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The Anatomy of Change in a Rapidly Evolving World with Daryl R. Conner - Ep. 31 Part 1

In this episode of Leadership Luminaries Lounge, host Kerry L. Bass and co-host Peggy O’Neal sit down with renowned change expert Daryl Conner to explore how leaders navigate large-scale transformation. Drawing from decades of research, Conner explains why human and organizational responses to change are remarkably consistent across industries and cultures. The conversation breaks down how leaders can measure, communicate, and sustain meaningful change in complex environments. They also examine the difference between simply informing stakeholders and truly enrolling them in a shared vision. This episode offers powerful insights for leaders facing rapid change in an increasingly dynamic world. Daryl Conner is a renowned expert in organizational change with over fifty years of experience advising senior leaders and change practitioners across leading global organizations. He is the co-founder and chairman of Conner Academy, Conner Advisory, and Conner Partners, delivering learning, advisory, and consulting services across nonprofit and for-profit sectors. His work is grounded in extensive research and a background in psychology, helping leaders navigate complex, transformational change. Daryl is the author of Managing at the Speed of Change and Leading at the Edge of Chaos, along with more than 300 publications on leadership and change. Contact Daryl at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conner-advisory/ Conner Academy (www.conneracademy.com) Conner Advisory (www.conneradvisory.com) Conner Partners (www.connerpartners.com) Contact Kerry and Peggy at: Kerry: linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass https://makingitreality.com/ Peggy: linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal https://www.peggy-oneal.com/ Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network!

A Humanity-First Museum: History Beyond Slavery With Dan Moore Jr. - Ep. 30 Part 2

Welcome back to the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™. In this second part of the conversation, hosts Kerry Bass and Peggy O'Neal continue their rich and thought-provoking dialogue with Dan Moore Jr., CEO and President of the APEX Museum. Building on the foundation laid in Part One, this episode dives deeper into the future of the APEX Museum. Dan A. Moore, Jr. is President and CEO of the APEX (African American Panoramic Experience) Museum in Atlanta, Georgia. Since 1996, he has served in multiple leadership roles at APEX, including Director of Programs, Museum Director, and COO, helping shape its exhibitions, marketing strategies, and daily operations. He created signature initiatives such as the Traveling Exhibits of the APEX Museum (TEAM) and the APEX Museum Television Network. Dan is also a former executive producer, nonprofit CEO, and coauthor of Georgia Music Masters. He lives near Atlanta with his wife, Elena, and their extended family. Contact Dan at: linkedin.com/in/danmoorejr www.apexmuseum.org Kerry: linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass https://makingitreality.com/ Peggy: linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal https://www.peggy-oneal.com/

A Humanity-First Museum: History Beyond Slavery With Dan Moore Jr. - Ep. 30 Part 1

In Episode 30 of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge™ Podcast, hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal welcome Dan Moore Jr., President and CEO of the APEX Museum. Together, they explore what it means to lead with humanity, integrity, and purpose. The conversation reframes history as a shared human experience while examining community, culture, and future-focused leadership. This episode invites listeners to honor the past while courageously shaping what comes next. Dan A. Moore, Jr. is President and CEO of the APEX (African American Panoramic Experience) Museum in Atlanta, Georgia. Since 1996, he has served in multiple leadership roles at APEX, including Director of Programs, Museum Director, and COO, helping shape its exhibitions, marketing strategies, and daily operations. He created signature initiatives such as the Traveling Exhibits of the APEX Museum (TEAM) and the APEX Museum Television Network. Dan is also a former executive producer, nonprofit CEO, and coauthor of Georgia Music Masters. He lives near Atlanta with his wife, Elena, and their extended family. Contact Dan at: linkedin.com/in/danmoorejr www.apexmuseum.org Kerry: linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass https://makingitreality.com/ Peggy: linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal https://www.peggy-oneal.com/

Rethinking Leadership for Sustainability and Beyond with Dr Shamim Bodhanya - Ep. 29 Part 2

In Part 2 Kerry and Peggy enlightening discussion with Dr. Shamim Bodhanya, Managing Director of The Leadership Dialogue (South Africa), we explore the role of futures thinking, strategic foresight, sustainability, and the complex challenges facing modern leaders. The conversation dives into embodied knowing, systemic transformation, and how leaders can navigate uncertainty with wisdom, ethics, and expanded mental models. Contact Dr. Shamim at: shamim@leadershipdialogue.co.za https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamimbodhanya/ https://leadershipdialogue.co.za/ Contact Kerry and Peggy at: Kerry: linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass https://makingitreality.com/ Peggy: linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal https://www.peggy-oneal.com/ Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network! Don’t forget to Subscribe.

Rethinking Leadership for Sustainability and Beyond with Dr Shamim Bodhanya - Ep. 29 Part 1

In Episode 29, Part 1 of this two-part dialogue, hosts Kerry L. Bass and Peggy O’Neal welcome Dr.Shamim Bodhanya to the Leadership Luminaries Lounge for a rich exploration of leadership rooted in non-duality, systems thinking, and integrated human development. Their conversation traces Dr. Bodhanya’s global journey and philosophical foundation, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of wicked problems, ethics, and the interconnected nature of modern leadership. Dr. Shamim Bodhanya is Director of the Leadership Dialogue, a consultant, researcher, facilitator, and keynote speaker specializing in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems. He brings over 14 years of industrial experience and 23 years across academia, consulting, and executive training. Shamim has facilitated strategy and organizational effectiveness for major corporations and trained hundreds of leaders in strategy, change, and leadership. He leads the South Africa Values20 sustainability research team and developed the Wicked Problem-Solving Methodology and Toolkit. He holds a PhD in Leadership and Strategy, an International MBA, and an engineering degree. Contact Dr. Shamim at: shamim@leadershipdialogue.co.za https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamimbodhanya/ https://leadershipdialogue.co.za// Contact Kerry and Peggy at: Kerry: linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass https://makingitreality.com/ Peggy: linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal https://www.peggy-oneal.com/ Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network! Don’t forget to Subscribe.