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If you’re interested in scheduling Bob to speak at your company meeting, conference or convention, please contact Kathy Tagenel at (775) 220-6995 or click here to email her. Brain is CEO of Brain Tracy International, a company that specializes in training and development of Business roles like sales and marketing and related organizations.
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