AFFLINK

Michael is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the industry. Having served as the Senior Vice President, Business Development before assuming the role of President and Chief Executive Officer at AFFLINK, he brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his leadership position. With an impressive 18-year tenure at the company, Michael has successfully led various business units, including the Industrial Packaging Division, National Accounts, Marketing and Events, and Indirect Spend solutions for PFG operating companies. For Michael, finding creative ways to take the company to the next level of success is what he loves most about his job. He is a member of the ISSA and USGBC, and a supporter of Alabama River Keepers and Wounded Warrior Project. When he’s not developing AFFLINK’s next marketing strategy, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, reading, cooking, and fishing.

Impact Sales Systems

Amy Rudy has been a dedicated sales coach and business advisor since 2007. Through her company, Impact Sales Systems (www.impactsalessystems.com), Amy collaborates with business owners and their sales teams, focusing on the behaviors that drive successful selling. She tackles issues in sales processes and addresses challenges impacting results and incomes, ensuring her clients achieve their goals. Amy has worked closely with a number of our AFFLINK members, leveraging her sales expertise to enhance their growth strategies and improve overall sales performance. Before founding Impact Sales Systems, Amy established ACR Computer Resources in 1994, a software development firm that provided custom software solutions to both regional and national clients. From 1987 to 1994, she played a crucial role in developing the merchant services division, Brown-Forman Enterprises, at Brown-Forman. Amy is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, where she shares her expertise on Revenue Generation and Business Growth. She is actively involved in several organizations, including U of L’s Family Business Center, where she facilitates a NextGen Roundtable, and One Southern Indiana’s Metro Manufacturing Alliance as a roundtable facilitator. Additionally, Amy is a member of The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana’s Impact 100 and Louisville Impact 100, and she recently joined the Alumni Board of Prosser Vocational Center. She also serves as a Trustee on the board of Spalding University. Amy has previously served on the boards of Goodwill Industries of Southern Indiana and NAWBO-Kentucky’s Board of Directors. In 2018, she participated in Let’s Dance Louisville, a Dancing with The Stars-style competition to raise funds for Feed My Neighbor. Residing in Louisville with her husband Lewis, Amy is a proud mother and deeply devoted to her community.

The Center for Financial, Legal & Tan Planning, Inc.

Roman Basi is the President of the Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, Inc. He is an Attorney and CPA and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Roman is also a Real Estate Broker, Title Insurance Agent, and a Private Pilot with an instrument rating. His law and accounting practice focuses on Mergers and Acquisitions of Privately Held Companies across the U.S., as well as Business Valuations, Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Tax Law, and Real Estate. Roman is a highly sought after speaker touring the nation on a continuous basis speaking to numerous Associations. He is also the President and Managing Broker of Heartland Realty & Rentals, Inc. and the Managing Member of Woodland Rental Properties, LLC – companies that own and manage approximately 300 units of real estate. Roman and his wife Brandi of 25 years, reside in Florida with their two daughters, Marissa and Alexis.

Indian River Consulting Group

Mike Marks co-founded the Indian River Consulting Group in April 1987. He began his consulting practice after working in distribution management for more than 20 years. Over the years, his narrow focus in B2B channel-driven markets has created an astonishing number of deep executive relationships with virtually every business vertical in construction, process, MRO/OEM, agriculture, and healthcare. Mike had the good fortune to spend significant time with Dr. Peter Drucker when he was in graduate school. Like Dr. Drucker, he has aspired to be a professional observer of the distribution industry’s growth and evolution for over half a century. Mike has written extensively and is frequently quoted on many industry issues. He has extensive board experience on both public and private distribution firms. His contributions to the field include serving multiple terms as a Research Fellow with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, permanent faculty at Purdue University’s University of Innovative Distribution, eight years as Graduate Adjunct Faculty in the Industrial Distribution Program at Texas A & M University and rendering several precedent-setting expert opinions in contract disputes between manufacturers and distributors. Prior to forming IRCG, Mike held the position of Executive Vice President at Lex Electronics, an $800 million vertically integrated electronics distributor in Stamford, CT. Mike’s path to management in his early career was through increasing responsibilities in sales and sales management. He even completed a tour of duty as a manufacturer’s representative. Mike is 75 years old and is in a multiple year buyout with his partners. He has two grown children and two granddaughters. He serves currently as an outside director at Zero Zone, Alaska Rubber Products, and Exotic Automation. As an advisory board member in the College of Business at the Florida Institute of Technology where he mentors students, teaches prompt engineering, and is chairman of the curriculum committee. He was also an SCCA Florida Region Endurance Racing Champion in 2024, but he is not in the mix for 2024.

