About Jeff Richards

Over the course of his 25 years of industry experience, Jeff has used his expertise to plan and oversee the details of hundreds of corporate programs around the globe. He is extremely comfortable and versatile when it comes to working with numerous management and operational styles. His clients span a wide range of industries including pharmaceutical, food service, automotive, and tech. He has seen great success planning and overseeing programs ranging anywhere from high-level meetings for a small board of directors to large events numbering in the thousands, such as travel incentives, sales training, or product launches. As a certified meeting professional, his skills include project management, risk mitigation, strategic sourcing, as well as financial management. Jeff has been an integral part of Gavel International for the past 23 years and is currently the company’s Vice President.

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February 2025

8 Indicators of a Problematic Meeting Culture – and How to Solve Them

2024-12-23T13:26:47-06:00February 3rd, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Reading Time: 7 minutesThe connection between a productive meeting culture and high-performing teams is clear. High-performing teams benefit from well-planned, organized, and structured meetings. Learn how to identify signs of a problematic meeting culture and how to fix them.

January 2025

December 2024

November 2024

Prevent People-Pleasing from Interfering with Your Teamwork

2025-04-24T14:13:34-05:00November 4th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Reading Time: 5 minutesSince people pleasers prioritize pleasing others above taking care of themselves, they can easily burn out, feel unfulfilled, and become resentful, which can detract from teamwork efforts. Build a stronger team with these tips:

September 2024

The 10 Best Ways to Soak Up the Tranquil Ambiance of Sedona, Arizona

2025-04-24T14:15:32-05:00September 9th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Reading Time: 4 minutesSedona is an ideal destination for group incentive travel. With an appealing mix of gorgeous natural landscapes, historic sites, wineries, and shops, it has something for everyone. Learn the 10 best ways to soak up the tranquil ambiance of Sedona.

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