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AJS Spring 2027  |  April 4-5, 2027  |  RetailFusion April 3  | Savannah Convention Center, Savannah  |  #AJS2027

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Hunters, Gatherers, and Farmers: Understanding the Roles They Play in Your Sales Team

August 21

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Every successful sales team relies on three essential roles: Hunters, who acquire new customers; Gatherers, who build relationships and uncover opportunities; and Farmers, who retain, nurture, and grow existing client accounts. While these roles often overlap, each plays a distinct part in driving sustainable business growth.

In this interactive session, attendees will explore the unique responsibilities, strengths, and success strategies of Hunters, Gatherers, and Farmers within today's sales environment. We'll examine how customer acquisition, relationship development, and client retention differ in practice, and discuss how clienteling and marketing strategies can be aligned to support each role and maximize overall team performance.

By the end of the session, attendees will be able to identify these roles within their own organizations, understand how they complement one another, and develop a strategy that ensures each function works together to consistently attract new business, strengthen customer relationships, and drive long-term growth.