“I had the privilege of working closely with Brian for five years, and during that time, I witnessed firsthand what true leadership looks like. As a CIO, Brian brought far more than technical expertise—he was a driving force behind the evolution of our company’s culture. With my background in Learning and Development, I was particularly attuned to his strengths in emotional intelligence, coaching, and cultural leadership. He understood that high-performing teams aren’t just built on strategy, they’re built on trust, self-awareness, and the ability to inspire others. Whether leading a major initiative or having a one-on-one conversation, Brian showed up with authenticity, empathy, and the ability to turn challenges into opportunities for growth. He was also a strong advocate for Positive Intelligence, weaving resilience and mindset training into leadership practices in a way that truly resonated across the organization. His impact on our people and our culture was profound, and his legacy continues in the leaders he mentored and the values he championed. Brian the kind of leader who raises the bar—not just for performance, but for how people feel about the work they do and the environment they do it in.”
Brian Andrews
Carlsbad, California, United States
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Last week, I had the privilege of facilitating a workshop with the inspiring leaders of SIM San Diego's Women in Technology (SIMSDWIT) organization…
Last week, I had the privilege of facilitating a workshop with the inspiring leaders of SIM San Diego's Women in Technology (SIMSDWIT) organization…
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Project Management Institute
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Coach and mentor groups of project management professionals on a variety of functional, technical, leadership, and personal development topics in a learning pod format that meet over a 7-week cohort program.
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California State University San Marcos, Management Information Systems Department
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Brain-Based Conversation Skills
NeuroLeadership Institute
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Communication Strategies
IDS 0705
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Electronic Commerce
IDS 0696
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Integrative Business Analysis
B A 0795
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Management Information Systems
IDS 0609
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Managerial Economics
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Marketing Planning and Programs
MKTG 0701
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MGT 0729
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Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation
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Top Tech Exec Honoree
San Diego Business Journal
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