My career has taken me into many organizations, but at each stop you’d see my deep passion for making a difference, a sharp intellect that creates clarity out of complexity, enduring optimism for others, gratitude, and spiritual wonder. Clients tell me that I’m an unusual blend of visionary and practical – able to see what’s possible in any situation but knowing what to do differently tomorrow to realize the possibility. By education, I’m an economist (Penn State-BS and MIT-PhD) who left a University of Wisconsin Madison assistant professorship after two years because I’m an advocate more than intellect. I relish applying knowledge rather than creating it. I started Plantes Company following the birth of my daughter, Lauren, who is now 30. We help leaders create thriving businesses through business model innovation and sharpened strategic leadership skills. We work largely with B2B companies, but…
