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About Russ

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Over the last three decades, Dr. West has held diverse roles—from college president and dean to drill instructor to U.S. Marine officer candidates. He has been CEO of The Emergence Group since 2004. He is dedicated to evidence-based organizational transformation outcomes through strategic planning, team-based capacity building and targeted culture shift initiatives, all focused on improved service delivery and accountable impact.

 

A certified executive performance coach and career leadership educator, West is faculty in several nonprofit capacity-building programs, such as Kellogg School's Center for Non-Profit Management, the Murdock Trust's Board Leadership and its Green Room initiatives and Geisinger Health's E. A. Deaver Healthcare Executive Leadership Program. Russ is an engaging, thought-provoking keynote and workshop facilitator.

 

He resides in Nashville. Russ enjoys family, equestrian pursuits, and sailing. Connect with Russ by tapping the "Let's Talk" button or on LinkedIn, HERE.

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                            Emergence (n.), A Moment of Surfacing,                                                                     the Breakthrough Beyond the Germination.

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Why "The Emergence Group?" Eventually, pushing harder hurts more than being honest, aligned with one's self. We begin to show up differently, authentically. Perhaps its a steadier way of speaking, clearer sense of the critical, a presence less anxious, as it requires less friction, effort.​The Emergence Group is Russell's professional services firm -- we deepen social impact through conscious decision support for ethically serious boards, executives and teams.

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