Robert Carpenter is a nationally-recognized authority on leadership and management practices. An executive coach, consultant and seminar leader for over 20 years, he has worked with public and private companies as well as organizations in the not-for-profit and trade union worlds. His work with executives in North America, Europe, and Asia makes him a unique resource with experience that is broad yet deep. Robert's focus is on motivating and on building workplace relationships, which heighten employee engagement. He imparts practical ways to resolve on-the-job issues and teaches executives how to inspire their staffs, creating in people a passion for the work they do and for the organization in which they do it. Prior to founding his own firm, Robert held sales and management positions at IBM and Digital Equipment Corporation. His background also includes senior roles with management development firms and participation in the launch of two start-up companies, in addition to his own firm. A long-term faculty member of the American Management Association, Robert holds an MBA degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Business and numerous management development certifications and credentials.