Keynoter Rick Brinkman addresses “Leadership in Action” at PSPA/SPAA Conferences 2011

Brinkman’s topic is titled “Leadership in Action”; he will address how to influence positive behavior, increase motivation and morale, and increase productivity. “In times of rapid change and the need to do more with less, leaders must create an inspiring environment, empower others, and provide useful feedback,” says Brinkman. “Leaders need to create an attitude of continuous improvement, and rally people around greater visions and goals. With the PSPA and SPAA attendees, I am certainly looking forward to expounding on the strategies and techniques surrounding great leadership.”

In 1988, Brinkman was one of only 15 people selected by the Tom Peters Group to present the In Search of Excellence and Thriving on Chaos programs. Brinkman has coupled his years of research as a trainer for Fortune 500 companies and the Institute for Management Studies with Peters’ strategies in his Leadership in Action program.

PSPA and SPAA are co-locating their conferences with the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) convention. PSPA and SPAA conference attendees may also attend the WPPI conference, from Feb. 21-23, for package price – only $100 more than the conference fee. The $229 member/$429 nonmember conference fee includes choice of all Saturday and Sunday educational sessions, the Saturday Official Business Session Luncheon, the Saturday evening Vendor Reception, coffee breaks, and admission to the WPPI trade show (Monday through Wednesday). Additional fees apply to attend WPPI education and events. For more information about the PSPA/SPAA conferences and to register, visit the PSPA/SPAA conferences website.