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Introducing, our team.

Our Facilitation Team

Dan Quinn

Dan is the Chief of Instructional Design and Coaching Services for the Leadership Foundry. Dan served over 25 years in the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant having taught at multiple professional development schools and having led numerous national leadership and diversity initiatives. He has over 20 years of leadership development and executive coaching experience in government, corporate, educational and nonprofit sectors facilitating hundreds of training and coaching initiatives for leaders and teams at every level of the organization.

Expertise:

 Professional Background:  Visiting Professor for the Department of Workforce Education at Southern Illinois University / Functional Manager for HR Advisor Program, Air National Guard / Superintendent of Professional Development, Air National Guard / Professional Military Education Instructor

 Education:  Ed.S. Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln Memorial University /M.S. / B.S. Workforce Education, Training & Development, Southern Illinois University / B.A. Business Administration, Limestone College / ACC Credentialed Executive Coach – International Coaches Federation (ICF)

LinkedIn:  Dan Quinn

Brian Hogg

Brian is a Leadership Development Consultant for the Leadership Foundry. Brian has been at the forefront of luxury hospitality and service delivery with over 20 years of on-the-job and classroom based instruction. He has held several operations management positions requiring him to lead large, diverse workforces and overseeing the strategic and financial effectiveness of his departments. These roles provided the basis for a transition into Human Resources, where Brian quickly became highly regarded for new property openings, transitions & acquisitions, and labor relations. A hallmark of his hotel tenure has been his ability to work across all segments of society to motivate and achieve common goals for the business and career mobility for the employees.

Expertise:

Professional Background:  Director of Human Resources, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa-Montelucia / Director of Human Resources, Four Season Hotel-St. Louis

Education:   International Law, University Of Texas School Of Law / B.A., Political Science and Economics, Tulane University / Certified Human Resources Executive, American Hotel & Lodging Association.

LinkedIn:  Brian Hogg

Melissa Faulkner

Dr. Melissa Faulkner is a Senior Instructor and Technical Writer for Leadership Foundry. Melissa spent over 20 years in higher education as a tenured professor, Department Chair, and Director of Tutoring and Learning Services, as well as initiating and directing a variety of programs and initiatives. She has received many awards and grants including a Faculty Excellence in Teaching award from the Higher Learning Commission and a Teagle Foundation grant. Dr. Faulkner has published a variety of articles and presented at conferences across North America. She also has a keen interest in mindfulness and health, holding certifications as a trauma informed yoga instructor, meditation coach, and social and emotional learning facilitator.

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Edye Washington, LPC/NCC

Edye is a Leadership Development Consultant for the Leadership Foundry. Edye is a National Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked with individuals and groups and serves as a motivating force to assist them in positive growth and achievement of their goals. Prior to joining The Leadership Foundry, Edye was in law enforcement for over 20 years. Edye has facilitated in-service training for Law Enforcement agencies and non-profit organizations including topics about leadership challenges and engagement, diversity and inclusion, generational cohorts, racial profiling and unbiased policing.

Expertise:

Professional Background: Illinois State Trooper / Police Officer I and II / Licensed Professional Counselor

Education: M.A., Education and Human Development Counseling, Bradley University / B.S., Liberal Arts and Sciences and Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

LinkedIn: Edye Washington

Bill Wofford

Bill is a Leadership Development Consultant for the Leadership Foundry. Bill has been actively involved in junior and senior leader development throughout his 43-year military career, and is utilizing that skillset and expertise in the classroom now as a Facilitator with the Leadership Foundry where he is responsible for conducting professional development and personal awareness seminars.  Prior to his retirement in 2015, he served as the Adjutant General of the Arkansas National Guard, where he was responsible for the command of almost 10,000 Soldiers and Airman in the Arkansas Army and Air National Guard.

Expertise:

Professional Background:  Adjutant General, Arkansas National Guard

 Education:  B.S., Mathematics, Arkansas Tech University / Graduate, US Army War College / Graduate, Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government Black Sea Security Program / Graduate, Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Government National Security Leadership Course

LinkedIn:  Bill Wofford

 

 

Danny Doucette

Danny is a Senior Instructor and Executive Coach consultant for Leadership Foundry, a division of Xator Corporation. In 2018, he retired as a Chief Master Sergeant as the Commandant, United States Air Force First Sergeant Academy.  Danny was responsible for the training and development of Air Force First Sergeants through a blended facilitated distance learning and in-residence program of instruction. Additionally, he was responsible for the development and validation of the course curriculum, to include the materials used to train additional duty First Sergeants throughout the active duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve components.   He brings over 27 years of senior leadership with experience primarily leading and coaching at all levels.  He has extensive background in human resources management, educational development, training and education, and call centers.  In addition, he is a dynamic communicator with a wide range of audiences from 500 to 15 attendees. He has 12 years of experience as Adjunct Professor in Organizational Leadership, Organizational Behavior, Strategic Management, and coaching with over 4,000 hours facilitating distance learning as Adjunct Professor and over 2,500 podium hours.

Expertise:

Professional Background: Commandant, United States Air Force First Sergeant Academy / ANG Advisor to Air University / Superintendent, Air Force Reserve Personnel Center / Paralegal / Senior Human Resources Advisor / Keystone – National Defense University, Leadership Enhancement Course – University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, Enterprise Leadership Seminar – Center for Creative Leadership / Adjunct Professor for Columbia College and SNHU

 Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Justice and Law Administration, Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in Management, Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in Human Resources, and Executive Coaching certificate. He is a certified practitioner in the MBTI assessments.

He is a retired New York City Police Officer and served during September 11, 2001.  He is also a Board of Visitors (BOV) for the Air Force Aid Society.   Danny and his spouse have two great children and lives in “Sweet Home Alabama.”

LinkedIn: Danny Doucette

 

 

David Chancellor

David is a Senior Instructor with Xator’s Leadership Foundry. While he spent most of his career working in the IT field, most recently as Xator’s IT Manager, he has always had a passion for helping people become as effective and efficient as they can be. Supporting a broad range of IT users throughout the organization, he found providing training and documentation to be the most satisfying aspects of his position. Consequently, he was very grateful for the opportunity to join the Leadership Foundry team, and to assist with their mission. David has also previously worked as an adjunct instructor for Northwest Florida State College, and has provided course development and instruction services to the Royal Saudi Air Force. He is certified in multiple psychological instruments, including the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation – Behavior (FIRO-B).

Expertise:

Education: B.S., International Trade and Finance, Louisiana State University

Our Support Team

Angela Shank

Angela is a Course Coordinator for the Leadership Foundry. Prior to joining the Leadership Foundry, Angela worked in both operational and managerial capacities in the Hotel, Conference and Events industry for over 10 years.  She started her career with ARAMARK, at The National Conference Center, the largest conference facility in ARAMARK Conference Centers’ portfolio.

 Professional Background:  Front Office Manager / Sales and Business Development Manager, ARAMARK’s National Conference Center, Health Coach

 Education:  B.S., Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management, The Pennsylvania State University / Graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Training Program (Jan 2017 Graduation)

LinkedIn:  Angela Shank

 

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