(MILWAUKEE, WI) The local networking skyline will change significantly this fall.

That’s when Sales Progress, in partnership with MKE Live, will formally introduce and launch the Progress Training Network (PTN) – a leading-edge networking organization that provides professionals in specialized vertical markets with a unique blend of unlimited training, online and face-to-face networking and flexible membership.

The PTN networking launch will take place on the rooftop vista of Bootleggers Bar & Grill on Monday September 28th at 5:30pm (1023 N. Old World 3rd St., Milwaukee). Admission is only $5, and is open to all professionals and entrepreneurs regardless of any networking affiliations.

“PTN is really a different direction in networking,” said Tim Hagen, president of Sales Progress. “These groups will be defined by similar professions – one group for outside sales, one group for inside sales, one group for human resources, and more. The intent is to drive unrelenting value to our members through training that is specific to a single vertical market. Networking will still happen, but we believe its quality will improve because group members will inherently understand the similar contacts, needs and referral expectations and of their counterparts.”

Hagen’s goal is to form vertical groups with 300 members or more. Attendees that are interested in participating in a PTN group will have the opportunity to learn more about the organization, philosophies, training practices, the formation of charter groups and points that make it unique from other traditional networking formats.

“This is a great partnership for us because PTN compliments MKELive’s mission of connecting people and incorporates a strong LinkedIn component,” said Katie Felten, president of MKELive. “PTN doesn’t lock out competitors – it welcomes them for their insight and value. In essence, the only requirement for chapter membership is based on a person’s job duties.”

People are asked to pre-register for this networking event and first-ever introduction of the PTN format. For more information or to register, visit www.mkelive.com or www.salesprogress.com.
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MKE Live (www.mkelive.com) provides LinkedIn training, networking and event services to companies, communities and chambers of commerce throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. MKE Live helps entrepreneurs and business leaders expand their professional networks and leverage their products and services through these larger professional networks.
Sales Progress’ (www.salesprogress.com) is one of the first companies in the nation of offer specialized LinkedIn training curriculums that focus on selling techniques, personal marketing strategies, and recruiting and placement methods. Because Sales Progress’ customized training is seamlessly integrated into performance coaching techniques, web-based software solutions, customized workshops and one-on-one coaching programs, it has been utilized by Fortune 500 companies to growing businesses.