Chuck Palus is manager of the Connected Leadership Project at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL®). He is the co-author of Making Common Sense: Leadership as Meaning-making in a Community of Practice and The Leader’s Edge: Six Creative Competencies for Exploring Complex Challenges.

Ann Herrmann-Nehdi is the CEO of Herrmann International, the company that originated the Whole Brain Technology®. She is an engaging speaker who has delivered keynote presentations and educational sessions for associations around the world.

Chip Bell is the founder of The Chip Bell Group. Chip is a well-known consultant and a sought-after speaker. He is the author and co-author of several best-selling books including, The 9 ½ Principles of Innovative Service, Take Their Breath Away, Magnetic Service, Service Magic, Customers as Partners, Managers as Mentors, and Managing Knock Your Socks off Service.

Edgar Schein, Ph.D., is a leader in the field of career and professional studies and an expert in organizational culture, organization development, process consultation, and career dynamics. He received his master’s degree in psychology from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in social psychology from Harvard University.

David Berke is a principal at Lorsch, Berke & Associates, LLC. David has more than 25 years of experience as a manager, individual contributor, and consultant in the fields of management, leadership, employee, and organization development.

Scott Messer is an accomplished author and founder of Sales Evolution. Scott’s career as a business development professional and entrepreneur has spanned more than 25 years. He has built strategic alliances, co-founded start-ups, overseen mergers and acquisitions, and constructed new business units.