Communicating Science, The Art of Social Discourse
We all struggle at times to find the right formula to be persuasive and to convincingly communicate our message to a targeted audience: this is true whether that audience is at a professional conference, representatives from the media, or a colleague. Sir. Winston Churchill used to practice for hours in front of a mirror to capture the right balance of [...]
Phase 1: Inspiring Faith in the Strategy
[clear] [clear] In STILE Point #2, the Three Phase Leadership Framework™ was introduced providing a more comprehensive view of sustainable leadership throughout the lifecycle of an initiative. Phase 1 of any initiative involves developing a strategy. As discussed in STILE Point #1 on the Performance Trilogy®, the strategy must be compelling; that is, well thought out, highly competitive and well communicated. [...]
Three Phase Leadership Framework™
In the first STILE Point on the Performance Trilogy™, the secret to successful performance was to focus on three core processes; strategy, execution and development. Understanding each of the processes and utilizing the process tools however is necessary but not sufficient for success. Specific leadership actions are required during each of the three phases to inspire staff and keep them [...]
The Performance Trilogy®
The business literature today provides an overwhelming array of leadership and management articles and books. This literature is not as helpful as it could be. On the one hand, they are written for fellow experts and introduce new and oftentimes confusing, complex theories and language to describe management processes. On the other hand, there are many articles and books written [...]
Dr. Tony Graffeo
ANTHONY GRAFFEO, Ph.D Tony is a veteran Senior Executive, C-Suite Officer, Entrepreneur, Consultant, and Board Member with significant success in biopharma, pharmaceuticals, research and development (R&D), medical products, science, and technology. Leveraging extensive experience in turnaround and innovation, he is a valuable asset for small to midsize similar-sector companies looking for restructure, new business development, and profit. His broad areas [...]
Dr. Mahfouz Ebeid Tadros
Ph.D, Marketing, Business Management, Cornell University Expertise: Economic Development, STI, Knowledge Economy Industry Experience: Public-Private-Partnerships (PPP) Dr. Tadros has over 40 years of experience in international and economic development. He served in senior positions at the World Bank Headquarters and field offices in South Asia (India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka), East Asia (Myanmar (Burma)), Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East [...]
Mr. Narayana M. Subramanian
Masters of E-Business, University of Southern Queensland, Australia B.E.(Computer Eng.), University of Bombay, India Expertise: Information Technology Consultant; Management Consultant; Programme/Project Management Industry Experience: Research Institutions, International Organizations, Manufacturing, Core IT Consulting Mr. Subramanian has over 18 years of experience in the IT industry and provides consulting support in the following areas: Process Re-Engineering, Business-IT Alignment, Knowledge Management (KM) Portals [...]
Dr. Jon L. Olson
PhD Sociology, University of Southern California Expertise: Strategy, Organizational Culture, Performance Management Industry Experience: Energy, Environment As an Associate in Graffeo & Associates, Dr. Olson provides senior consulting support in business strategy, innovation management, organizational design, performance measurement, culture change, human resource management, and process redesign. Dr. Olson has over 35 years of experience as an organizational consultant and project [...]
Richard J. Chidester, esq.
Juris Doctor, University of New Hampshire Pierce Law Center Expertise: Client Relationship Management; Technology Management Industry Experience: Oil and Gas; Energy As an Associate in Graffeo & Associates, Richard Chidester provides senior consulting support in client relationship management, business development, technology management and commercialization. Mr. Chidester has over 25 years of experience as a project manager and business unit manager [...]