Leadership Institute

Meet the Instructors

The Leadership Institute’s distinguished faculty come from a broad range of fields and disciplines. Their exceptional combination of academic expertise and professional experience guarantees a leading-edge education and professional development.

2009-2010 lead instructors

Karla Montgomery, M.A.
Karla is an expert in human resource development and organizational development. Learn more »

Stephany Good, M.A.
Stephany has worked as a law enforcement supervisor, manager and administrator for state, local and county law enforcement. Learn more »

Deb Magnuson, M.A.
Debby is a senior consultant in leadership development services at Personnel Decisions International (PDI). Learn more »

2009-2010 retreat instructors and career coaches

Nena Backer
Nena Backer is the director of instructional design and intellectual property for leadership development at Personnel Decisions International (PDI). Learn more »

Jacqueline Byrd, Ph.D.
Jacqueline is president of the Richard Byrd Company, a Minneapolis-based organization that works both national and international companies. Learn more »

Kathy Curran, Ph.D.
Kathy is the principal owner of Resources for Creative Change, Inc. Learn more »

Janice Downing
Janice, CEO of Common Sense Consulting@Work, has 20 years of experience as a human resources professional.

Lecia Grossman, CPCC
Lecia is a certified professional life coach, consultant, facilitator, training designer and speaker. Learn more »

Mirja Hanson, MBA, Ed.D.
Mirja is a facilitator, consultant, instructor and author.

Mary Beth Lamb
Mary Beth has helped business people all over the world develop cultural competency. Learn more »

Diane Nettifee, M.A.T.
Diane is the founder and president of Magis Ventures. Learn more »

Verna Cornelia Price, Ph.D.
Verna is the founder, president and principal consultant of J. Cameron & Associates. Learn more »

Roshini Rajkumar
Roshini owns Roshini Multi Media and is a media consultant and presentation trainer. Learn more »