Elevate: The Three Disciplines of Advanced Strategic Thinking

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Thanks to my wife Anne for her spirit and support, and to our children Luke and Jessica, for filling our home with love and laughter. I am eternally grateful to my parents, Jan and Rich, and sister Sharon for the blessings that come from growing up in a healthy, happy family.

I’d like to thank the following business leaders for sharing their wisdom and insights with me during our work together:

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