Business Growth Expert to Headline GNEX 2026

Best-selling author Carl Gould to present 'Clean Fish and Muddy Fish' at annual conference in Nashville

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Perspective Group has announced that business growth authority and best-selling author Carl Gould will headline the GNEX 2026 conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Gould will present his keynote speech 'Clean Fish and Muddy Fish: Navigate the Fish Bowl of Your Organization', which is sponsored by arrivia.

Why it matters

GNEX is a leading annual conference for the vacation and timeshare industry, attracting top experts and thought leaders to share insights on business growth and innovation. Gould's participation as the headline speaker underscores his reputation as a prominent authority on organizational development and management strategies.

The details

Gould is known for his expertise in helping companies and entrepreneurs achieve sustainable growth. His keynote at GNEX 2026 will focus on navigating the 'fish bowl' of an organization, providing strategies for identifying and managing both 'clean fish' (high-performing employees) and 'muddy fish' (problem employees) to drive overall business success.

  • The GNEX 2026 conference will take place in Nashville, Tennessee.

The players

Carl Gould

A best-selling author and global keynote speaker who is a leading authority on business growth and organizational development.

The Perspective Group

The organizer of the annual GNEX conference, a leading event for the vacation and timeshare industry.

arrivia

The sponsor of Gould's keynote presentation at GNEX 2026.

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What’s next

The GNEX 2026 conference will take place from March 10-12, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee.

The takeaway

Gould's participation as the headline speaker at GNEX 2026 underscores his reputation as a leading authority on business growth strategies and organizational development, providing valuable insights for industry professionals attending the conference.