Effective Inventory Management, Inc.

Matt Schreibfeder is Vice President of Analytics for Effective Inventory Management, Inc. EIM is a firm dedicated to helping manufacturers, distributors, service centers and large retailers get the most out of their investment in stock inventory. Matt came to EIM after extensive experience as a project and construction analyst at Exxon Mobil, and prior to that served as a nuclear submarine officer in the U.S. Navy. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Virginia Military Institute and a master’s degree in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.

Bienvenu Coaching, LLC

Tara is passionate about Leadership! She asserts that a leader is one who takes responsibility for their world. As an Executive & Neuro Performance Coach, Facilitator, Trainer and Speaker, Tara’s approach is purpose and results focused. Leveraging her knowledge, experience, and accomplishments within the corporate, private, and entrepreneurial environments, and as a mother of two amazing daughters, Tara understands the complexities of business, organization, and life systems. Her ability to meet others where they are complimented by her super powers of depth and intuition, calls others forth to their greatness for the sake of personal, professional, and organizational success.

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Impact Sales Systems

Amy Rudy has been a dedicated sales coach and business advisor since 2007. Through her company, Impact Sales Systems (www.impactsalessystems.com), Amy collaborates with business owners and their sales teams, focusing on the behaviors that drive successful selling. She tackles issues in sales processes and addresses challenges impacting results and incomes, ensuring her clients achieve their goals. Amy has worked closely with a number of our AFFLINK members, leveraging her sales expertise to enhance their growth strategies and improve overall sales performance. Before founding Impact Sales Systems, Amy established ACR Computer Resources in 1994, a software development firm that provided custom software solutions to both regional and national clients. From 1987 to 1994, she played a crucial role in developing the merchant services division, Brown-Forman Enterprises, at Brown-Forman. Amy is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, where she shares her expertise on Revenue Generation and Business Growth. She is actively involved in several organizations, including U of L’s Family Business Center, where she facilitates a NextGen Roundtable, and One Southern Indiana’s Metro Manufacturing Alliance as a roundtable facilitator. Additionally, Amy is a member of The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana’s Impact 100 and Louisville Impact 100, and she recently joined the Alumni Board of Prosser Vocational Center. She also serves as a Trustee on the board of Spalding University. Amy has previously served on the boards of Goodwill Industries of Southern Indiana and NAWBO-Kentucky’s Board of Directors. In 2018, she participated in Let’s Dance Louisville, a Dancing with The Stars-style competition to raise funds for Feed My Neighbor. Residing in Louisville with her husband Lewis, Amy is a proud mother and deeply devoted to her community.

Indian River Consulting Group

Mike Marks co-founded the Indian River Consulting Group in April 1987. He began his consulting practice after working in distribution management for more than 20 years. Over the years, his narrow focus in B2B channel-driven markets has created an astonishing number of deep executive relationships with virtually every business vertical in construction, process, MRO/OEM, agriculture, and healthcare. Mike had the good fortune to spend significant time with Dr. Peter Drucker when he was in graduate school. Like Dr. Drucker, he has aspired to be a professional observer of the distribution industry’s growth and evolution for over half a century. Mike has written extensively and is frequently quoted on many industry issues. He has extensive board experience on both public and private distribution firms. His contributions to the field include serving multiple terms as a Research Fellow with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, permanent faculty at Purdue University’s University of Innovative Distribution, eight years as Graduate Adjunct Faculty in the Industrial Distribution Program at Texas A & M University and rendering several precedent-setting expert opinions in contract disputes between manufacturers and distributors. Prior to forming IRCG, Mike held the position of Executive Vice President at Lex Electronics, an $800 million vertically integrated electronics distributor in Stamford, CT. Mike’s path to management in his early career was through increasing responsibilities in sales and sales management. He even completed a tour of duty as a manufacturer’s representative. Mike is 75 years old and is in a multiple year buyout with his partners. He has two grown children and two granddaughters. He serves currently as an outside director at Zero Zone, Alaska Rubber Products, and Exotic Automation. As an advisory board member in the College of Business at the Florida Institute of Technology where he mentors students, teaches prompt engineering, and is chairman of the curriculum committee. He was also an SCCA Florida Region Endurance Racing Champion in 2024, but he is not in the mix for 2024.

