Dr. Douglas A. Wilson is a New York Times best selling author, senior advisor to CEOs, and a thought leader on corporate purpose and business-led regional economic development. He is the acting Chair and Co-founder of the National Talent Collaborative, a CEO-led coalition of more than 30 U.S. regional impact groups closing the talent and opportunity gap by building pathways to good jobs.
Doug is also co-founder and former CEO and Chair of CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLAOC), a working group of more than 60 Orange County CEO’s working collectively to help build a thriving OC for all. Doug is still active on the CLAOC Board of Directors.
“Change a life, change a community, change a country. We do this work one step at a time. We will get the job done because of the leaders in our National Talent Collaborative and their partnership with the CEOs and community and education leaders in their regions. ”
Featured Thought Leadership
““The American Dream is still alive. The goal remains the same: a good-paying job, the ability to support your family, and a shot at long-term security. But today, a new vision is taking shape—one rooted in skills, not only degrees. The path to achieve the dream is changing. ””
“My students are on fire.”
This from Rebecca Henderson, economist and professor with Harvard Business School. Henderson was referring to MBA students in her course, “Reimagining Capitalism.” Enrollment for the course has grown exponentially in recent years, as students search for a more purpose-driven and positive approach to business.