Our Thought Leaders
Valerie Irick Rainford
Leadership
Valerie Rainford writes What Leadership Looks Like, exploring the leadership decisions that shape organizational performance, workplace culture, and opportunity.
Drawing on decades of executive leadership, board service, and advisory experience, she helps leaders see the invisible decisions that influence how organizations perform—and how they can lead more intentionally.
Jodi Bepler
Talent Practices & Diagnostics
Jodi Bepler writes about the talent practices that influence hiring, development, and organizational performance.
Drawing on extensive experience in recruiting and talent diagnostics, she helps leaders examine the systems, processes, and everyday decisions that shape how talent is identified, evaluated, and advanced.
Kristi Irwin-Newberry
AI Talent Insights
Kristi Irwin-Newberry explores how artificial intelligence, emerging technology, and evolving research are reshaping talent decisions.
Through AI Talent Insights, she translates complex developments into practical guidance that helps leaders understand AI's role in hiring and prepare for what's next.