Org Design Expert Authors

With more than 12+ years of experience as technical program manager in both individual contributor and leadership roles, Aadil writes a newsletter about the art of technical program management leaning on his work at companies like Apple, Google, Nike, Blackberry, and currently at tech startup, Humane.

Alexandra Prassas brings 20+ years of HR expertise, specializing in Organization Design and Change Management. Her diverse career spans DEI leadership and change management. Currently an Adjunct Professor at The Chicago School, she's pursuing a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership.

Do you need to elevate your functional effectiveness? Enhance your remote workforce? Amelia Mani writes an operations and strategy expert.

Amy is the Chief of Staff at Functionly and the host of the Org Design Podcast. She brings systems thinking to life within Functionly and across our content from her past experience in a fast growing Australian HealthTech company, a big four Management Consulting firm, and a global Mining company. 

Brandon Curry is a seasoned HR executive and organizational development expert. Founder of Work Arts, LLC, he specializes in enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. 

Carlos Valdes-Dapena, an org effectiveness expert, developed the High-Performance Collaboration Framework while at Mars Inc. Carlos' engaging style and expertise make him valuable in team and leadership development. He authored "Lessons from Mars," with team performance insights.

Clayton serves in fractional leadership roles at Functionly. He's held leadership roles in tech companies across Australia and US, ranging from managed services businesses to a US$1B SaaS startup. 

Cynthia Elena Escamilla is a strategic consultant with over 25 years in the field. She specializes in organizational design and leadership development. With experience at Nike and Intel, Cynthia applies the STAR model and 5 Milestone approach to co-create with organizations.

Don McKenzie is a seasoned expert in organizational structure and culture. With extensive experience in both consulting and investing, Don has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with building and maintaining a healthy organizational environment. 

Drew Sechrist is the Co-Founder and CEO of Connect The Dots™, a company focused on leveraging personal networks for business growth.  With a deep background in sales and business strategy, Drew has a proven track record of driving success through innovative practices.

Elizabeth is an international HR professional who has experience from startups to global retail giants. Get her lowdown of transitioning an entire workforce to remote, and more

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Joemmy Ramirez is Strategic planner and project manager with expertise in organizational growth. Global Strategic Capabilities Partner at Mars, with experience at ByteDance, TikTok, Deloitte, and Accenture.

I build and grow engineering cultures. Getting people & process right is what drives me, but I still love to be on the tools.

Kiersten Rippeteau is a seasoned expert in organization design and development with over 10 years of experience. As the CX/EX Director at Palmer and the Founder of New Commodity, she specializes in aligning business strategy, culture, and operations for positive impact, especially in the construction industry. Kiersten has a proven track record of creating energizing experiences that activate the potential of people and organizations.

Lisa Cooper, a seasoned HR professional with over 20 years of experience, is the Founder and Chief People Officer of Cooper People Group. Her expertise in organizational design, total compensation, and leadership development has earned her recognition as a Notable Leader in HR. Lisa shapes the West Michigan HR landscape through innovative strategies and community involvement, holding SHRM-CP, PHR, and Predictive Index certifications.

Mary Selden has a PhD in Social/Workplace Psychology, and is an expert in Organizational Design and People Analytics. She is currently a Talent Strategy Analyst at State Farm. She loves developing leaders and teams.

Paul Tolchinsky is a pioneering thought leader in the field of organizational design, renowned for his expertise in human interaction and systems thinking. With a career spanning several decades, Paul has been instrumental in shaping modern org design principles, emphasizing adaptive systems and inclusive leadership. 

Ron Schwartz is a seasoned expert in organizational design with extensive experience in helping companies align their structures with their strategic goals. He specializes in clarifying roles, setting clear goals, and establishing decision rights to minimize conflict and enhance efficiency within organizations.

Shubha Narayanan is an OD consultant with 20+ years of experience aligning people with business strategy to boost effectiveness. Certified in PROSCI change management, Shubha integrates it into project design for smooth implementation. Shubha has worked with major corporations and government entities across Asia, including Schneider Electric, LEGO, and the Prime Minister’s Office.

Steve Garcia is Co-Founder of Contemporary Leadership Advisors, specializing in leadership consulting with a focus on organizational performance and workforce management.  Steve recently published The End of Leadership as We Know It.

Thomas Douglas is the CEO and founder of JMARK, a leading technology solutions provider. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Thomas has played a key role in the growth and success of JMARK. He is a visionary leader who has built a people-first business that attracts and empowers top talent.

Tim is Co-Founder and CEO of Functionly. He's worked with SaaS companies across his career, as an Entrepreneur In Residence, Venture Advisor, Angel Investor as well as a growth & channel strategist. 

Vinisha is a seasoned organizational design consultant and founder of p3 Studio, known for her innovative approach to team building. With extensive experience guiding startups and established companies through strategic people transformations, she helps organizations optimize their talent strategy while maintaining capital efficiency, bringing expertise in DEIB, professional branding, and organizational development.