I make courageous change simple.
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Coach, Creator, Challenger.
I’m a writer, advisor, and speaker specializing in professional and organizational transformation.
I’m the President of Cognac at Uncle Nearest, Inc. and I’ve spent the last 20 years pioneering creativity, technology, and diversity in business. As a recent inductee into the American Advertising Hall of Achievement, my work on products like Patrón tequila, Grey Goose vodka, Nike footwear and Apple iPhones has won numerous awards. But my boldest work lies ahead.
My leadership experience includes
Let’s do something amazing, together
Speaking
On-stage or online, I inspire teams to do their best work by being their truest selves. My interactive presentations draw from my experience as a Chief Failure Officer (CFO) to challenge the way people think, work and lead for change
Advising
I partner with entrepreneurs, CEOs and leaders ready to tackle their toughest business problems by creating people-first solutions. Together, we’ll make conformity an endangered species and courage a competitive advantage.
Articles
Here I share stories and tools for leading courageous change without losing your sanity.
Normal Ain’t Working
To lead what’s next you have to unlearn what’s not.
Co-hosted with my best friend, Daryl, the UNFOLLOW podcast, exposes our scars on tough topics like making (and losing) money, juggling work and family, handling racial injustice, raising future adults, and confronting Christianity’s hard questions.