Ethan Dowie is the founder of Indigo Promotions, where he helps brands turn merch from an afterthought into a competitive advantage. Through creative strategy, a massive global factory network, and an obsession with the details, he’s worked with companies of all sizes — from startups to global enterprises — to design branded merchandise that people actually want to keep, use, and talk about.

Known for blending marketing smarts with a straight-talking, energetic style, Ethan has become a go-to voice for how to make merch campaigns land. When he’s not creating products that elevate brands, he’s sharing behind-the-scenes insights on how the right merch can drive real business results.

Ethan’s Links:

• Website: https://www.indigopromos.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indigopromos/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indigopromotions/

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Jake Cross is General Manager and a fourth-generation leader at Seldens, a family-owned home furnishings and design business serving the Pacific Northwest for 85 years. Born into a legacy of craftsmanship and customer service, Jake’s journey with Seldens began long before he officially joined the business. Growing up immersed in the values of integrity, quality, and community stewardship, he now helps steer the company toward an exciting and innovative future. As part of the leadership team, Jake has been instrumental in Seldens' expansion, bridging the gap between honoring the company’s deep heritage and pursuing forward-thinking strategies that meet modern customer needs.

Seldens has been the Puget Sound region’s home furnishings destination since 1940. Offering over 150 quality designer brands and expert design services, Seldens is dedicated to providing an exceptional client experience. With a commitment to quality, craftsmanship and community, and showrooms in Tacoma, Olympia and Bellevue, Seldens continues to be a trusted name in home furnishings.

The Seldens family of furniture brands also includes Bassett® Furniture and Summer House Patio outdoor furniture showrooms, each with locations in both Bellevue and Tacoma.

Jake's Links:

• Website: https://seldens.com/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seldens/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seldensdesign

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobcross1/

• Freebie: https://seldens.com/pages/seldens-catalog

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As President and CEO of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce — the leading voice of the business community in the fastest-growing city in the nation — Steve keeps his finger on the pulse of local business and would bring valuable insights to your audience.

Through leadership, engagement, and advocacy, the Chamber brings the people of Fort Worth together to identify issues, solve problems, and align resources resulting in a stronger business climate and greater economic prosperity for all. Steve helms these initiatives for the Chamber’s more than 1,300 member businesses.

Steve brings more than 30 years of public and private sector experience in the areas of executive leadership, public affairs, and strategic communications. Prior to the Chamber, he not only worked on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. and in the state capitol in Austin, but he also helped build and lead a successful healthcare information technology firm. Steve received his BA in Government from the University of Texas at Austin and his MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington — and has spent much of his career as a policy advocate in the healthcare, energy, transportation, and economic development sectors.

Steve's Links:

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FTWChamber

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftwchamber/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-montgomery-311717b/

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