I help leaders discover how each person on their team is uniquely wired using an insightful assessment tool called the SDI 2.0. The SDI 2.0 Assessment is proven to help develop stronger relationships, eliminate distracting conflict, and increase productivity. Core Strengths is used by 90 of the Fortune 100.

In this role I develop curriculum, instruct classes, grade coursework, and consult with clients on course outcomes and objectives. Classes range from several weeks to one-hour webinars and workshops. Classes I have designed and taught include: MGMT X497.22 Foundations of LeadershipMGMT X447 Conflict Resolution Toolkit: Analyzing, Diagnosing, and Resolving ConflictMGMT X409.17 Emotional and Contextual Intelligence SkillsMGMT X496.12 Situational LeadershipEmail… Show more In this role I develop curriculum, instruct classes, grade coursework, and consult with clients on course outcomes and objectives. Classes range from several weeks to one-hour webinars and workshops. Classes I have designed and taught include: MGMT X497.22 Foundations of LeadershipMGMT X447 Conflict Resolution Toolkit: Analyzing, Diagnosing, and Resolving ConflictMGMT X409.17 Emotional and Contextual Intelligence SkillsMGMT X496.12 Situational LeadershipEmail EtiquetteEffective Team LeadershipCreating a Culture of CollaborationTime Management EssentialsCreating Engaging PresentationsCollaboration in a QuarantineCommunication Styles: How to Connect When You Have Little In CommonClients range from local city and county governments and agencies, medium and large corportations, and state governement agencies. Show less

Adjunct Faculty, Department of Communication Studies & Department of Leadership and Organizational PsychologyCourses taught:COMM 211, Professional Communication (presentation skills, resume writing, interview skills, business writing)COMM 335, Leadership Communication (How leaders effectively communicate with stakeholders and teams).LDRS 571, Leadership for a Learning Environment (adult education theory, dialog education)LDRS 516, Leadership Development and Practice… Show more Adjunct Faculty, Department of Communication Studies & Department of Leadership and Organizational PsychologyCourses taught:COMM 211, Professional Communication (presentation skills, resume writing, interview skills, business writing)COMM 335, Leadership Communication (How leaders effectively communicate with stakeholders and teams).LDRS 571, Leadership for a Learning Environment (adult education theory, dialog education)LDRS 516, Leadership Development and Practice (Developing leadership training programs, mentoring, personal leadership development)OPSY 520, Consultative Applications of Organizational Psychology (Coursework provides an overview of organizational consulting models and frameworks and focuses on the fundamental steps in the consulting process that lead to high impact outcomes) Show less

Newleaf Training and Development delivers seminars, keynotes, coaching and e-learning to help people and organizations better manage themselves, lead others and grow business acumen. Since launching in early 2006, they have served clients all over the United States and around the world.

Cooper Consulting Group Inc., is dedicated to improving organizational effectiveness by enhancing leadership skills and creating cohesive teams.After a needs assessment, we will identify the appropriate existing program or customize a plan for your organization using a variety of tools, such as coaching, training, consulting, and workshops. Individuals are always welcome!Our expert team is highly trained, certified in areas of their expertise, and have graduate or doctorate… Show more Cooper Consulting Group Inc., is dedicated to improving organizational effectiveness by enhancing leadership skills and creating cohesive teams.After a needs assessment, we will identify the appropriate existing program or customize a plan for your organization using a variety of tools, such as coaching, training, consulting, and workshops. Individuals are always welcome!Our expert team is highly trained, certified in areas of their expertise, and have graduate or doctorate degrees in organizational leadership, change management, industrial psychology or applied psychology. Our organization uses world-class assessments and high-quality coaching, facilitation and consulting materials. We have a reputation for delivering high-quality workshops and insightful coaching sessions.Our clients include; Panasonic, Mercedes Benz, Google, Canidae, Castor & Pollux, Thoratec, HBO, LA Department of Water and Power, Microsoft, CSUF, Texas A&M, Homeland Security, US Army Corps of Engineers, and the City of San Diego. Please go to https://www.cooperconsultinggroup.com/clients/ for a broader list. Show less

Character Voice Performer and Interactive Video Actor for living character shows. Perform as Crush the Sea Turtle for Turtle Talk With Crush.

Designed and implemented programs to equip leaders of startups and established organizations to launch new businesses, scale existing businesses, and multiply healthy leadership with a vision for advancing the common good. I also developed and launched a new consulting business focused on team and organizational health.

⋅ Developed and delivered training curricula for staff and volunteers to become more effective up-front communicators⋅ Consulted with regional and national leaders to develop leadership training curriculum⋅ Featured keynote speaker at local, regional and national conferences. Audience size ranging from 100-5,000.⋅ Designed a series of training videos and drafted articles to add to resource library

⋅ Trained and developed five team leaders and 60 staff and interns from an international student-based nonprofit on 15 Southern California and Arizona university campuses⋅ Grew organizational presence by 100% in 4 years (5-10 locations)⋅ Developed online platform to deliver training and tools to students nationwide. Grew participation from 20 locations to 130 in one year.⋅ Launched a Twitter Meetup to aid in resource sharing across campuses nation-wide; Resulted in 100 participants,… Show more ⋅ Trained and developed five team leaders and 60 staff and interns from an international student-based nonprofit on 15 Southern California and Arizona university campuses⋅ Grew organizational presence by 100% in 4 years (5-10 locations)⋅ Developed online platform to deliver training and tools to students nationwide. Grew participation from 20 locations to 130 in one year.⋅ Launched a Twitter Meetup to aid in resource sharing across campuses nation-wide; Resulted in 100 participants, 50,000 impressions, and 300 Tweets⋅ Directed all program content for four regional conferences for 3,200+ students for four years⋅ Secured individual donor grants for $85,000 annually and develop community partners by cultivating and maintaining productive relationships⋅ Successfully directed short-term leadership development programs for 100+ students and 40+ staff Show less

⋅ Directed 15-person team to achieve or exceed organizational goals and objectives; Increased membership from 150 to 500 (300+%)⋅ Oversaw a $500,000 budget⋅ Cultivated and nurtured relationships with current or potential donors; Secured first-time $20,000 university grant that entailed coaching students to present before the university’s Fees Committee⋅ Developed cross-cultural, international partnerships in China, Brazil, and Australia

-Led five-person team in setting goals and developing strategies to meet stated goals, growing student involvement from 10 to 100 (900%)-Oversaw budget of $200,000

Grew total student involvement from 20 to 250 in 5 years.Launched new chapter at UW-Whitewater.

Creator of the popular comic "UW Melnish" featuring Felding Melnish. Published weekly for 4 years throughout my undergrad education.