Join Denison Consulting’s Chairman, Joe Eazor, CEO, Gerard Brossard, and Founding Partner, Dan Denison, for an intro to the new Denison Consulting.

Join Pierre Schuurmans, COO & Partner at Birch Hill Equity Partners, and Matthew Stevens, CEO of Bay Club, as they explore how culture drives operational excellence and M&A success in Private Equity. Learn how Birch Hill leverages data-driven strategies and the Denison Model to enhance performance, while Matthew shares how a strong culture fuels growth at Bay Club. Gain actionable insights on using culture as a strategic asset for long-term success and transforming your organization into a high-performing powerhouse.

Helen Irving, CEO and President of Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, will share her experience navigating the challenges of a low-morale workforce and a $125M construction project while leading the world’s largest non-profit animal hospital. She will discuss how addressing leadership development, core values, and strategic planning became crucial to improving staff retention and breaking down organizational silos post-COVID.

Join Dr. Charles Barber, a seasoned federal leader, for a conversation that will center on how to better leverage data acumen and a laser focus on culture to reimagine how we cultivate the synergy between meritocracy and diversity. This talk depicts a great example of a leadership polarity, “it does not have to be diversity or meritocracy…but it can be both and”.

Join the Denison team for a brief recap of themes from Day 1.

Join Brad Bunn, DLA’s Vice Director, as he explores the four transformation imperatives of the Defense Logistics Agency. DLA’s Strategic Plan 2025 – 2030 focuses on Four Transformation Imperatives: People, Precision, Posture, and Partnerships. For 20 years DLA has taken an intentional approach to culture and leadership development, recognizing that the Mission requires a workforce that is prepared to meet tomorrow’s challenges. You will learn why DLA believes that Mission, Strategy, and Culture are inextricably linked.

Join Jason Bingham, CEO of Springs Window Fashions, for a session designed to provide new C-suite leaders with a clear understanding of key objectives to achieve from the outset. This presentation will cover a detailed startup process aimed at ensuring success in a new leadership role, emphasizing the importance of defining goals and executing them effectively.

Join Khalid Temairik as he shares the remarkable journey of transforming a modest family business into a Middle Eastern CPG powerhouse. Discover how Basamh Group’s dynamic culture fuels innovation, powers iconic brands like Goody, and fosters global partnerships with industry leaders like General Mills.

Kristin Orlowski, Chief People Officer at Calibre Scientific, brings over 20 years of experience across various industries. She has seen firsthand how investing in leadership and culture, with discipline and consistency, can lead to people performance turnarounds, driving strong business and financial results. In this session, Kristin shares insights on the key elements for success, from executive buy-in to measuring and recalibrating progress. She will also highlight best practices using Denison leadership tools and Calibre’s journey in building leadership development and culture transformation, featuring stories from leaders positively impacted by her team’s efforts.

Join an exclusive panel of industry leaders—Jay Ferro, Michael Ross, Andy Mattes, and Sandi Karrmann—as they explore how culture drives business performance and transformation. Moderated by Denison Consulting’s Joe Eazor and Gerard Brossard, this session will cover key topics like culture’s role in M&As, global vs. local cultural dynamics, and its impact on innovation and financial outcomes. With insights from tech, HR, manufacturing, and more, the panel will provide actionable strategies to leverage culture as a powerful tool for growth and competitive advantage.