> Announcing the full STEP 2026 session line-up and digital brochure!
ERA is thrilled to announce the entire STEP 2026 program lineup, packed full of valuable, timely sessions presented by a mix of dynamic professional trainers and industry heavyweights.
Here is a quick snapshot of what’s in store for this year’s agenda:
- Executive Presence & High-Impact Speaking: Annelise McCarthy will deliver two powerful sessions on crafting unmissable presentations and mastering executive presence so your voice is heard, respected and acted on.
- Modern Sales Tech & AI: Rob Brunson demystifies the modern sales toolkit—showing you how to leverage AI, CRMs and tech platforms to streamline workflows while deepening customer relationships.
- Extreme Productivity: Charlene DeCesare will share 9 game-changing habits to eliminate digital distractions, protect your focus and achieve top-tier results without working longer hours.
- Industry Insider Insights: Walter Tobin will map out the past, present and future of the electronics ecosystem, helping you leverage industry networks, reps, OEMs and ERA resources for career growth.
- Top-Performer Sales DNA: Tim Wackel will break down how elite sellers build stronger pipelines, tell compelling stories, ask better questions and close more business.
- Social Selling & Personal Branding: Jake Hall teaches actionable LinkedIn strategies to optimize your profile, generate warm leads and boost B2B visibility.
- Leadership Without Titles: Shane Zutz, MBA explores how to build influence, foster trust and practice true self-leadership from day one, regardless of your official title.
- Cross-Cultural Business Mastery: Riad Nizam unpacks global business etiquette, helping you navigate cultural nuances, collaborate across borders and win in international markets.Whether you’re looking to sharpen your sales process, master your time or step into higher levels of leadership, STEP 2026 has a session tailored for you.

