Synonymous With Networking in Chicago Area

… Meet Your Relationship-building Guides!

Lillian Bjorseth, president, Duoforce Enterprises, Inc.

A client said, “Lillian is without question one of the most brilliant and charismatic speakers I’ve met. Her ability to personally connect with each and every member of her audience is truly remarkable.” Lillian is a highly sought-after communication and business networking skills speaker, trainer, coach and author. The Chicago Tribune calls her a “networking expert,” and the Association Forum of Chicagoland dubs her “the business networking authority.” Her many products are essential components for excellence in networking and communication skills.

Lillian was named National Speakers Association-Illinois Chapter 2010 Member of the Year, 2009 Outstanding Chicago Speaker by Red Carpet Concierge, a Great Women of the 21st Century, an Influential Woman in Business and is in more than a dozen Who’s Who. She’s a faculty member of the new online Redding College as well as a certified DiSC® trainer. She’s a top graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism. Fortune 100 experiences include 11 years at AT&T where she coached top executives in communication and media relations. LinkedIn Profile

Jason Jacobsohn, director of venture development, AEGIS Professional Services

Jason Jacobsohn is well known in the Chicago area as a “connector” and go-to person for entrepreneurs who want to grow and maintain their success. Jason is familiar with the needs of small business owners as a result of his assistance to hundreds of entrepreneurs while working at The Executives Profit, KMG Enterprises, Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, and Vcapital. With his extensive network, he is able to provide the appropriate resources to entrepreneurs at various stages of development.

Jason is passionate about advocating for entrepreneurs through his business and community efforts. He has served on the board, contributed to, or been an active member of The Big Idea Forum, DePaul Entrepreneurs Network, Illinois Entrepreneurship Consortium, and DePaul University Alumni Board. Jason received his MBA from DePaul University and his BBA from University of Wisconsin-Madison. Also, he shares his perspective about business networking on his blog at Networking Insight and frequent talks about networking to various groups around Chicagoland. LinkedIn Profile

Testimonials

"I was invited to hear Lillian make a presentation discussing the art of networking to our audience of about a hundred fifty people. I was hoping to pick up a nugget or two but in fact, it was so much more. She provided a full plated approach to networking at events in which you know few if any people. Lillian provided a comprehensive checklist of do's and don't's that will serve us well as we all build our networks.

Doug Hart

Financial Consultant

"First of all, you have an incredible knowledge of how to interpret and apply the DISC assessment tool. Secondly, your delivery style would make even a reading of the IRS Tax Code a fun experience for your participants.”

Roger Addelson

Formerly with Aon North America

Thank you so much for your insights for branding ourselves. I found the information you provided was very timely and useful."

Marta Petter, Director

Tarta Marketing, LLC

“Jason is a wonderful mentor. He is patient and listens to my needs. I attend all of his networking functions because they are well thought out and highly informational. I appreciate the time that he spends with me.”

Gayle Levine