

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: CBEX 2026 Speaker Series: The Trust Advantage
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: CBEX Presents: The Trust Advantage and
A Conversation with Brigadier General (Ret.) Mark TowneAbout this EventCharlotte Business Exchange (CBEX) Speaker Series 2026 continues:Thursday, March 26th :We’re honored to host Brigadier General (Ret.) Mark Towne, author of Build Trust First, for a practical and powerful conversation on trust-centered leadership in real organizations. Randy Mitchell will moderate the discussion.Why This Matters for SMB LeadersIn today’s environment, trust is no longer assumed. It must be earned, built, and reinforced. Most leaders agree that trust is important, but few can clearly explain how to build it on purpose. For small and mid-sized businesses where teams, customers, and partners rely on close relationships, trust is often the difference between growth and failure.Trust is not a soft skill – it is a strategic competency that affects:Hiring and retentionAccountability and performanceCustomer loyaltyCulture and resilienceWhat You’ll Learn from General Towne:Lessons from 30+ years of leadership, from front-line military units to the boardroomA practical framework for building trust intentionally – not just hoping it happensInsights from C-suite interviews conducted while writing Build Trust FirstHow trust leadership accelerates performance and strengthens cultureWhy trust is the foundation of sustainable growthWho Should AttendSmall and mid-sized business owners who are growth-oriented or frustrated with their peopleCEOs, COOs, and department leaders who want to increase their influence and effectivenessAdvisors and professionals who support SMBsWhat You’ll Walk Away WithPractical insight from a leader who built trust in the highest-stakes environmentsSimple tools to strengthen trust across your organization you can implement immediatelyA sharper understanding of how trust drives resultsDate: Thursday, March 26th, 2026Location: Suffolk Punch Brewing South Park 4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC(704) 397-3904 (between Dick’s Sporting Goods and The Container Store – back side of Southpark Mall)Time: Networking - 7:30 AM- 8:00 AM | Event - 8:00 AM- 9:00 AMCost to Attend: $35.00Includes Full Breakfast Menu: Smoke bacon, scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, toast with butter and jelly, coffee and juice.Join us for an engaging and informative session that will leave you motivated and inspired.Register Now!GUEST SPEAKER: Brigadier General (Ret.) Mark Towne  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/031243e0-130c-11f1-89f1-09c30f73298b-rimg-w1107-h740-dc171617-gmir.jpg Brigadier General (U.S. Army, Retired) Mark Towne Brigadier General (Ret) Mark Towne served in the United States Army for over thirty-four years, starting out as a private and eventually retiring as a general officer in the Pentagon. He is a respected and sought-after thought leader, speaker, author, and advisor who equips executives to proactively build trust as a leadership core competency. His areas of expertise include business leadership and national security issues ranging from infrastructure, energy, training, education, strategic planning, leadership and organizational behavior to geopolitical competition and risk in global markets. Mark served on the Board of Directors for a faith-based non-profit, is a former vice-president in the banking industry, and is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of VETS Leadership LLC. He holds several advanced degrees including a Master of Science in Management, Master of Business Administration, Master of Military Studies, a Master of Strategic Studies, and a Doctor of Education (Interdisciplinary Leadership). Mark and his wife are the blessed parents of two grown children of whom they are very proud. In his spare time, you will find Mark and his wife hiking in the North Carolina mountains. If you would like to contact Mark and explore booking him for a speaking event, visit his website at vetsleadership.com or email him directly at mtowne@vetsleadership.com.
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlotte
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Suffolk Punch Brewing - SouthPark
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- **full address**: Suffolk Punch Brewing - SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Suffolk Punch Brewing - SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 35 up to 35 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Charlotte Business Exchange (CBEX)
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, contests, workshops, trips-adventures, trekking
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