Effective Inventory Management, Inc.

Matt Schreibfeder is Vice President of Analytics for Effective Inventory Management, Inc. EIM is a firm dedicated to helping manufacturers, distributors, service centers and large retailers get the most out of their investment in stock inventory. Matt came to EIM after extensive experience as a project and construction analyst at Exxon Mobil, and prior to that served as a nuclear submarine officer in the U.S. Navy. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Virginia Military Institute and a master’s degree in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.

Bienvenu Coaching, LLC

Tara is passionate about Leadership! She asserts that a leader is one who takes responsibility for their world. As an Executive & Neuro Performance Coach, Facilitator, Trainer and Speaker, Tara’s approach is purpose and results focused. Leveraging her knowledge, experience, and accomplishments within the corporate, private, and entrepreneurial environments, and as a mother of two amazing daughters, Tara understands the complexities of business, organization, and life systems. Her ability to meet others where they are complimented by her super powers of depth and intuition, calls others forth to their greatness for the sake of personal, professional, and organizational success.

The Center for Financial, Legal & Tan Planning, Inc.

Roman Basi is the President of the Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, Inc. He is an Attorney and CPA and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Roman is also a Real Estate Broker, Title Insurance Agent, and a Private Pilot with an instrument rating. His law and accounting practice focuses on Mergers and Acquisitions of Privately Held Companies across the U.S., as well as Business Valuations, Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Tax Law, and Real Estate. Roman is a highly sought after speaker touring the nation on a continuous basis speaking to numerous Associations. He is also the President and Managing Broker of Heartland Realty & Rentals, Inc. and the Managing Member of Woodland Rental Properties, LLC – companies that own and manage approximately 300 units of real estate. Roman and his wife Brandi of 25 years, reside in Florida with their two daughters, Marissa and Alexis.

UnleashWD

Founder of UnleashWD and Executive Producer of We Supply America, Dirk Beveridge is a pioneering force in wholesale distribution, with over 35 years of expertise in driving transformation and growth. As the visionary behind the We Supply America tour, Dirk champions the noble calling of distribution, highlighting the industry’s role in serving the greater good. Through his dynamic keynotes, including "Unleashing Potential: Leading Your Organization as a Force for Good," Dirk challenges leaders to reimagine their businesses as transformative forces that impact both profitability and societal well-being.

Impact Sales Systems

Amy Rudy has been a dedicated sales coach and business advisor since 2007. Through her company, Impact Sales Systems (www.impactsalessystems.com), Amy collaborates with business owners and their sales teams, focusing on the behaviors that drive successful selling. She tackles issues in sales processes and addresses challenges impacting results and incomes, ensuring her clients achieve their goals. Amy has worked closely with a number of our AFFLINK members, leveraging her sales expertise to enhance their growth strategies and improve overall sales performance. Before founding Impact Sales Systems, Amy established ACR Computer Resources in 1994, a software development firm that provided custom software solutions to both regional and national clients. From 1987 to 1994, she played a crucial role in developing the merchant services division, Brown-Forman Enterprises, at Brown-Forman. Amy is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, where she shares her expertise on Revenue Generation and Business Growth. She is actively involved in several organizations, including U of L’s Family Business Center, where she facilitates a NextGen Roundtable, and One Southern Indiana’s Metro Manufacturing Alliance as a roundtable facilitator. Additionally, Amy is a member of The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana’s Impact 100 and Louisville Impact 100, and she recently joined the Alumni Board of Prosser Vocational Center. She also serves as a Trustee on the board of Spalding University. Amy has previously served on the boards of Goodwill Industries of Southern Indiana and NAWBO-Kentucky’s Board of Directors. In 2018, she participated in Let’s Dance Louisville, a Dancing with The Stars-style competition to raise funds for Feed My Neighbor. Residing in Louisville with her husband Lewis, Amy is a proud mother and deeply devoted to her community.

