Too many leaders struggle with disengaged talent, unclear expectations and siloed teams. 

This keynote offers a better path. Drawing from Cracking the Leadership Code, Alain Hunkins shows how leaders who connect authentically, communicate clearly and collaborate effectively can unlock potential and accelerate careers. Attendees leave with practical insights, inspiring stories, and actionable steps to strengthen leadership and develop the next generation of talent.

Key takeaways:

- Identify behaviors that build authentic connection and apply at least one within two weeks to improve trust and engagement. 
- Practice communication techniques that clarify expectations and feedback.
- Apply collaboration strategies that reduce silos and increase alignment.

The virutal discussion will take place May 20 at 10:30am cst.
Register for the event.

Speaker:

Alain Hunkins
CEO
Hunkins Leadership Group

Alain Hunkins is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author of Cracking the Leadership Code. As CEO of Hunkins Leadership Group, he has worked with leaders at global organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, to strengthen performance through connection, communication, and collaboration.

Alain is known for delivering highly interactive, practical sessions that blend research-backed insights with real-world application, helping leaders improve team alignment, engagement, and results.

Moderator: 

Bob Garrison
Director of Industry Engagement-Food & Beverage Manufacturing and Innovation Sector
BNP Media

In February 2026, BNP Media named Bob Garrison Director of Industry Engagement for its Food & Beverage Manufacturing and Innovation Sector, which includes eight industry publications and four events. The portfolio spans broad titles such as Prepared Foods (innovation/R&D), Food Engineering (operations/automation), Packaging Strategies, and Refrigerated & Frozen Foods (cold chain), along with vertical brands including Beverage Industry, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery (including candy), National Provisioner (meat/poultry/seafood), and Dairy Foods. Key events include the Global Pouch Forum, Membrane Technology Forum, and Converters Expo (North and South).

Garrison previously served as Editor-in-Chief of Prepared Foods from 2012 to 2025, reaching 43,000 qualified food and beverage executives across innovation, R&D, and product development. He co-founded Stagnito Publishing in 1990 and held editorial roles there through 2012, including leading what is now Refrigerated & Frozen Foods. He earned a journalism degree from Indiana University and began his career as a reporter before moving into trade publishing.