A new conference in Orlando is promising to give entrepreneurs more than just business strategies—it aims to provide a 'mental edge' by integrating emotional intelligence into marketing, branding, and leadership. The Simply Success with a Mental Edge Conference, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, is the result of a collaboration between Philomena Moncoeur of Simply Success Group and Marcus A. Wright of WrightMentality.
The conference, themed 'The Smartest Investment is YOU,' will be held at the EVEN Hotel by IHG near Universal Epic Universe. Doors open at 8:30 AM for coffee and networking, with the program running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST, including a catered lunch. Unlike traditional passive conferences, this event is designed as an interactive, participant-driven experience featuring workshops, live practice sessions, structured networking, games, challenges, and giveaways.
Key areas of focus include networking to win, self-awareness as a sales and leadership tool, emotionally intelligent branding, empathy-driven marketing, and visibility on stage, on camera, and online. Attendees will leave with practical tools such as EQ frameworks, scripts, and worksheets that can be used immediately after the event. Early bird tickets are currently available at simplysuccessgroup.net, with group discounts for three or more tickets. All sales are final, and prices will increase as the event approaches.
This event underscores the growing importance of emotional intelligence in sales and customer relationship management. By focusing on self-awareness and empathy, the conference aims to help entrepreneurs build stronger connections with clients and teams. According to organizers, traditional CRM tools are insufficient without the mental edge that comes from understanding one's own emotions and those of others. The conference provides frameworks that can be applied immediately to improve customer interactions and retention.
Philomena Moncoeur, founder and CEO of Simply Success Group, is a business marketing strategist with over 25 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and organizations grow through strategic marketing, branding, AI, and automation. Marcus A. Wright, founder of WrightMentality, brings more than two decades of experience as a coach and leadership trainer focused on emotional intelligence and personal growth. 'Every entrepreneur has potential, but potential without the right mindset is just wasted opportunity,' Wright said in a statement. 'The Mental Edge is what separates the people who talk about growth from the ones who actually achieve it.'
The conference is accepting applications for speakers and brand partnerships through the official website. The event aims to serve entrepreneurs who are launching, scaling, or rebranding, as well as small business owners, personal brands, athletes, creators, and growth-minded professionals. The collaboration highlights a growing recognition that emotional intelligence is critical for business success. By equipping attendees with self-awareness and presence, the conference seeks to help them execute strategies and sustain real growth, rather than just accumulate notes.