The Center for Financial, Legal & Tan Planning, Inc.

Roman Basi is the President of the Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, Inc. He is an Attorney and CPA and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Roman is also a Real Estate Broker, Title Insurance Agent, and a Private Pilot with an instrument rating. His law and accounting practice focuses on Mergers and Acquisitions of Privately Held Companies across the U.S., as well as Business Valuations, Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Tax Law, and Real Estate. Roman is a highly sought after speaker touring the nation on a continuous basis speaking to numerous Associations. He is also the President and Managing Broker of Heartland Realty & Rentals, Inc. and the Managing Member of Woodland Rental Properties, LLC – companies that own and manage approximately 300 units of real estate. Roman and his wife Brandi of 25 years, reside in Florida with their two daughters, Marissa and Alexis.

Indian River Consulting Group

Mike Marks co-founded the Indian River Consulting Group in April 1987. He began his consulting practice after working in distribution management for more than 20 years. Over the years, his narrow focus in B2B channel-driven markets has created an astonishing number of deep executive relationships with virtually every business vertical in construction, process, MRO/OEM, agriculture, and healthcare. Mike had the good fortune to spend significant time with Dr. Peter Drucker when he was in graduate school. Like Dr. Drucker, he has aspired to be a professional observer of the distribution industry’s growth and evolution for over half a century. Mike has written extensively and is frequently quoted on many industry issues. He has extensive board experience on both public and private distribution firms. His contributions to the field include serving multiple terms as a Research Fellow with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, permanent faculty at Purdue University’s University of Innovative Distribution, eight years as Graduate Adjunct Faculty in the Industrial Distribution Program at Texas A & M University and rendering several precedent-setting expert opinions in contract disputes between manufacturers and distributors. Prior to forming IRCG, Mike held the position of Executive Vice President at Lex Electronics, an $800 million vertically integrated electronics distributor in Stamford, CT. Mike’s path to management in his early career was through increasing responsibilities in sales and sales management. He even completed a tour of duty as a manufacturer’s representative. Mike is 75 years old and is in a multiple year buyout with his partners. He has two grown children and two granddaughters. He serves currently as an outside director at Zero Zone, Alaska Rubber Products, and Exotic Automation. As an advisory board member in the College of Business at the Florida Institute of Technology where he mentors students, teaches prompt engineering, and is chairman of the curriculum committee. He was also an SCCA Florida Region Endurance Racing Champion in 2024, but he is not in the mix for 2024.

Effective Inventory Management, Inc.

Matt Schreibfeder is Vice President of Analytics for Effective Inventory Management, Inc. EIM is a firm dedicated to helping manufacturers, distributors, service centers and large retailers get the most out of their investment in stock inventory. Matt came to EIM after extensive experience as a project and construction analyst at Exxon Mobil, and prior to that served as a nuclear submarine officer in the U.S. Navy. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Virginia Military Institute and a master’s degree in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.

Bienvenu Coaching, LLC

Tara is passionate about Leadership! She asserts that a leader is one who takes responsibility for their world. As an Executive & Neuro Performance Coach, Facilitator, Trainer and Speaker, Tara’s approach is purpose and results focused. Leveraging her knowledge, experience, and accomplishments within the corporate, private, and entrepreneurial environments, and as a mother of two amazing daughters, Tara understands the complexities of business, organization, and life systems. Her ability to meet others where they are complimented by her super powers of depth and intuition, calls others forth to their greatness for the sake of personal, professional, and organizational success.

