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EPISODE · May 21, 2025 · 38 MIN

Purpose Meets Profit: The Edgewalker Approach to Organizational Success - Ep. 19 Part 2

from Leadership Luminaries Lounge (TM) · host Kerry L Bass

On part 2 of the interview with Dr. Judi Neal, Kerry and Peggy explore the transformative impact of purpose-driven leadership and the vital role of Edgewalkers—leaders who bridge spirituality and business to drive meaningful change. Dr. Neal highlights how organizations like Tom’s of Maine and Eileen Fisher succeed by integrating ethics, sustainability, and employee growth, proving that purpose outperforms profit-focused models. She also discusses how transformative spiritual experiences reshape leadership and the unique approaches leaders take to navigate change and foster innovation. This episode is a must-listen for those ready to lead with purpose and impact.Judi Neal, Ph.D., is an author, scholar, and consultant specializing in workplace spirituality, transformation, and global consciousness for over 35 years. With a doctorate from Yale University, her research focuses on leaders who integrate spirituality and business. She authored Edgewalkers (2006) and founded Edgewalkers International, supporting purpose-driven leaders. Judi was the founding director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace and has co-authored ten books, including Inspiring Workplace Spirituality (2023). She also serves on several boards and directs the Global Consciousness Institute. In her free time, Judi enjoys songwriting and playing guitar.Contact Dr. Neal at:https://edgewalkers.org/linkedin.com/in/judithnealhttp://www.judineal.com/Contact Kerry and Peggy at:Kerry:linkedin.com/in/kerrylbasshttps://makingitreality.com/Peggy:linkedin.com/in/peggyonealhttps://www.peggy-oneal.com/Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network!

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On part 2 of the interview with Dr. Judi Neal, Kerry and Peggy explore the transformative impact of purpose-driven leadership and the vital role of Edgewalkers—leaders who bridge spirituality and business to drive meaningful change. Dr. Neal highlights how organizations like Tom’s of Maine and Eileen Fisher succeed by integrating ethics, sustainability, and employee growth, proving that purpose outperforms profit-focused models. She also discusses how transformative spiritual experiences reshape leadership and the unique approaches leaders take to navigate change and foster innovation. This episode is a must-listen for those ready to lead with purpose and impact.Judi Neal, Ph.D., is an author, scholar, and consultant specializing in workplace spirituality, transformation, and global consciousness for over 35 years. With a doctorate from Yale University, her research focuses on leaders who integrate spirituality and business. She authored Edgewalkers (2006) and founded Edgewalkers International, supporting purpose-driven leaders. Judi was the founding director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace and has co-authored ten books, including Inspiring Workplace Spirituality (2023). She also serves on several boards and directs the Global Consciousness Institute. In her free time, Judi enjoys songwriting and playing guitar.Contact Dr. Neal at:https://edgewalkers.org/linkedin.com/in/judithnealhttp://www.judineal.com/Contact Kerry and Peggy at:Kerry:linkedin.com/in/kerrylbasshttps://makingitreality.com/Peggy:linkedin.com/in/peggyonealhttps://www.peggy-oneal.com/Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network!

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