Webcast:
Good leaders have the ability to make the right decisions and perform their best in challenging circumstances. Great leaders have the ability to help everyone in an organization make the right decisions and flourish in the face of prolonged stress and crisis. This webcast explores the key elements of how to build a resilient thought-based organization that uses critical thinking to assess situations and respond with confidence. Col. David Bellon of the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves will share leadership lessons he has learned while leading Marine units in combat zones during four tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Judy Chartrand, an expert on critical thinking and leadership development, will moderate the session.
What You Will Learn
In this enlightening session, you’ll hear how a strong organizational culture was created and a how an entire unit was trained and prepared to proactively think and respond in a rapidly changing, often ambiguous, high risk environment.
Attend this Webcast to Learn:
- Key cultural qualities associated with success
- How to build the right culture
- Leadership qualities needed to create success
- How to develop proactive, critical thinking leaders across an organization
Col. Bellon will also share a heroic and heart-warming story of how Marines and Sailors in his battalion saved the life of a little girl, Amenah, by thinking through problems and tackling challenges. This inspiring story, featured in the new book Now You’re Thinking!, illustrates the power of creating the right culture and developing proactive thinkers.
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Presenters
As a colonel in the US Marine Corp Reserve, Dave Bellon knows how to lead in high stress environments. He has led troops in combat zones and built resilient teams that excelled in the face of sustained pressure and crisis situations. Dave is featured in the new book, Now You’re Thinking!, which recounts a heroic and heart-warming story of how Marines and Sailors in his battalion saved the life of a little girl, Amenah, by effectively thinking through problems and overcoming incredible challenges. This inspiring story illustrates the power of creating the right culture and developing proactive thinkers.
Prior to 9/11, Dave was the managing partner of a law firm in San Diego, California. Since 9/11, he has served four tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2007, he commanded a 1,500 person battalion task force in Iraq, and in 2010 served as the chief of operations in southern Afghanistan when decisive efforts were made to secure Kandahar City. He has been awarded four bronze stars and the Legion of Merit for meritorious service.
A frequent public speaker, Dave has shared his leadership experiences at the FBI, the American Management Association, and numerous local schools, among others. He currently works for QRS Recycling, and remains active in veteran-oriented non-profit organizations, such as the Pat Tillman Foundation and The Mission Continues. Dave received a JD from the University of Missouri and a master’s in Strategic Studies from the Naval War College.
Judy Chartrand helps people develop their careers and their lives through better critical thinking. As a consulting Chief Scientist with Pearson she works extensively with corporate clients, helping them develop employee competencies and leadership skills. A recognized thought leader, she has spoken at over 50 national and international conferences and written over 40 articles and two books. She received an Early Career Award from the American Psychological Association for her work in the career development field. Judy received her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Minnesota.