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Randy Pennington    

Author, Change Management Expert, Hall of Fame Speaker

Randy Pennington is author of the award-winning books "Results Rule!" and "Make Change Work." His insights have appeared in Fast Company, Entrepreneur, The New York Times, and many professional/trade association journals, and as a contributor to the Huffington Post. His expertise has made him a respected guest commentator with appearances on CNN, PBS, Fox News, the ABC Radio Network, and the BBC.

Pennington's background is a unique blend of line, staff, and consulting experiences ranging from hourly employee to senior management. He holds a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Psychology and has completed postgraduate work in Organization Administration and Management. He has been involved in helping organizations deliver positive results in a world of accelerating change for over 20 years, serving clients like Alabama Power Company, Motorola, and Sprint.

In addition to his writing and media appearances, Pennington has been an adjunct instructor at the Cox Business Leadership Center at Southern Methodist University since 1991, where he has earned 21 Teaching Excellence Awards. He was also inducted into the National Speakers Association Speaker Hall of Fame in 2009 and is a past Chairman of the Board for both the American Heart Association, Texas Affiliate, and the National Speakers Association Foundation Board of Trustees. Pennington provides keynote presentations, facilitation, strategic workshops, and in-depth consulting and advisory support, focusing on delivering positive results in uncertain and changing environments.

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Leading in the New Next®

Are you prepared for the seismic shifts redefining business, communities, and individual life? Will you be relevant in a world transformed by rapid change, technological advances, and globalization Flourish® shares seven unique behaviors and competencies that must be mastered to stay ahead of change, add value to customers, and sustain a cohesive, focused culture.

Integrity-Driven® Leadership

What if you could have a blueprint for becoming the leader you always wanted to be … one who inspires trust, respect, commitment, and results from others? Here’s the good news – the blueprint exists. This powerful program lays out a clear path for becoming a leader who inspires others to achieve greatness in a turbulent, changing world.

RESULTS RULE!® Be a Hero in a Changing World

Your organization is either a hero, has-been, or wanna-be. That’s why creating a culture where every person at every level is committed to delivering amazing results creates a competitive advantage that clears the playing field. Participants in this hard-hitting, fast-paced session receive practical strategies and tools for creating and sustaining a winning culture.

Make Change Work®: Stay Nimble, Relevant, and Engaged in a World of Constant Change

Change and uncertainty no longer influence the environment — they are the environment. This session provides practical tools to help leaders and organizations meet the challenges of continuous change in these transformational times. Participants in this entertaining, fast-paced session receive practical strategies and tools based on Randy Pennington’s 25+ years of experience helping organizations initiate and manage change.

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