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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 1 MIN

Driving Growth and Empowerment with Sales Leader, Kevin Piket (EP 12, T1)

from Elevating Performance (HD) · host Mark A. Dronen

Introducing Kevin Piket, Director of Business Development at Ascend Technologies. Learn of Kevin’s journey through various technology-based companies, highlighting his consistent high-impact growth and leadership roles. Discover his passion for mentoring students and empowering young entrepreneurs. Key Topics Dedication to community empowerment and education. Insights into mentoring and leadership skills in sports. Guest Kevin Piket, is the Director of Business Development at Ascend Technologies.  Kevin has received numerous awards for his volunteer efforts, including multiple "Adult Volunteer of the Year" honors from Naperville Community Unit School District 203 and recognition from the Naperville Jaycees, with 53 LinkedIn recommendations highlighting his contributions. Ascend Technologies is a Chicago based Information Technology Solutions provider sevicing the Midwest SMB.  The company focuses on delivering secure IT solutions emphasizing a people-powered approach.  Ascend has earned multiple industry awards and positive client testimonials for its commitment to innovation and exceptional results. Host Mark A. Dronen is a veteran entrepreneur and executive coach at Elevator 321, where he focuses on leadership development, sales effectiveness, and helping tech leaders scale their businesses. He has built multiple businesses from scratch, led major digital transformation programs including Microsoft's largest offshore initiative, and secured partnerships with brands like American Express, IBM and NASCAR. A graduate of Eastern Illinois University and recognized as its Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Dronen is also a two-time Entrepreneur of the Year awardee, inventor of multiple patents, and host of the Elevating Performance podcast. About Elevator 321 and the College of Coaches We’re about moving the needle for leaders of tech-driven business.  We should talk.  Reach us at Elevator321.com. #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SalesEffectiveness #TechSales

Introducing Kevin Piket, Director of Business Development at Ascend Technologies. Learn of Kevin’s journey through various technology-based companies, highlighting his consistent high-impact growth and leadership roles. Discover his passion for mentoring students and empowering young entrepreneurs. Key Topics Dedication to community empowerment and education. Insights into mentoring and leadership skills in sports. Guest Kevin Piket, is the Director of Business Development at Ascend Technologies.  Kevin has received numerous awards for his volunteer efforts, including multiple "Adult Volunteer of the Year" honors from Naperville Community Unit School District 203 and recognition from the Naperville Jaycees, with 53 LinkedIn recommendations highlighting his contributions. Ascend Technologies is a Chicago based Information Technology Solutions provider sevicing the Midwest SMB.  The company focuses on delivering secure IT solutions emphasizing a people-powered approach.  Ascend has earned multiple industry awards and positive client testimonials for its commitment to innovation and exceptional results. Host Mark A. Dronen is a veteran entrepreneur and executive coach at Elevator 321, where he focuses on leadership development, sales effectiveness, and helping tech leaders scale their businesses. He has built multiple businesses from scratch, led major digital transformation programs including Microsoft's largest offshore initiative, and secured partnerships with brands like American Express, IBM and NASCAR. A graduate of Eastern Illinois University and recognized as its Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Dronen is also a two-time Entrepreneur of the Year awardee, inventor of multiple patents, and host of the Elevating Performance podcast. About Elevator 321 and the College of Coaches We’re about moving the needle for leaders of tech-driven business.  We should talk.  Reach us at Elevator321.com. #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SalesEffectiveness #TechSales

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