Since 1992, DRAKE has been considered a leader in the design and implementation of creative, responsive and innovative results-oriented human resource management systems and skill-based training programs.

The DRAKE Team's expertise covers consultation and advice with senior management on the broad spectrum of human resource management functions including strategic planning to define corporate mission, vision, and guiding principles, policy development, integration of people strategies with business systems for improved levels of achievement, organization design and development, effective recruitment strategies, classification and pay studies, comprehensive communications, leadership development, change management effectiveness, performance management, personal action planning and executive coaching.

DRAKE clients include national and international businesses with as few as three people to organizations with tens of thousands of employees. The DRAKE team is comfortable working with individuals at all levels within an organization. DRAKE is proud to be listed as a biotechnology service provider in North Carolina's Biotechnology Community (since 1997).

 

 

Mary Lou Drake, SPHR - Clients seek out Mary Lou Drake whose 25 years of professional advice and hands-on assistance helps them to enhance employee productivity through sound Human Capital policies and practices. Widely respected for her creativity as well as her commitment to excellence, Mary Lou has worked successfully with all levels of senior management, business owners, university faculty, researchers, scientists, engineers, service providers, and others. Since founding Drake & Associates in 1992, her experience has become a must-have for growing biotechnology, pharmaceutical, telecommunications and information technology companies in the RTP area, and today she has consulted extensively for companies of all types: from small entrepreneurial newcomers to vast enterprises with thousands of employees. Her advice and insight have become indispensable to technology-focused Research Triangle Park companies, flagship universities, prominent health care centers, manufacturing operations, and retail and service enterprises. Mary Lou has received the Society of Human Resources highest designation – Senior Professional in Human Resources. Mary Lou received her B.A. degree from Randolph-Macon Woman’s College in Lynchburg, VA. Top

Bob Drake has over 30 years of progressive growth and experience in information technology systems, project management and business management. Most of these years were in corporate level senior management positions. For the last 20 years, until he joined DRAKE & Associates Ltd. in August 1998, he was responsible for the management of large projects and strategic planning for a $55 million financial organization. His early business training and mentoring came from working with McKinsey and Company. His undergraduate study was in business management and information technology and his graduate study was through the Executive Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Top

   
 
Kate Hanley is the newest addition to the DRAKE & Associates team, as a DRAKE Intern. Kate is a senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she is majoring in Economics and Geography. She has previously participated in internships relating to accounting and insurance in London and Boston, where she assisted with market research and presentation preparation. She looks forward to gaining experience in the consulting field at DRAKE and is considering graduate school upon completion of her UNC studies. Top
   

Rachel English is also a DRAKE Intern. She brings with her a unique perspective with her multiple internship experiences relating to marketing and graphic design. Rachel is a senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she is working toward a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the School of Journalism. Assisting the team with a variety of functions including marketing, presentation planning, and administrative support, Rachel enjoys utilizing both her creative and analytical skills. She looks forward to pursuing a career in marketing and advertising after graduation. Top

   

Dan Ripburger works in partnership with executives and senior managers to re-design organization structures and create job designs, performance requirements, and competency definitions for maximum alignment. Dan brings extensive consulting experience as the practice leader for Aon Consulting in their Baltimore/Washington office, a global consulting firm with over 10,000 employees and as a leading consultant with Towers Perrin, another global consulting firm. Dan has assisted the US Department of Defense Research & Engineering Labs to creatively align their technical skill sets with the Federal government’s compensation program. Dan has also partnered with a 3,000 employee international monetary development organization to re-define its administrative and support roles and manage the positive and negative employee relations impacts from subsequent changes. He is a graduate of Xavier University (BSBA economics/human resources) and has taken graduate courses in economics at Old Dominion and Virginia Commonwealth Universities. He has professional certifications from both World At Work (CCP) and the Society for Human Resource Management (PHR). His current and past service includes the Washington Area Compensation and Benefits Association Board of Directors, the HR Alliance Board of Directors, Sentara Health Systems Consumer Advisory Board, and the Hampton Roads Compensation & Benefits Association Board of Directors. He also serves the Catholic Charities USA Boards of Trustees as a volunteer personnel advisor and Xavier William's College of Business Advisory Board. Top

   

Dr. Lee Ginsburg provides organizational direction to companies in all phases of the business life cycle. Areas of specialization include strategic direction; leadership and staff assessment & development; team building & conflict resolution; and leading organizational culture change. His professional credits consist of more than a dozen articles across a wide range of management subjects. He has authored two books and has addressed audiences worldwide. He was a presenter at INC Magazine's Entrepreneur of the Year conference and was an invited presenter at the American Management Association's 75th Anniversary conference, honoring Peter Drucker. Lee's national and international experience includes working with organizations such as Bacardi, Nokia, Seagram’s, Pep Boys, Ringling Bros Circus, Macy’s, among many others. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania (BA) and Temple University (MA and Ph.D.) Top

