Ann Feyerherm, PhD

Ann Feyerherm, PhD, is Director of the Masters of Science in Organization Development (MSOD) program and chair of the organization theory and Mmnagement discipline. Previously, Dr. Feyerherm spent 11 years as a manager of organization development at Procter & Gamble. As a consultant she worked with top-level companies on projects ranging from team function to leadership development and managing change. Dr. Feyerherm’s research focuses on government, business, environmental community collaboration and increasing human capacity through strength-based approaches. She is currently serving a five-year leadership position within the Organization Development and Change Division of the Academy of Management.

Articles

Emotional Dynamism: Playing the Music of Leadership

This article introduces the idea of Emotional Dynamism-a new framework for understanding how a leader can leverage the power of emotions.

2007 Volume 10 Issue 2

By Terri D. Egan, PhD and Ann Feyerherm, PhD

A Blueprint for Change: Appreciative Inquiry

Just like a dream house that we envision as the perfect setting for our perfect life, people can also have a dream organization where they and others can do their best work.

2005 Volume 8 Issue 3

By Terri D. Egan, PhD and Ann Feyerherm, PhD

Consolidate All IT?

Many technology people currently report to a business unit rather than a department. How do you decide whether to bring them back under direct IT control?

2003 Volume 6 Issue 3

By Russell Aebig, MBA and Ann Feyerherm, PhD

Downsizing with Dignity

In downsizing, managers are urged to create a learning environment by working with their employees.

2001 Volume 4 Issue 2

By Ann Feyerherm, PhD

Launching an Effective Citizen Advisory Panel

Effective use of a citizen advisory panel requires clear objectives, high-level corporate support, broad community involvement, and good intergroup dynamics.

1999 Volume 2 Issue 1

By John Milliman, PhD and Ann Feyerherm, PhD

When Worlds Collide

A case study of Evergreen, one of the largest commercial printers in America, which unsuccessfully implemented an electronic forms division.

1998 Volume 1 Issue 2

By Russell Aebig, MBA and Ann Feyerherm, PhD