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WithIt Announces Keynote Speaker Barb Betts for Conference

March 31, 2025  by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry   

Betts is a seasoned real estate broker, CEO, entrepreneur, and host of the award-winning podcast Relationships are Your Superpower®, where she shares insights on moving beyond transactional interactions to foster deep, trust-based connections. A sought-after speaker, Betts combines her extensive expertise with compelling personal stories and actionable strategies to address today’s biggest business challenges.

At WithIt’s 2025 Power Up! conference, she will deliver a high-energy, engaging presentation designed to challenge conventional thinking about relationships and equip attendees with practical tools to build meaningful, results-driven connections. Her strategies are especially relevant to the home furnishings industry, where in-person engagement is critical to professional growth and long-term success.

To round out a program meant to inspire leadership capabilities and impact for women, the agenda also includes “The Upward Influence Playbook-Speak Up, Manage Up, Move Forward” with Dr. Sarah Glova, a writer, podcaster and instructor at Duke and North Carolina State University, and Kansas City-based speaker and author Tara Renze who will bring “10 Secrets to Level Up Your Leadership.” Industry speakers are Nora Gomez, chief merchandising officer for NFM, and Hailey Meyer of Compassionately Transparent Coaching, with over 20 years in the mattress industry focusing on leadership development.

"The WithIt Conference is a unique opportunity for industry professionals to step away from their day-to-day responsibilities and focus on growth, leadership, and connection," said Amy Van Dorp, executive director of WithIt. "Our program is designed to empower individuals with fresh ideas, valuable skills, and meaningful relationships that can propel their careers forward. The program is the most cost-effective in the industry and a deal for the incredible number of speakers and professional development topics presented."

Power Up! is a two-day event designed for both emerging leaders and established executives. This year’s event marks a milestone for WithIt, as membership reaches an all-time high and the conference moves to Kansas City for the first time, providing a fresh backdrop for networking and professional development. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with nationally recognized speakers, industry experts, and influential women leaders, gaining valuable insights to advance their professional trajectories and leadership capabilities. For first-time attendees, the experience can be both inspiring and transformative.

"As a first-time attendee last year, I immediately felt welcomed by women at all stages of their careers," said Hannah Dickerson, marketing coordinator for Flex2Communicate. Through the engaging workshops and discussions, I gained valuable insights into what fuels me in the workplace and how to build on my strengths. I also learned what it takes to step into leadership roles with confidence, hearing firsthand about the challenges and victories other women have faced as they advanced their careers.”

Registration for the 2025 WithIt Conference is now open, with early-bird pricing available through May 1. This year's event offers invaluable opportunities for professional growth, including dynamic networking, skill-building workshops, and interactive panels with top female leaders in the industry. Attendees are encouraged to secure their spot early for this premier industry event.

For more information about the WithIt Power Up! Conference, visit withit.org or contact Amy Van
Dorp at director@withit.org.