The Reynolds Group helps manufacturing and engineering companies increase revenue by 20% through sMarketing. It Combines sales tactics with marketing strategies and deliverables, to produce a winning ROI.

Our background is running manufacturing and software development companies as well as start-ups too. To grow revenue, every associate in your company has to be on the sales team… starting with your Director of First Impressions - the Receptionist. sMarketing supports everyone’s effort, that is why its Marketing Smart.

NexGen is a peer network geared to spark professional and personal growth in business executives and leaders. It was founded in 1999 by business owners who had experienced other peer networks and wanted to keep learning but get better value.

The strength of a peer network is in the people who join. Tom Reynolds’ goal as a facilitator of these (normally) quarterly meetings, is to bring together like-minded business people who share common values. He builds a trusting environment in which honest discussions about important business and personal issues can be worked through. Every meeting includes a guest speaker addressing current business topics.

For each member, the expectations are high but, the requirements are easy. Come to a meeting prepared to discuss your issues with a group of like-minded people. Speak openly and directly about issues that others bring... and always be kind. Finally, come to every meeting receptive to new ideas. Members make themselves available to other NexGen members for one-on-one conversations between meetings. All discussions are confidential.

 
 
 

Meeting Format

Business Go-Around (Update the group on current events in your business)

See the list below of typical topics and guest speakers

Personal Go-Around (Update the group on other issues in your life)

2-3 Issues: Members usually have a prepared presentation for the group to hear and respond to. All topics are welcome; the more information you offer up front, the more information you will receive in return.

 
 

NexGen | Tom Reynolds, Facilitator

From Sept 11 - Dec 4, 2020, The Reynolds Group is hosting a lunch and learn for 45 minutes.
Leveraging our NexGen, Manufacturing Peer Network, we present a business brief featuring award-winning speakers.
Successful marketing takes a holistic approach. That is why we cover all aspects of a business. The COVID Era is not easy.
NexGen Business Brief will help you Adjust, Leverage, and Thrive in today's environment.                                                                                   

 

11-Sep           Joe Van Tassel      How to Recruit the Best Technical Talent         
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=242                                                                        

18-Sep           Heather Antoni         Navigating the Ever-Expanding Maze of Privacy Laws                        
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=244                                                                           

25-Sep           Bruce Le Fatra         Why Should a New Client Choose YOU? Business Development        
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=247

2-Oct  Dave Garrett ultra-Low Power Machine Learning at the Edge for Voice and Sound           
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=254                                                                          

9-Oct  Robin Johnson         The Resilient Organization- Beyond Surviving to Thriving   
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=262                                                                                

16-Oct            Cyndie Flynn Labor law - I Wouldn't Do That...
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=264                                                 

23-Oct            Rachelle Golden & Michele Landis           Website Accessibility - Part 3California Adds More Regulations                      
Watch Video -https://youtu.be/JewF-_SVfrI                                                                      

30-Oct            Dave Watt     Cyber Security - The Risk & Opportunity             
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=276                                                                   

6-Nov Jim Twerdahl 10 Ways to Innovate - It Is Not Enough to Build a Better Mousetrap           
Watch Video -  https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=291                                                                   

13-Nov           Hema Dey    How to Increase Your Market Share - Leverage Your Online Assets
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=293

20-Nov          Jeff McCausland & Tom Vossler   Battle Tested! - Gettysburg Leadership LessonsFor 21st Century Leaders
Watch Video - https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=298                                                              

4-Dec John Thompson ­- Maintain Focus in 2021 When the World Is in Turmoil
Watch Video -https://blog.reynoldsgroupweb.com/?p=302

26-Feb Annie Ostojic - Levergering LinkedIn: Networking Advice From A Digital B+Native
Watch Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8D8ABZcwc0

List of Previous Speakers:

  • Linda Feinholz - Managing the 8 drivers that create value in your business.

