SPEAKERS
Introducing our 2025 subject matter experts
Brian Kight is a leadership and culture expert known for his practical, no-nonsense approach to building elite mindsets, discipline-driven teams, and high-performance organizations. As the founder of Daily Discipline, Brian helps leaders, businesses, and athletes apply simple, powerful principles that drive long-term success.
With a deep focus on personal accountability, mental toughness, and operational excellence, Brian distills complex leadership and culture concepts into actionable strategies that produce real results. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, elite sports teams, and small businesses, helping them strengthen their competitive edge through discipline and intentional decision-making.
A sought-after keynote speaker and consultant, Brian delivers impactful insights that challenge conventional thinking and inspire individuals to take ownership of their growth. His philosophy—"Discipline is the shortcut"—emphasizes that consistent, intentional effort is the key to sustained success in any field.
Keynote - Brian Kight
Mike Pearson is the host of RFD-TV’s This Week in Agribusiness, where he provides in-depth analysis of farm markets, technology, and global agricultural trends. Raised on a farm in Iowa, Mike developed a deep appreciation for agriculture early on, giving him a practical perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing farmers today.
With over a decade in agricultural broadcasting, Mike has become a trusted voice in the industry, delivering market insights, policy updates, and emerging innovations that impact agribusiness. His engaging style and deep industry knowledge make complex topics accessible to farmers, agribusiness professionals, and rural communities.
Opening Keynote - Mike Pearson
Agricultural Broadcaster & Market Analyst
​Arthur grew up on a small ranch in southern Saskatchewan and began his career in agriculture in 1994. After holding various leadership roles in the industry, he joined JayDee Equipment in 2006, later becoming regional sales manager during its merger into JayDee AgTech. In 2014, the company became part of Pattison Agriculture, where Arthur was named president in 2017. He joined The Jim Pattison Group’s corporate team as a vice president in 2020. In 2024, he entered a joint venture that includes a high-gen seed potato farm, a 20,000-acre grain operation, and a farm supply and media company. Arthur lives in Swift Current, Saskatchewan with his wife Kim and enjoys time with their two sons, daughter-in-law, and grandson.
Arthur Ward
Industry Expert
Trent Hummel is a lead management consultant and trainer with the North American Equipment Dealers Association’s Dealer Institute. A fourth-generation equipment dealer, he brings over 30 years of hands-on experience as an owner and general manager. Since 2011, Trent has delivered training, consulting, and peer group guidance across North America.
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Widely recognized for his expertise in wholegoods and used inventory management, Trent’s innovative strategies around turnover, aging, and margins have revitalized underperforming departments industry-wide.