Maureen Metcalf is a highly respected executive advisor and the visionary founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Innovative Leadership Institute. Committed to creating a better world through exceptional leadership, Maureen guides her clients in elevating the quality of their leadership talent pool.Recognized as a Fellow of the esteemed International Leadership Association, Maureen is also an accomplished author. Her international award-winning book series on Innovative Leadership, including the acclaimed Innovative Leadership for Health Care, received the prestigious International Book Award.Beyond her writing achievements, Maureen extends her influence through her captivating international podcast, Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating our Future, ranked in the top 1% of podcasts globally. As the host, she leads engaging discussions on cutting-edge leadership practices, garnering a wide and appreciative audience.Maureen's expertise is highly sought after in leadership, as evidenced by her regular contributions as a writer and expert contributor to Forbes.com. Her esteemed Forbes Coaches Council membership further solidifies her role as a trusted authority in the field.With a passion for education, Maureen has shared her knowledge to students across various universities as an esteemed educator. She serves as the Vice President of James Madison University's School of Strategic Leadership Studies Advisory Committee and Franklin University's Mason Leadership Center, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the study and practice of strategic leadership, where she earned an honorary Doctorate.