Served with Canadian Armed Forces

Member of the RCMP

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology

Master of Business Administration

PhD in Business specializing in Criminal Justice

Here�s a good question: �Just WHO am I, Garry Worger, and WHY can I assist an organization with �change� initiatives, and HOW do I go about it, and am I any good?� [Maybe that is four questions?]

WHO SUMMARY
I was an educator for 40+ years, working with public education, grades 5 � 12, and with a technical college. There I was an instructor (math, computer programming, MS-OFFICE), training consultant, program-developer, change-agent, project manager, and researcher with Colleges, Government Agencies, Private Industry� collaborating with local, Canadian & foreign clients.
So my �who� is this: extensive training/development/assessment experience working with all types of clients, in a variety of fields, across cultures.

WHY SUMMARY
I strive to solve my clients� problems, using a GET-GIVE-MERGE-GO (GGMG) model. This means I spend extensive front-end time assessing the
needs/problems/issues/context/key-players of an organization.
Then I map out a �solution� based on my understanding & expertise.
Next my clients and I negotiate how my approach will be applied to their situation, followed by the development of an elaborate and detailed management plan. That plan becomes the roadmap and assessment design for a project.
So my �why� is this: I explore where you are; we agree on our mutual understandings; we develop strategies and tactics to solve your problems.

HOW SUMMARY
I alluded to my �how� in the why summary� but here are some more details.
I use potent models to direct my efforts, based on the research & teachings of Robert Carkhuff� to my mind� one of the seminal thinkers of the 20th century.
His (and my) strategic approach is EXPLORE-UNDERSTAND-ACT. This, you will likely realize, is the over-riding model for the GGMG process I use with clientele organizations.
I utilize several tactical models.
The first is PLAN-IMPLEMENT-MONITOR-ASSESS-RECYCLE (PIMAR)� the basis for my Project Management approach. The guts of this is the Plan, and I am insistent on spending a high {17ed4b947b5ecd6da9d3a7b807fdef29c56bf028a610db6111fa8d721e8c087a}age of time getting this right�
-right for the client (outcomes which is tactic #2, below)�
-right for the target personnel involved (which is tactic #3, below)
-right process & procedures & assessment�
-right for me as a Project Manager (managing, monitoring, assessing and recycling)�
The second tactical model focuses on client outcomes: quantitative measures, qualitative measures, safety measures, environmental measures, supervision measures, key indicators, assessment methods, reporting.
The third tactical model identifies the target personnel involved in the project and their level of involvement (resource, approvers, implementers, receivers, allocators).
In summary, my How is the use of powerful models, customized to the unique context and culture of client organizations.

INDICATORS OF PERFORMANCE
-Conceptualized, organized, implemented, and evaluated a two year training systems development project for a local chemical process based industry. (Budget: $2.0 million)
-Conceptualized, organized, implemented, evaluated, monitored and reported on a major training initiative utilizing computer controlled videodisk technology. (Budget: $4.3 million)
-Designed, implemented, monitored and evaluated a two year training development project utilizing self-paced individualized training packages, supported by computer managed and computer assisted software. (Budget: $1.3 million)
-Conceptualized, implemented, monitored, evaluated and reported on a one year project involving remote delivery of company training programs, using computer managed learning. (Budget: $250,000)
-Designed and implemented a strategy for identifying crucial skills for tradesmen and technologists for over 20 different occupations.
-Conducted interviews, summarized documents and wrote the report on the evaluation of four Computer Based training initiatives of the US military.

Kevin J. Fleming, PhD

Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. is President & CEO of Grey Matters International, Inc., an international coaching, facilitation, and organizational effectiveness firm concentrating on rewiring the personal and corporate brain for a state of neuro-excellence�.literally. He is also the founder of �Assumptive Coaching�, an integrative model aimed at challenging the thinking underneath one�s thinking around change and complex systems inherent in decision making.

Dr. Fleming is also a well known critic on the ineffectiveness of business training, therapeutic, and coaching industries. He received his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame in clinical psychology, as well as completed a Postdoctoral Residency in Consulting Psychology from the University of Wyoming. Fleming’s work for the past ten years has been devoted to refining â��the neuroscience of leadership and behavior change in societyâ�� and assisting people in having the critical conversations that are driven by the internal dialogue within.

Utilizing alignment principles of human nature, virtues/ethics, and working with the ways of the brain, he is in the practice of moving individuals and organizations away from rote behavior toward areas of creativity and shared accomplishment.