   
 
Peter Morris works in partnership with executives and senior managers to improve organizational effectiveness by providing solutions in change management, strategic human resource planning and human resource process improvement, executive coaching, leadership development, team building, group facilitation and structure redesign. He possesses a comprehensive and diverse professional background including an remarkable career at the Mobil Oil Corporation where he held management positions in marketing, strategic planning and was the Human Resources Executive for Mobil’s worldwide logistics division, Supply & Trading (S&T). Peter has worked with clients in the private, government and non-profit/association sectors. In addition, he is co-author of “The Leadership Awakening Experience,” a highly successful executive leadership program involving self-awareness and feedback. Peter graduated from Yale University and holds an MBA from The University of Connecticut. Top
   
 
John Dowd is a recognized leader in the field of Human Resources supporting executive management teams and professional staff in organizational planning and compensation design including performance incentive, skill-based, sales incentive, and long-term incentive plans; performance management; recognition program design; organizational capability assessment, key resource identification, and succession planning. John brings over 25 years of strategic and practical experience that organizations seek for improved employee engagement and successful talent management. His national and international experience has included a variety of both private and public organizations in engineering design and construction management, electronics, telecommunications, biotechnology and medical devices. John’s expertise also includes developing leaders through New Leader Assimilation Programs, 360° management feedback, coaching, and training and development assessment and delivery. His education includes a BA from Rutgers University and MA from Columbia University. Top

*Wendy White has shared her passion, insight, creativity and wealth of experience with her clients for over 18 years. She is committed to helping individuals, teams and organizations realize and achieve their greatest potential. Wendy accomplishes this by combining business and human performance practices with an ability to inspire the heart of employees. Wendy consults on a regular basis with Fortune 500 companies. She also serves as adjunct staff with the Center for Creative Leadership. Top

  *Lisa Main is a resourceful, talented and compassionate practitioner gifted with clarity and an acute understanding of human dynamics. She has enjoyed applying her gifts as a facilitator, trainer, consultant and coach since 1985, in a variety of contexts. Lisa is known for her ability to successfully craft and implement unique interventions by combining the best of various innovative methodologies. She effectively applies this style with individuals, teams and organizations, most of whom are undergoing major transformation or development. Lisa holds a Masters Degree of Applied Behavioral Science with an emphasis on Leadership in Human Systems. Lisa is trained as an Appreciative Inquiry consultant and outdoor adventure facilitator; she is also trained in NLP, community mediation, MBTI, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Executive Coaching, and Systems and Family Constellations. Top
   
  *John Scott Sayres brings over 25 years of direct line management, human resource, organizational development, and training design and delivery experience. His expertise includes: Leadership Development, Team Building, Interpersonal Communication Skills, Process Consultation, Executive Outdoor Adventures, Organization Development Consulting and Diversity Training. He focuses primarily on Process Consultation and Executive and Management development and coaching. John's national and international experience includes working for McDonnell Douglas Corporation, Control Data Corporation, Commercial Credit Company and McCormick and Company, as well as Saudi Aramco Oil Company in the Middle East. He has also consulted with governmental, educational, public, and private organizations on issues involving leadership, team building, personal growth, and career strategies for managers who are from underrepresented groups. John is also an adjunct professor with the Center for Creative Leadership. Top
   

*Barbara Bland has more than 20 years of human resource and organization development experience. Her clients have saved millions through improved employee productivity and work system design. Barbara is renowned for her enthusiastic, high-energy style and for creating a participant-centered learning environment. Top

Margaret (Margy) Porter is a recognized Organizational Development Professional with over 20 years of experience. Most of her work is in change management. In practical terms, her services include organizational assessment, development or revision of mission statements and key objectives, facilitation of strategic planning and team building initiatives (senior level and below), executive coaching and collaboration with senior management to develop customized training and other programs. Top

 
Paul Hilt has expertise in the fields of organization development, knowledge management, and marketing. In addition to his work with individuals, Paul has experience working with a wide variety of organizations and industries. He has held marketing and management positions in the telecommunications, cable television, and training and development industries. At St. Joseph’s University, Paul has taught graduate and executive MBA classes in creative thinking and motivation. Paul is also a national speaker for TEC (The Executive Committee). Top

Laura I. Evans has more than 25 years of experience in the field of human resources. Her expertise covers a broad spectrum in human resources administration - as wage and salary analyst, strategist, policy developer, planner, communicator, systems designer, technical writer, implementer, manager and consultant. She knows organizations and how to effectively optimize their structure as well as the work procedures for maximum productivity. She produces excellent written products for policy, procedure, classification, performance evaluation, ADA and other personnel administration purposes. Top

 

 
 

 

* Facilitators for the "Certificate In Leadership" program.

 

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