{"id":18465,"date":"2025-03-10T12:23:46","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T12:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/?p=18465"},"modified":"2025-03-17T12:59:56","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T12:59:56","slug":"sandler-grows-again-trail-blazing-entrepreneurs-in-texas-michigan-bring-proven-sales-leadership-strategies-to-local-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandler.com\/news\/sandler-grows-again-trail-blazing-entrepreneurs-in-texas-michigan-bring-proven-sales-leadership-strategies-to-local-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"Sandler Grows Again! Trail Blazing Entrepreneurs in Texas &#038; Michigan Bring Proven Sales &#038; Leadership Strategies to Local Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><b>Sandler Grows Again! Trail Blazing Entrepreneurs in Texas &amp; Michigan Bring Proven Sales &amp; Leadership Strategies to Local Businesses<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\">Sandler, a global leader in sales and leadership development, is thrilled to announce the launch of two new franchise locations in Dripping Springs, Texas, and Rochester, Michigan. These new training centers will equip businesses with Sandler\u2019s proven methodologies, helping organizations enhance their sales performance, leadership effectiveness, and customer relationships.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>James Akers \u2013 Dripping Springs, TX, <\/b>owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/go.sandler.com\/streamline\/\">Streamline Business Solutions LLC<\/a>, is bringing Sandler\u2019s world-class sales and leadership training to businesses in Austin and the broader Texas market. With a deep understanding of business development and a passion for equipping professionals with the skills they need to thrive, James and his team will help companies streamline their sales processes and achieve sustainable growth.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Tati Botta \u2013 Rochester, MI,\u00a0<\/b>founder of<b>\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/go.sandler.com\/tatibotta\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Abroad Coaching L.L.C.,<\/a>\u00a0brings a unique global perspective to the Sandler network. A native of Brazil, Tati\u2019s background in learning and development, combined with her expertise in sales, positions her as a strategic partner for businesses looking to improve their sales effectiveness in Michigan. Her deep understanding of human behavior and professional training makes her an invaluable resource for organizations seeking to elevate their sales teams.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt .5in 5.0pt 45.0pt;\"><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt .5in 5.0pt 45.0pt;\"><i>We are thrilled to welcome James and Tati to the Sandler network. Their passion for professional development, combined with their industry expertise, will make an incredible impact on businesses in Texas and Michigan. Sandler is committed to delivering top-tier sales and leadership training worldwide, and with these new franchise locations, we are excited to help even more organizations reach their full potential.<\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt .5in 5.0pt 45.0pt;\"><b><i>Dave Mattson, Executive Chairman &amp; President of Franchise at Sandler<\/i><\/b><i><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><b>Driving Business Growth Through Proven Sales Training<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\">Each new Sandler location will offer a full suite of sales, leadership, and management training programs tailored to businesses of all sizes. Sandler\u2019s approach focuses on long-term behavioral change, reinforcement, and a systematic sales methodology that has helped thousands of businesses scale and succeed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>For more information about Sandler\u2019s new franchises, available locations or to schedule an interview, please contact\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"mailto:franchising@sandler.com\"><b>franchising@sandler.com<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>About Sandler<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Sandler is a world leader in innovative sales, leadership, and management training. For over 50 years, Sandler has provided its unique brand of training to sales professionals and organizations of all sizes, helping them achieve greater success and reach their full potential. With over 200 locations in 24 countries, Sandler continues to expand and innovate, providing state-of-the-art training solutions that make a real difference. Visit\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/\"><b>sandler.com<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sandler Grows Again! Trail Blazing Entrepreneurs in Texas &amp; Michigan Bring Proven Sales &amp; Leadership Strategies to Local Businesses Sandler, a global leader in sales and leadership development, is thrilled to announce the launch of two new franchise locations in Dripping Springs, Texas, and Rochester, Michigan. 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