“This nation will never quit,” noted O’Neill during his keynote. “It will do everything it can to preserve and protect its people.” O’Neill—who released the famous three shots that dispatched the world’s most wanted terrorist, Osama bin Laden—has held leadership roles in more than 400 combat missions and shared some of his personal key principles to success with the audience: • Separate emotions from decision-making. • Never quit. Only move forward. • Complacency kills. • Trust your team. Trust your people. “Bravery is recognizing fear and putting it aside. Put your head
down, don’t give up and keep moving forward,” said O’Neill. The Annual Meeting culminated in a jaw-dropping magic performance by former Philadelphia Eagles long-snapper Jon Dorenbos, where he wowed the audience with his skills as a sleight- of-hand magician and inspired the crowd with his life story. Though the festivities of the 2018 Annual Meeting have concluded, it is never too early to begin thinking about WG’s next annual conference. WG is headed to Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Maui, on November 10 – 13, 2019, for another Annual Meeting filled with growth opportunities, interactive activities and ag collaboration.
Arbinger session
AgSharks® session
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