Peter Sheahan, Group CEO and Founder of global consultancy Karrikins Group, is known internationally for his innovative business thinking and thought leadership. Having successfully grown his own global company, Peter knows first hand the challenges of building a business in a volatile and disruptive world. He has worked with some of the world’s leading brands, including Microsoft, IBM, AT&T, and Wells Fargo. In addition to being a leading business author (including Making It Happen, Flip, and Generation Y), Peter has been named one of the 25 Most Influential Speakers” by the National Speakers Association and is the youngest member to have ever been inducted into the Association’s Hall of Fame.”

Julie Williamson, PhD, is a Vice President with Karrikins Group, responsible for strategy and research. She is a leading voice in how organizations link together communication, design, strategy, sales, marketing, and service to deliver sustainable growth. Julie is a grounded theory researcher, and she uses traditional and progressive resources in her strategy and transformation work. She focuses on helping clients arrive at solutions that are informed by data and inspired by creativity. Julie has a passion for working with clients on customer and employee engagement, as well as building strategies focused on growth.