Business
Evolving the Trade Partner Relationship
Evolving trade partner relationships is a critical and too-often-overlooked key to successful project delivery and retaining satisfied clients. Fortunately, adopting a new view of the trade partner dynamic doesn’t require a financial investment or new technology--changed perspectives and behaviors are free, and can be implemented immediately.
By Michael Blakemore
January 16, 2020
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Business
by Michael Blakemore
As senior vice president for Skiles Group, Blakemore is responsible for planning, directing and overseeing the company’s daily operations with a focus on ensuring client satisfaction and championing a culture of continuous improvement.
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