UnleashWD

Founder of UnleashWD and Executive Producer of We Supply America, Dirk Beveridge is a pioneering force in wholesale distribution, with over 35 years of expertise in driving transformation and growth. As the visionary behind the We Supply America tour, Dirk champions the noble calling of distribution, highlighting the industry’s role in serving the greater good. Through his dynamic keynotes, including "Unleashing Potential: Leading Your Organization as a Force for Good," Dirk challenges leaders to reimagine their businesses as transformative forces that impact both profitability and societal well-being.

Selling From the Heart

Larry Levine is the best-selling author of two books, Selling from the Heart and Selling In A Post-Trust World. He is also the co-host of the award-winning Selling from the Heart Podcast. Blending a heart of service with over three decades of in-the-field sales experience, Larry helps sales professionals develop a mindset and skill set for authentic success. In a post trust sales world, Larry helps sales teams leverage the power of authenticity to grow revenue, grow themselves and enhance the lives of their clients. Larry has coached sales professionals across the world, from tenured reps to new millennials entering the salesforce. They all appreciate the practical, real, relevant, relatable and “street–savvy” nature of his coaching. Larry believes people would rather do business with a sales professional who sells from the heart as opposed to a sales rep who is an empty suit.

Impact Sales Systems

Amy Rudy has been a dedicated sales coach and business advisor since 2007. Through her company, Impact Sales Systems (www.impactsalessystems.com), Amy collaborates with business owners and their sales teams, focusing on the behaviors that drive successful selling. She tackles issues in sales processes and addresses challenges impacting results and incomes, ensuring her clients achieve their goals. Amy has worked closely with a number of our AFFLINK members, leveraging her sales expertise to enhance their growth strategies and improve overall sales performance. Before founding Impact Sales Systems, Amy established ACR Computer Resources in 1994, a software development firm that provided custom software solutions to both regional and national clients. From 1987 to 1994, she played a crucial role in developing the merchant services division, Brown-Forman Enterprises, at Brown-Forman. Amy is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, where she shares her expertise on Revenue Generation and Business Growth. She is actively involved in several organizations, including U of L’s Family Business Center, where she facilitates a NextGen Roundtable, and One Southern Indiana’s Metro Manufacturing Alliance as a roundtable facilitator. Additionally, Amy is a member of The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana’s Impact 100 and Louisville Impact 100, and she recently joined the Alumni Board of Prosser Vocational Center. She also serves as a Trustee on the board of Spalding University. Amy has previously served on the boards of Goodwill Industries of Southern Indiana and NAWBO-Kentucky’s Board of Directors. In 2018, she participated in Let’s Dance Louisville, a Dancing with The Stars-style competition to raise funds for Feed My Neighbor. Residing in Louisville with her husband Lewis, Amy is a proud mother and deeply devoted to her community.

Indian River Consulting Group

Mike Marks co-founded the Indian River Consulting Group in April 1987. He began his consulting practice after working in distribution management for more than 20 years. Over the years, his narrow focus in B2B channel-driven markets has created an astonishing number of deep executive relationships with virtually every business vertical in construction, process, MRO/OEM, agriculture, and healthcare. Mike had the good fortune to spend significant time with Dr. Peter Drucker when he was in graduate school. Like Dr. Drucker, he has aspired to be a professional observer of the distribution industry’s growth and evolution for over half a century. Mike has written extensively and is frequently quoted on many industry issues. He has extensive board experience on both public and private distribution firms. His contributions to the field include serving multiple terms as a Research Fellow with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, permanent faculty at Purdue University’s University of Innovative Distribution, eight years as Graduate Adjunct Faculty in the Industrial Distribution Program at Texas A & M University and rendering several precedent-setting expert opinions in contract disputes between manufacturers and distributors. Prior to forming IRCG, Mike held the position of Executive Vice President at Lex Electronics, an $800 million vertically integrated electronics distributor in Stamford, CT. Mike’s path to management in his early career was through increasing responsibilities in sales and sales management. He even completed a tour of duty as a manufacturer’s representative. Mike is 75 years old and is in a multiple year buyout with his partners. He has two grown children and two granddaughters. He serves currently as an outside director at Zero Zone, Alaska Rubber Products, and Exotic Automation. As an advisory board member in the College of Business at the Florida Institute of Technology where he mentors students, teaches prompt engineering, and is chairman of the curriculum committee. He was also an SCCA Florida Region Endurance Racing Champion in 2024, but he is not in the mix for 2024.

