
Welcome to the Thrive Insights & Action Series
This exclusive program from PIA MidAmerica delivers quick, impactful sessions focused on Marketing, Company Culture, and Sales. Designed to help your business grow and adapt in 2026, these sessions provide actionable insights and practical tools you can use immediately.
How It Works
Get ready to thrive in 2026 with PIA MidAmerica’s exclusive new program: the Thrive Insights & Action Series! Packed with vibrant, actionable sessions on Marketing, Company Culture, and Sales, this series is designed to energize your business, spark innovation, and deliver real results—all in just 15–20 minutes, followed by live Q&A. Attend all three or choose the topics most relevant to your needs.
- Marketing Briefs (1st Thursday): Master storytelling, interactive experiences, and consistent multi-channel messaging.
- Company Culture Briefs (2nd Thursday): Build a thriving workplace and tackle talent retention challenges.
- Sales Briefs (3rd Thursday): Learn how to adapt to digitally empowered buyers and integrate AI tools.
Past Sessions
Missed a session? No problem. All past recordings are available exclusively on MidAmerica U. Catch up anytime and access valuable insights from previous topics.
Don’t miss this opportunity to thrive in 2026. Submit your interest today to join us for the next session.
Upcoming Topics
- February 5th – Marketing Brief
Where Did They Go? Stopping Customer Drop‑Off in Your Sales Cycle
Customers rarely vanish at random; they slip away at predictable friction points in your marketing and sales cycle. This 15-minute brief reveals why prospects disengage, how to spot the signals early, and simple, practical moves to keep qualified buyers moving confidently toward “yes.”
- February 12th – Culture Brief
Hard Problems in Soft Cultures: Holding People Accountable Without Becoming the Bad Guy
This brief explores how “nice” workplaces accidentally protect poor performance. This brief shows leaders how to mix clarity, compassion, and real follow‑through so accountability feels fair, human, and growth‑focused instead of harsh or punishing.
- February 19th – Sales Brief
Habit Stacking for Sales Success: How Small, Consistent Actions Build Big Results in New Business Development
Habit stacking helps sales professionals build consistency by linking new business development actions to existing routines. By attaching small prospecting, follow-up, or planning habits to daily anchors, reps create momentum effortlessly. Over time, these micro-habits compound, transforming sporadic outreach into a predictable, results-driven rhythm for new business growth.
WHEN
Recurring each month in 2026 at 12:30 PM CT
- Marketing Briefs – 1st Thursday
- Company Culture Briefs – 2nd Thursday
- Sales Briefs – 3rd Thursday
WHERE
A calendar invite will be sent to you with a link to join the virtual events.
COST
Exclusive PIA MidAmerica Member Benefit
This series is presented by Kelly Mallozzi with Success In Print.