“A man of unusually acute insight,
a much sought after executive coach … ”

Tom Morris, PhD, author of IF ARISTOTLE RAN GENERAL MOTORS
and IF HARRY POTTER RAN GENERAL ELECTRIC

“A wonderfully different and authentic approach
from the shrink who doesn’t like shrinks.”

Richard Koch, Bestselling Author of THE 80/20 PRINCIPLE

â��His writings is up there with the best and a must read for everyone who is tired of hearing what people “think” they want to hear. If you’re looking for dynamic change in your organization, get Doc Flemings cure!â��

Lord Phillip G. Wren, Chairman & CEO, United Publishing & Media Group USA

Fleming’s work produces profound behavioral and ethical changes, affirmed by its beneficiaries. He is an active critic of the 100 billion dollar a year training and coaching industry, which in general has little to show in terms of ROI. Fleming’s clientele includes such notables as a prominent Asian-American billionaire, a former White House official, top ranking CEOs, Hollywood executives, Juilliard musicians, politicians, and even NFL players and other professional athletes. He has produced an e-learning product for Targeted Learning Corporation, sharing the spotlight of innovative web-based seminars with the likes of Marcus Buckingham and Stephen Covey. He recently was asked to contribute as an expert to Chief Learning Officer magazine, the leading publication for organizational development executives worldwide. His radical call to transform on a meta-level the “thinking of business thinking” has been far reaching, as evident in a recent request to speak to the Ministers and Prime Ministers of Jordan and United Arab Emirates. The prestigious East West Institute, affiliated with the United Nations, is consulting his expertise on the applications of neuroscience to conflict resolutions and peace facilitation practices. His work on â��decision illusionsâ�� has also been utilized by Al Goreâ��s Climate Project and the President of Mexico

He has worked at the renowned high profile Beau Monde programs for executive development and transformation, which has been featured in Money magazine (August, 2006). Dr. Fleming�s writings and expert insights have been featured in some of the widest circulated publications internationally, including The New York Times, New York Daily News, Christian Science Monitor, CNN, Fox News, msn.com, CFO.com, Consumer Health Journal, Prevention Magazine and Physician Executive. He contributes regularly to the Gately Newsletter, which emanates from a leading management consulting firm out of Boston, as well as being a regular columnist on �Transformation Insights,� with Executive Decision Magazine, a national innovative high end thought leadership magazine. He is Director of Innovation at the Family Business Institute. Dr. Fleming was asked to be a contributor to Success Is A State of Mind with renowned spiritual guru Deepak Chopra as well as a chapter contributor for a new 2008 book, Roadmap For Success, by Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard.

Dr. Fleming is an active member of the World Business Academy, Institute for Executive Development, American Society of Training & Development, and the American Psychological Association. His new book (The Half-Truth High: Breaking the Illusions of the Most Powerful Drug in Life & Business) is now released and available on amazon.com. Features a Foreword by NY Times bestselling author Tom Morris. This book has received noteworthy praise from Patch Adams (from the blockbuster Hollywood film starring Robin Williams), Harvard Business School Emeritus Professor Gerald Zaltman, as well as Dr. Joe Dispenza, featured scientist in the hit underground movie, What The Bleep Do We Know

Over 25 years experience gained in the areas of workplace performance, change management and leadership development. A certified coach and licensed practitioner with Franklin Covey, Eagle’s Flight, Insights and PowerfuLeaders. The mantra is, “Igniting Lives Daily”

Entrepreneur since 1975 with many presentations to small business groups in Canada and internationally. Developed and delivered small business programs for the provincial and federal governments, large corporations and post secondary institutions. Extensive experience worrking with individuals and small businesses to improve their marketing, management and team building skills. Also has experience working with non profits to develop fundraising and marketing programs and help them become more self sufficient.

I am a Certified FocalPoint Business Coach and Owner of FocalPoint Business Coaching Alberta, where our PROVEN curriculum is POWERED by the EXCELLENCE of BRIAN TRACY. I work with business owners and entrepreneurs to achieve their business and personal goals faster than they ever thought possible, while simultaneously REDUCING their STRESS, FRUSTRATION, and UNCERTAINTY. Through weekly 1 on 1 coaching sessions with the business owner, we work together to identify the key issues surrounding their TIME, TEAM, and PROFITABILITY and then develop goals and action plans to improve the company, and the individual. I offer a monthly MONEY BACK GUARANTEE to any client who feels they are not receiving value from our working together.

