Nimble Organizations: Managing and Adapting to Change (Health Care Conference)

John E. Park, D.Ed.
Director
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause LLP

John maintains a targeted consulting and coaching practice where he works with his clients on issues related to strategic planning, change management, emotional intelligence and leadership development. He has multiple publications including co-authorship of the book "Creating in House Sales Development Programs "and regularly speaks at regional and national conferences.

Specific experience:
* Supports the firm’s internal management and leadership development initiatives.
* Member of the team focused on establishing Baker Tilly’s EDGE program to develop leaders who embrace our values and principles.
* Prior to joining Baker Tilly, John was the associate director and assistant professor of management development at the Pennsylvania State University, where he held affiliate faculty status in the School of Hospitality Management. 
* Before joining the Penn State faculty, John was the commercial lines manager and assistant vice president for an insurance agency, a commercial underwriter for Pennsylvania National Insurance and a senior casualty underwriter for Commercial Union Insurance. He has also been involved in the ownership and operation of a family owned school bus business and recreational campground for over 25 years.

Industry involvement:
* American Society of Training and Development
* American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
* Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants(Education Committee)

Education:
Shippensburg University
Bachelor of Science/Master of Science

Pennsylvania State University
Doctor of Education