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09/27/2025
030. Building a Leadership Team for a Transformational Organization
Presenter: Dena Cordova Jack
Level of Complexity: Intermediate
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
In today’s fast-changing business landscape, especially within industries like lumber and building materials and other adjunct industries, transformation is no longer optional. But the real engine behind successful change isn’t just technology or restructuring. It’s leadership. This session explores the essential leadership traits and team dynamics required to drive meaningful, lasting organizational transformation. Drawing on real-world experience in an industry that’s often slow to evolve, I’ll outline the pitfalls of legacy thinking and provide a practical roadmap for building a leadership team capable of thriving amid disruption. Attendees will learn: How to assess the leadership team you have (vs. the one you wish you had) What separates a transformational leader from a great manager Why learning, experimentation, and risk-taking must be embedded in your leadership culture How to break silos, align vision, and build leadership bench strength for the future This is a wake-up call for companies still clinging to "the way we’ve always done it." If your leadership team isn’t ready to evolve, your transformation journey is already in jeopardy. Audience: Executive leaders, HR and OD professionals, innovation officers, and managers tasked with leading cultural or operational change Style: Candid, high-energy, and rooted in practical application—this is transformation with a hard hat on.
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The Credit Overlord: A Decade of Credit Advice Unleashed, Volume 1
Thea Dudley
Embark on an insightful journey through the complex world of credit and collections with Credit Advice Unleashed Volume I, the first installment in an indispensable series. This collection brings together a decade’s worth of Thea Dudley’s highly regarded advice columns, showcasing her unmatched expertise and unfiltered insights. With over 35 years of experience in the building materials and construction industry, Thea Dudley has earned her title as the ‘Credit Overlord,’ offering sharp-witted guidance, practical solutions, and an unapologetically candid approach that professionals in the field have come to rely on.
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Whether you’re tackling overdue accounts, negotiating with clients, or streamlining internal processes, this book is your guide to mastering the intricacies of credit management. Experience Thea Dudley’s unparalleled voice and let her years of experience elevate your credit and collections game.