Effective Inventory Management, Inc.

Matt Schreibfeder is Vice President of Analytics for Effective Inventory Management, Inc. EIM is a firm dedicated to helping manufacturers, distributors, service centers and large retailers get the most out of their investment in stock inventory. Matt came to EIM after extensive experience as a project and construction analyst at Exxon Mobil, and prior to that served as a nuclear submarine officer in the U.S. Navy. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Virginia Military Institute and a master’s degree in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.

Bienvenu Coaching, LLC

Tara is passionate about Leadership! She asserts that a leader is one who takes responsibility for their world. As an Executive & Neuro Performance Coach, Facilitator, Trainer and Speaker, Tara’s approach is purpose and results focused. Leveraging her knowledge, experience, and accomplishments within the corporate, private, and entrepreneurial environments, and as a mother of two amazing daughters, Tara understands the complexities of business, organization, and life systems. Her ability to meet others where they are complimented by her super powers of depth and intuition, calls others forth to their greatness for the sake of personal, professional, and organizational success.

Selling From the Heart

Larry Levine is the best-selling author of two books, Selling from the Heart and Selling In A Post-Trust World. He is also the co-host of the award-winning Selling from the Heart Podcast. Blending a heart of service with over three decades of in-the-field sales experience, Larry helps sales professionals develop a mindset and skill set for authentic success. In a post trust sales world, Larry helps sales teams leverage the power of authenticity to grow revenue, grow themselves and enhance the lives of their clients. Larry has coached sales professionals across the world, from tenured reps to new millennials entering the salesforce. They all appreciate the practical, real, relevant, relatable and “street–savvy” nature of his coaching. Larry believes people would rather do business with a sales professional who sells from the heart as opposed to a sales rep who is an empty suit.

The Center for Financial, Legal & Tan Planning, Inc.

Roman Basi is the President of the Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, Inc. He is an Attorney and CPA and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Roman is also a Real Estate Broker, Title Insurance Agent, and a Private Pilot with an instrument rating. His law and accounting practice focuses on Mergers and Acquisitions of Privately Held Companies across the U.S., as well as Business Valuations, Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Tax Law, and Real Estate. Roman is a highly sought after speaker touring the nation on a continuous basis speaking to numerous Associations. He is also the President and Managing Broker of Heartland Realty & Rentals, Inc. and the Managing Member of Woodland Rental Properties, LLC – companies that own and manage approximately 300 units of real estate. Roman and his wife Brandi of 25 years, reside in Florida with their two daughters, Marissa and Alexis.

Distribution Performance Project

Dr. Albert D. Bates is a Principal in the Distribution Performance Project, a research group devoted to distribution issues. Al makes approximately 50 presentations each year on topics such as Improving the Bottom Line, Getting Serious About Profit, Doing More with Less, and Pricing for Profit. He is also a featured speaker at the University of Innovative Distribution. He has written extensively in both the professional and trade press, including the Harvard Business Review, the California Management Review and Business Horizons. Al received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and his MBA and doctorate from Indiana University. While at Indiana he was one of the first recipients of the Ford Foundation Fellowships in Business Education. He is married and has three grown daughters. When he is not traveling giving seminars, he enjoys tennis and skiing. He is not particularly good at either one.

Distribution Performance Project

Dr. Albert D. Bates is a Principal in the Distribution Performance Project, a research group devoted to distribution issues. Al makes approximately 50 presentations each year on topics such as Improving the Bottom Line, Getting Serious About Profit, Doing More with Less, and Pricing for Profit. He is also a featured speaker at the University of Innovative Distribution. He has written extensively in both the professional and trade press, including the Harvard Business Review, the California Management Review and Business Horizons. Al received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and his MBA and doctorate from Indiana University. While at Indiana he was one of the first recipients of the Ford Foundation Fellowships in Business Education. He is married and has three grown daughters. When he is not traveling giving seminars, he enjoys tennis and skiing. He is not particularly good at either one.