Karen Cumming is a veteran communications professional and former TV reporter with Canwest Global in Canada. She has nearly 20 years of national media experience (both broadcast and print), and is also a certified teacher with years of solid facilitation experience. Her international work includes teaching in Qingdao, China, and volunteering in Calcutta, India with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity, as well as with healthcare professionals in Central America. She has reported for TV, written and produced television newscasts and talk shows, reported, anchored and produced for radio, and has written for such national magazines as More, Oxygen, MoneySense, and Costco Connection. Her career in the media has helped her to develop a wealth of presentation skills so vital to the training field.
She also points to her experience as a successful financial consultant with Investors Group as a critical piece of the puzzle. Building her practice, she brought 1.2 million dollars in new business into the company in less than one year. As a result, she posseses a clear understanding of the importance of professional training in the corporate world.
Above all, Karen is a critical thinker capable of motivating others to achieve their very best.

I have been in the steel trades for over 25 years. During that time I have worked in aerospace, mining, fabrication, energy, manufacturing and even niche markets such as film and television fabrication.

Dual Ticketed in both Red seal Welding and Fabrication I have also attained the business credentials in Blue Seal trades certification. LEAN (5S) Certified, TOWES Test administrator Certified, and OH&S Level 2 Certified.

Currently teaching in the Mining, Energy and Manufacturing division of a Post Secondary institution in Canada I still operate my private Welding, Fabrication and Consulting Business.

I also hold a Chair position for the Canadian Welding Association and am currently also contracted to write rubrics and curriculum for the Canadian Welding Bureau.

I am working in different area of business for the last 12 years. I have also worked in teaching and learning, which includes training the staff. My previous assignment with a not for profit organization provided me opportunities to work in teachers’ training, curriculum designing, school management, and other relevant areas. I have also worked as an education consultant & counsellor and taught and trained the students of English language including ESL and business administration.

Dr. Palza has more than 15 years of experience as a Consultant, Professor and Researcher. He has extensive experience in areas such as Business Management, Operations Management, MIS and Statistical Analysis.

As a consultant Dr. Palza has implemented Business and IT solutions for organisations as Nokia, Ericsson Research Canada, John Hancock (USA), NASA IV&V, World Bank, Bombardier (Canada), Cirque du Soleil (Canada), CGI Inc. (Canada), etc. Dr. Palza has taken in different roles and responsibilities: Director, Manager, Business Architect, and others.

He is Associate Professor at the Department of Software Engineering and Information Technology at « Université du Québec â�� Ã�cole de technologie supérieure ». Since 2009 Dr. Palza is working as Part Time professor at Telfer School of Management â�� University of Ottawa. Dr. Palza was also working as Part Time professor at « Ã�cole des sciences de la gestion â�� UQAM (Université du Québec à Montréal) », « Faculté d’Administration – Université de Sherbrooke ». Dr. Palza currently is imparting online courses at «University of New Brunswick (Canada) ».

Dr. Palza current research activities covers Artificial Intelligence applied to Management (Health, Finance, and Marketing), Business Intelligence (Data-Mining/Data-Warehouse), Statistics in Management, Performance Management, Project Management, IT Governance and Business Strategies. He has published several Books, Book Chapters and Articles in Journals and International Conferences. He is Editor Board in the Journal �International Journal of Information, Business and Management� , reviewer and Chair for International Conferences in Business Management and IT (CITSA , CCCT , RMCI , etc).

Actually Dr. Palza is conducting a Multidisciplinary Research Project in Health Informatics/Health Management. It is an International Project composed by Researchers and Students from Canada and Peru. The project interest is to predict diseases in newborns based on Pregnant Woman behaviours patterns applying Artificial Intelligence Models.

Dr. Palza is also a member of the ISO committee Working Group 24 of ISO/IEC JTC1/SC7-ISO 29110 � Software Lifecycle Profiles for Very Small Enterprises. He is leading projects relating of IT best practices for Small Enterprises in Canada and South America: Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile, Colombia and Puerto Rico.

Dr. Palza completed his PhD Degree with a concentration in IT Operations Management from U. du Québec – Ã�cole de technologie supérieure – Ã�TS (Canada), he earned a Master Degree in Software Engineering with a concentration in Performance Management from UQAM-Ã�TS (Canada), a Bachelor Degree in Computer Information Systems. Dr. Palza has certifications in Finance, Human Resources, Operations Management, as well as studies in Innovation Management, Procurement, Project Management, Marketing and E-Business.