PPAI Expo     January 13 - 15, 2026     |     Mandalay Bay Convention Center     |     Las Vegas, NV    |    
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Practical Lessons from Promo Pros

Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV

January 13 - 15, 2026

Make the most of your time at The PPAI Expo by attending these free (but highly valuable) sessions hosted by SAGE experts, live from the show floor.

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Hands-on, expert-led training to help you master SAGE tools

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Actionable strategies to grow your business and increase efficiency

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Tools and tips for streamlining business processes

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Advice on how to overcome common business challenges

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Featured Speakers

Adam-Bayyouk

Adam Bayyouk

Distributor Sales Team Lead

Amanda-Carpenter

Amanda Carpenter

Sr. Customer Experience Manager

Andy-Evans

Andy Evans

Sr. Distributor Sales Manager

Emily-West

Emily West

Distributor Sales Team Lead

Matt-Parisi

Matt Parisi

Corporate Program Manager

Patrick-Harvot

Patrick Harvot

Distributor Sales Team Lead

Sage-Thomas

Sage Thomas

Distributor Account Advisor

Seth-Ellis

Seth Ellis

Distributor Account Advisor

Schedule

Exhibits Open

9:30am - 5:00pm

The PPAI Expo in the Palm of Your Hand: Tips for Success During & After the Show

10:30am - 11:00am

Navigate the show floor, see a full schedule of networking and educational events, and keep track of all the great products you discover when you use the SAGE Workplace app on your smartphone.

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Everything Starts With Your CRM

11:15am - 11:45am

Keep your workflow and your customer information organized! The power of a well-maintained CRM is that it streamlines everything else in SAGE modules: projects, presentations, order management, and more. Learn the value of uploading and updating contacts in this inspirational session.

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Innovative Strategies for a Winning Website*

12:00pm - 12:30pm

How do you make your website represent you and your business? Certain site customization options serve your brand image as well as a user’s experience. Learn how SAGE Websites implement general trends and best practices to make sites that benefit you and your visitors.

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Back to Basics: SAGE Workplace 101*

12:45pm - 1:15pm

New and existing SAGE Workplace users will hear an overview of all the modules, tips, and tricks SAGE offers to help you run your business more efficiently. This session will focus on users who primarily access SAGE Workplace in the Windows app.

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The Easiest Way to Launch an Online Store for Clients

1:30pm - 2:00pm

This session is for people who want an online store but don't know where to start. Beginning with SAGE Starter Stores as an example, we'll show how easy it is to build, maintain, and customize stores that meet client needs.

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AI-Powered Success: Work Smarter, Not Harder*

2:15pm - 2:45pm

Artificial intelligence isn’t scary when you see how helpful it can be. Discover how SAGE AI features simplify your work processes, save time, and generate ideas. Watch a live demonstration of these features to see exactly what AI can do for you.

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Back to Basics: SAGE Workplace 101

3:00pm - 3:30pm

New and existing SAGE Workplace users will hear an overview of all the modules, tips, and tricks SAGE offers to help you run your business more efficiently. This session will focus on users who primarily access SAGE Workplace in the Web app.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Order Management in SAGE Workplace

3:45pm - 4:15pm

This is a 101-level session on the Order Management module in the SAGE Workplace Windows App. Learn how the tool reduces human error and streamlines the ordering process from quotes all the way through to invoices.

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*There is an additional opportunity to hear this session on the schedule later for your convenience.

Exhibits Open

9:30am - 5:00pm

Everything You Need for Successful Email Marketing

10:30am - 11:00am

Email marketing is a powerful tool for staying relevant and top-of-mind with your clients. Learn how to use SAGE Email Campaigns to create and send targeted emails, link products to your SAGE Website, and view analytics to track success.

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What’s New in SAGE? Fresh Features for Powerful Performance

11:15am - 11:45am

SAGE is committed to innovating new ways to empower promotional products companies. While we release new features throughout the year, there is always a new batch launched just in time for Expo. Join us to see the latest and greatest efforts to improve your workday.

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How to Simplify and Centralize Group Orders (and Make Everyone Happy)*

12:00pm - 12:30pm

Revolutionize group orders by having one location for orderers to go, using a familiar ecommerce environment that keeps all the information in one place. Get rid of spreadsheet orders once and for all with SAGE Showrooms and Stores.

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Time-Saving Secrets to Creating Product Presentations

12:45pm - 1:15pm

Whether you’re new to SAGE or have created presentations in the past, you will learn how to efficiently use the Presentations module in SAGE Workplace to tailor product presentations that make your brand and your client’s brand look good.

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Innovative Strategies for a Winning Website

1:30pm - 2:00pm

How do you make your website represent you and your business? Certain site customization options serve your brand image as well as a user’s experience. Learn how SAGE Websites implement general trends and best practices to make sites that benefit you and your visitors.

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Stay Organized and Build Trust with Project Management

2:15pm - 2:45pm

Learn everything you need to know to become an expert Project Manager. The Projects module is helps with task management internally and builds trust in client relationships by providing transparency on order statuses.

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AI-Powered Success: Work Smarter, Not Harder

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Artificial intelligence isn’t scary when you see how helpful it can be. Discover how SAGE AI features simplify your work processes, save time, and generate ideas. Watch a live demonstration of these features to see exactly what AI can do for you.

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Back to Basics: SAGE Workplace 101

3:45pm - 4:15pm

New and existing SAGE Workplace users will hear an overview of all the modules, tips, and tricks SAGE offers to help you run your business more efficiently. This session will focus on users who primarily access SAGE Workplace in the Windows app.

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*There is an additional opportunity to hear this session on the schedule later for your convenience.

Exhibits Open

9:30am - 2:00pm

How to Simplify and Centralize Group Orders (and Make Everyone Happy)

11:00am - 11:30am

Revolutionize group orders by having one location for orderers to go, using a familiar ecommerce environment that keeps all the information in one place. Get rid of spreadsheet orders once and for all with SAGE Showrooms and Stores.

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Profitable Ways to Apply What You Learned at The PPAI Expo

11:45am - 12:15pm

New knowledge is only helpful if you apply it. Learn how to export all the notes, pictures, and videos you took during the show to create business opportunities using digital catalogs and product showrooms.

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Search Like a Pro: Advanced Tips for SAGE Product Research

12:30pm - 1:00pm

Do more than search; find! Discover the best products for your customers by using advanced search tools like Search Connectors, Search for Brands, the Idea Wizard, and more. This session explains the how and why behind each of these tools.

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