Deedee is known as a thought and practice leader in transformative change and organizational evolution for people and organizations. Her work with boards, executive teams, and staff results in progressive yet pragmatic communication and behavioral practices that add sustainable and intrinsic value. She is a catalyst for updating organizational structures that leverage people's values. Deedee uses appreciative inquiry for strategic planning, deep-seated succession planning from the emerging leader through the board level, generative board practices, and advancing leadership presence and execution to organize individuals, teams, and organizations in a shared vision for the future. She contributes to advancing thought leadership through frequent speaking engagements, articles, and blogs. She has presented at the International Transformative Learning Conference and co-authored articles on transformative change. Deedee has a master’s degree in organizational development, a Ph.D. in human development, a master’s level in somatic coaching, and a PCC in coaching from the International Coaching Federation.