About us
The Business Development Team (BDT) is a unique group of professionals who are innovative and energetic go-givers. Since BDT was formed, the community connections have generated leads resulting in millions of dollars in sales. At our premiere business-to-business monthly event, members and guests experience a robust 90-minute program that features an interactive attendee discussion prompted by a specific business question, a short educational presentation by local subject matter expert, a quick briefing about a worthy non-profit in need of community support, and a local author is highlighted
Matthew Barbey
President
As the founder of his business, “Time for Success”, Matt serves business owners who want more freedom, wealth, and legacy for their families and teams. He has over 16 years of experience and has significant leadership and team engagement experience that has affected productivity transformations for thousands of employees.
Amy Lemire
Speaker Series Coordinator
Amy Lemire CSP DTM works with high performing leaders who want to sell with confidence and inspires them to be the best version of themselves. For the past 10 years, she has trained thousands of sales and business professionals to master the keys to success and the ‘Sales Confidence Code.’ Her focus is how to win the inner game of self-confidence to drive peak performance results in sales, business, and speaking, through the mastery of success habits. After spending 2 decades in business to business and medical sales and training, Amy founded AIM Training and Consulting International. She is a certified Og Mandino “Habitfinder” Leadership Coach. Amy is the author of 2 books: “From Zero to Sales Hero,” and “From Zero to Speaker Hero.” Amy was recently designated as a Certified Speaking Professional, March 2023, by the National Speakers Association, for delivering over 300 hours of training and speaking. She is also a VISTAGE certified speaker. Amy is a Distinguished Toastmaster, the Past President of National Speakers Association, St Louis Chapter, and a Member of National Speakers Association. She has been recognized as a Fortune 500 top sales performer and sales trainer for over 3 decades.
Les Landes
Business Question Coordinator
Les Landes, the founder and president of Landes & Associates, is the former head of communications for one of the world’s largest food companies. At Landes & Associates, it is their goal to improve the alignment between your promises and your performance.
Forrest Mann
Meeting Venue Coordinator
Experienced and dedicated commercial banking professional with demonstrated success in cultivating relationships and results that improve the financial fortunes and bottom line of all my valued customers.
Christopher M. Carrillo
Social Media Coordinator
C.M. Carrillo Financial Advising was founded when Christopher decided to reposition his practice in order to provide his clients with an enhanced level flexibility on the investment side of the financial planning process. Christopher’s combination of experience, professionalism, and access to a wide variety of products and services can help you meet your financial goals, estate strategies, and insurance needs.