Associates Bench Strength Team

Training for Winners Project Associates Team

Extra horsepower when your project calls for more than one set of hands.

When a project needs added muscle, Gary brings in the best. Training for Winners partners with a hand-selected group of experienced project associates — professionals who bring deep expertise, fresh perspective, and real-world know-how to every assignment.

Each associate is chosen for one reason: they deliver results. Just as Gary customizes his training and coaching, he also customizes larger client projects by assembling the right mix of specialists for the job. No cookie-cutter teams. No pre-packaged consulting bundles. Just the right experts, at the right time, for the right outcomes.

Gary at Recent Event

A Customized, À La Carte Approach

Every organization’s needs are different — and your project should reflect that. With Training for Winners, you choose only the services you need. We build a tailored approach around your goals, your challenges, and your priorities.

Whether you’re tackling a short-term initiative or a large-scale project, our Associates Team can step in with targeted expertise that moves the needle.

Gary recent event, sharing a copy of Twist the Familiar

Trusted Industry Experts Who Strengthen Every Client Project

Training for Winners partners with a select group of industry experts who join larger client projects when additional bandwidth, specialized skills, or deeper expertise are required. These project associates integrate seamlessly into the work, ensuring clients receive the right specialists for the right outcomes — without the cookie‑cutter consulting approach.

True benefits of training and upskilling are that they allow team members to take on challenges together, discuss solutions and ideas, and have fun, too.

Hand‑Selected Project Associates for High‑Impact Results

When a client engagement demands added muscle, Training for Winners brings in the best. The organization collaborates with a curated network of experienced project associates — professionals known for their deep subject‑matter expertise, fresh perspective, and real‑world know‑how. Each associate is chosen for one reason: they deliver results. Just as Training for Winners customizes its training and coaching, it also tailors larger client projects by assembling the ideal mix of specialists for each assignment. No pre‑packaged consulting bundles. No generic teams. Just the right experts, at the right time, for the right outcomes.

Gary with Victoria Mattews

Why a Bench Strength Approach?

Specialized expertise for complex or large‑scale initiatives
Flexible project support without adding full‑time staff
Consistent quality aligned with the Training for Winners standard
Scalable resources to meet changing client needs
Real‑world experience from proven industry professionals

Prizes and awards make learning even more fun. This participant from a DMO workshop in Michigan had the winning solution and earned a prize turkey during a holiday program.

Your Project, Your Way

The beauty of working with Training for Winners is flexibility. You don’t have to buy a massive consulting package or commit to services you don’t need. With your input, we build a project plan that makes sense — practical, focused, and aligned with your mission. When you’re ready, Gary and the Associates Team are here to roll up their sleeves and work shoulder-to-shoulder with you.

David DuBois

President - The DuBois Group

David’s 46-year career as an industry leader started off in hotel sales, marketing, and management, and led to extensive association leadership positions.

Nick Scriabine

Lead Consultant & Owner Small Business MD

Nick has over 25 years in sales & marketing with extensive experience driving revenue growth across the health and wellness, tourism, and hospitality industries.

Richard A. Vaughan

President & CEO Zorro Enterprises, LLC

Rick’s background includes leadership roles with Marriott, Westin and Sheraton in the areas of food and beverage, convention services and sales/marketing.

Steve Lowe

Founder Lowe Associates

Steve’s leadership experience in the hospitality industry in marketing and sales spans 30 years, where he built his reputation as a visionary, navigating his teams through countless up and down economic cycles.

Gretchen Kihm-Stegall

Trifecta Marketing Resources, LLC

Gretchen brings over 25 years of experience in both corporate and association leadership positions with national organizations in the areas of B2B marketing, business development and partner relations.