocs
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Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
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From Proposal Editor to Proposal Manager: How to use your eagle eyes skills when leading a proposal effort
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Marylian Rivera
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Ryman Studio M/N/O | 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM |
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How to Compose a Hit Proposal: Lessons from Songwriting
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Brenda Crist, CPP APMP Fellow, Martha Swift, CF APMP, Monika Crannell, CPP APMP, Nazirah Muhammad
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Ryman Ballroom ABDE | |
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The Proposal Scout’s Handbook: Building an Anticipatory Proposal Process to Survive Worst-Case Scenarios
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Emily Wilcoxson, CF APMP, Lily Shain, CF APMP, Marisa Montes, CF APMP
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Washington B | |
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Better Way to Do Proposal Reviews: It's Time to Move Past Color Reviews, Right??
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Neal Levene, CPP APMP
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Lincoln C/D/E | |
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Mastering Feedback: The Art of Giving and Receiving as a Young Professional
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Ali Hollis, CF CL APMP
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Ryman Ballroom CF | |
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Session Sponsored by Expedience Software
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Ryman Studio P/Q/R | ||
| Closing Ceremony & Cash Prize Giveaways | Presidential Ballroom | 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM | |
