Effective Customer Presentations


Join us on November 7th as Jeff Johnson gives his presentation.  See below for details and registration:

Turning Discovery into Action

This presentation focuses on how sales professionals can deliver effective, customer-centered presentations after the discovery phase. It provides a structured approach to demonstrate understanding of the customer’s challenges, position the company as the right partner, and outline clear next steps. Through frameworks, worksheets, and realistic case studies, participants will learn how to:

  • Restate the customer’s problem to reinforce trust.
  • Link solutions directly to pain points and desired outcomes.
  • Use storytelling and proof points to make solutions memorable.
  • Conclude with clarity by defining specific, mutually agreed next steps.

Problems This Presentation Intends to Solve

  • Feature-dumping presentations that overwhelm customers with product details.
  • Weak connection to customer pain points, leaving buyers unconvinced.
  • Unclear next steps that cause opportunities to stall.
  • Inconsistent execution without a repeatable framework.

By addressing these issues, this session helps sales professionals turn presentations into compelling conversations that build credibility, inspire confidence, and move opportunities toward a successful close.

Register now to join us on November 7th!

 

Jeff Johnson spent 12 years in the U.S. Air Force, first as a structural engineer and later as a pilot. After his service, he transitioned into sales and business development, holding leadership roles with leading Aerospace & Defense companies, including Alliant Techsystems (now Northrop Grumman), Donaldson Company, and Ergotron.

In 2024, Jeff launched VelocitySales, a consultancy dedicated to helping small and mid-sized Twin Cities aerospace and defense companies overcome stagnant growth. He developed the Sales Optimization Score (SOS), a diagnostic tool that quickly identifies critical barriers to revenue growth.

Jeff is also the founder and Executive Director of the Twin Cities Aerospace Network (TCAN), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission to “build and connect a community of aerospace and defense enthusiasts.” In just one year, TCAN has grown to more than 600 members representing over 200 organizations. The network delivers value through its Cleared for Takeoff monthly newsletter, networking events, and a Guest Speaker Series featuring subject matter experts.

Jeff’s approach to sales leadership centers on three pillars:

  1. Team Leadership – Building a culture of sales excellence where people have the tools, training, and confidence to achieve more than they thought possible.
  2. Strategy Development – Defining a clear vision of where the organization is going and how to get there.
  3. Sales Execution – Applying the tactical tools and accountability needed to consistently achieve results.

Connect at: jeff.johnson70@gmail.com

*****Note Our New Location*****

Date: Friday, November 7, 2025

Time:   7:30 – 9:15 a.m. Location:  EntreBank 1550 American Blvd E #100, Bloomington, MN 55425 (SW Corner 494 & Cedar) 

 

 

 

Investment: In Person : $10 for PSA Gold Member, $20 for Silver Members and Guests Light Breakfast Provided

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About bhellkamp

Bill Hellkamp has dedicated the past 30 years to helping professionals maximize their capabilities. A noted facilitator, executive coach and speaker, Bill is able to captivate audiences with his entertaining and insightful perspective on individual and team development. Through interactive activities and thoughtful questioning he is able to increase the participant’s awareness of where they need to grow. He then gives them practical tools to accomplish that evolution. He has published hundreds of motivating articles and videos that can be accessed on his website at www.reachdev.com Each year he speaks to thousands of business, government and community leaders throughout the Unites States as well as Canada, England, France, Germany and Spain. Clients include Medtronic, Toro, 3M, Abbott Diagnostics, Capital Safety, XRS, MicroEdge, The City of Minneapolis, RSM US, and Digital River. His organization, REACH Development Systems, specializes in presentation skills, sales development and leadership training. One of the most exciting concepts he has been working on is to combine group training with personal coaching to provide more permanent improvement for each participant.

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