The National Conference in Sales Management is sponsored by Pi Sigma Epsilon, Mu Kappa Tau, the Professional Society for Sales and Marketing Training, and the Edward H. Schmidt School for Professional Sales at The University of Toledo.

Founded in 1952, Pi Sigma Epsilon is the only national, professional fraternity in marketing, sales management and selling. PSE was created to promote the fields of marketing and sales as careers. Since its founding, Pi Sigma Epsilon has served more than 45,000 members as a means for them to acquire professional skills. On the collegiate level, Pi Sigma Epsilon offers practical experience to members through active involvement in sales and marketing projects, marketing research, professional programs (speakers, tours, career shadowing, etc.), community service, social events, general chapter operation and much more. On a professional level, Pi Sigma Epsilon offers networking, continuing education and an opportunity to support the development of the future leaders of sales and marketing. The Pi Sigma Epsilon Educational Foundation publishes the Journal of Personal Selling & Sales Management.

Mu Kappa Tau is a national honor society for students majoring in marketing, and is the only marketing honor society to offer both national recognition and chapter affiliation to its members.It was formed as an independent organization in 1966. Information about the society is available from Mu Kappa Tau, 3747 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220. Phone 414-328-1952; Fax: 414-328-1953; Anjuli Graunke.

The Edward H. Schmidt School for Professional Sales at The University of Toledo is one of the premier on-campus sales programs.