  • Steve Lustig – Exiting From Your Business

  • Terry Brown - Testing For New Hire Compatibility

  • Bob Maurer Ph.D. – The Science of Change

  • Brain Muirhead, Chief Engineer JPL - Take Risk, Don’t Fail

  • Coralie Kupfer - The Principles of Interest-Based Negotiation and Good Communication Skills

  • Karen Miller, Ph.D.- Memory Enhancement: Maximizing Your Brain Potential

  • Jim Tarr - Getting to Lean

  • Abe Walking Bear Sanchez - Sales and Credit Together... A Profit Partnership

  • Col. Jeffrey D. McCausland - Leadership Lessons From Iraq

  • Tom Reynolds (Moderates) - Who we are… Where Do We Want To Go

  • Rick Saldivar & Bill Barber ISO Matrix - Balancing Business & Our Planet

  • Paula Golden - How to Transition Wealth, Live Well, Prepare the Next Generation

  • Jim Barber President of HASC - View of the future…Health Care Issues and Solutions

  • John Reynolds - Focus on what is critical, Accountability and Visual Performance Analytics

  • Stephanie Michele – Social Media Marketing For The Average Business

  • Michele Lando - The 5 Steps To Building A Powerhouse Brand

  • James Schaefer - Roadways to Recovery, Business Tools, and Concepts for Growing Business

  • Bill Crounse - Business Talk 101, Better Communication For Business Leadership

  • Regina F. Lark, Ph.D. - Clear the Clutter and Organize Your Life!

  • Reg Wilson - Cultivating Your Legacy

  • Michael Levin - Handle Objections and Close new Business When No One Is Buying

  • Will Sproule - Macro-Management: The Art of Leading Decision Makers

  • Simon Burrow - How to Maximize The Value of A Small Business and Then Turn It Into Cash

  • Robert Sax - “Selling Your Story with Public Relations”

  • Jeanne Norton - Tips and Tricks of Air Travel

  • Michael Stark - The Partnership Roll-Up, An Alternative Strategy For Growth, and Value

  • Col. Jeff McCausland - Update From Afghanistan

  • Jim Davis - What Do I Want to Do for the Next 30 Years and Setting Goals

  • Jim Barber - Health Care System 2014

  • Rob Flow - The National and International Economy - Risk and Opportunities

  • Stephen L. Read, MD - Psychiatry Geriatric & Forensic Psychiatry

  • Tracy Huston - Leader as coach

  • Ray Rood & Priscilla Rose - How Succession Planning Ensures Success

  • Kate Walters - Understanding and application of the cross-generational workforce

  • Richard Azarloza - A Sustainable Economic Recovery?

  • James E. Bateman - Finding the Right Exit (Strategy)

  • Dana Borowka -Cracking The Personality Code: Hire Right The First Time

  • Keith Kinsel, Forensic Accounting - Disaster at your Business!

  • John Thrasher - Pitfalls of Growth

  • Jon Kraft - The Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Tour - Biotech Innovation and 3D Printing

  • Tour - Amazon Fulfillment Plant

  • Lee Schwartz - Transformation of Manufacturing

  • Michel Zelnick - Harness conflict - Get back to business

  • Janelle Sample - US Economy Post-Election

  • Steve Smith - Lead With Impact

  • Ise Metchek - The Apparel Industry and The L.A. Economy

  • Lawyer, Geoff Johansing - Insurance Agent and Joe Stevens- Safety Expert - Litigation & Culture of Safety

  • Chris King - Extreme Ownership and Achieving Objectives

  • Randy Nelsen- Business Owner and Eric Rose- USC Professor (panel) - How to innovate in a business

  • Chase Morrison - Fractional CEO, Kevin Berson - Business Broker - How to maximize your business's Value

  • John Thompson & Ted Whetstone - Simple Systems for Setting Goals and Achieving Them

  • Oleg Flaksman - Digital PI, Bob Michlin - IT Specialist, and Jim Simonds - Insurance Agent - The Dark Web, Cyber Security, and Risk

  • Tour - Do It American Mfg Operation - Jon Armstrong Owner

  • Keith Gregory - The Do’s and Don’ts for Contracts With Vendors and Customers

  • Cory Reader - What Wall Street Isn’t Telling You...

  • Cindy Flynn - Employees – Your Best Asset or Your Worst Nightmare

  • Hema Dey - How to turn Search Engine Optimization into SALES