National Sales
and Marketing Convention
The 2003
Convention is being held in Cincinnati, Ohio Each spring, more than 600 members
(collegiate, alumni, professional, educator and associate) from across the
nation convene to share ideas, hear prominent speakers, attend seminars and
workshops, and participate in the many convention programs. Personal, professional
and chapter development workshops help PSE members at all levels prepare for
and advance in their careers. Some other activities that take place during
convention are: Pro/Am Sell-A-Thon, National Career Fair & Expo, National
Awards Programs, and Certified Chapter Officer Programs. Pro/Am Sell-A-Thon Following an informational seminar outlining the "Logical Selling
Cycle," professionals and collegians team up for a sales call competition.
The program allows those with an interest in sales to obtain a hands-on feel
for what that career choice entails and allows those in the field to share
their expertise. National Career Fair &
Exposition The PSE Career Fair and Exposition
allows national and local companies to exhibit their products and recruit from
a nationwide resource in one place, thus saving valuable time and money. The
Career Fair affords members at a variety of levels the opportunity to explore
internship and employment positions or simply prepare for the interview process
through mock interviews and resume critique. The Expo allows members to examine
current products in the market place. National Awards Program Sponsored by companies such as
Motorola, Northwestern Mutual Life, and Eastman Kodak and Johnson &
Johnson, the Pi Sigma Epsilon National Awards Program recognizes notable
excellence in programming, activity and performance. A diverse range of awards
includes: Lewis F. Gordon Top Chapter, Top Sales Project, Top Marketing
Project, Top Salesperson, Top Management Team, Top Faculty Advisor, Top Alumni
Member, and many more. Certified Chapter Officer Program The PSE Certified Chapter Officer
Program is a must for any member interested in becoming a leader or learning
how to get the most out of membership. in Pi Sigma Epsilon. (You don't have to
be an officer to attend.) Those who complete the seminar series receive the CCO
designation, a personalized certificate, national recognition, and an annual
networking reception.