With a multifaceted career spanning executive coaching, leadership development, and organizational culture transformation, I have dedicated my professional journey to empowering leaders and organizations to foster environments where everyone feels valued, seen, and engaged. As the CEO of Appreciation at Work, I leverage my expertise to enhance workplace cultures, driving performance, and employee satisfaction through the power of appreciation.

My approach combines strategic leadership with empathetic engagement, offering solutions that are not only effective but sustainable. Through keynote speaking, coaching, and my podcast, Catalytic Leadership, I share insights and strategies that inspire change and promote a culture of appreciation across various industries. My mission is to transform workplaces into spaces where employees thrive and business goals are exceeded.

With a background as a pastor, I bring a unique perspective to leadership and organizational development, emphasizing the importance of integrity, compassion, and community. My work is not just about improving metrics but about creating meaningful, lasting change that positively impacts individuals' lives and organizational health.

If you're looking to elevate your organization's culture, develop impactful leadership skills, or inspire your team to achieve their best, let's connect. Together, we can build an engaging and appreciative workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work.

️William Attaway

Northampton Community College

🎥 AV/IT Leader | Managing end-to-end audiovisual and instructional technology systems across three campuses.

Highlights:
-Design, implement, and support AV infrastructure & videoconferencing services.
-Coordinate AV installs, facilities projects, and vendor partnerships.
-Partner with Academic Tech & Client Services for impactful tech initiatives.
-Supervise AV teams, oversee documentation, and produce training resources.
-Drive AV system configurations, firmware updates, and equipment upgrade cycles.

Passionate about delivering seamless tech experiences for education and events!

AV Manager

Moravian University

🎙️ Event AV Manager | Driving seamless audiovisual experiences for 450+ campus events annually.

Highlights:
-Optimize workflows using data-driven insights for equipment and event success.
-Lead and mentor a team of 8-10 student employees, fostering real-world tech skills.
-Collaborate with an AV Specialist to achieve event technology goals.
-Negotiate with vendors to deliver complex AV solutions on time and within budget.
-Manage inventory, rental pricing, and operational policies for efficiency.

Passionate about delivering impactful events through cutting-edge AV solutions!

Director Of Event Technology

Warren Harding High School

📚 Educator & Team Leader | Creating impactful learning experiences and fostering growth in and out of the classroom.

Highlights:
-Designed and delivered state-aligned, research-based lesson plans.
-Led a team of 4 teachers, driving collaboration and professional growth.
-Contributed to grant writing efforts, securing resources for student success.
-Leveraged data to enhance curriculum, instruction, and classroom management.
-Coached Junior Varsity & Varsity Girls' Tennis, building skills and teamwork.

Dedicated to inspiring excellence in education and leadership!

English Teacher

Teach For America

🎓 Teach For America Corps Member | Empowering students and driving educational equity.

Highlights:
-Selected from 45,000+ applicants to teach in under-resourced public schools.
-Completed intensive training to achieve meaningful student achievement gains.
-Taught NYC summer school under mentorship of experienced educators.
-Engaged in dynamic professional development tailored to teaching excellence.

Passionate about creating opportunities and making a difference in education!

Corps Member

An audiovisual professional in Higher Education passionate about connecting people, ideas, and technology to foster impactful change.

🎙 Creator and Host of brAVe [space] – Named Higher Ed AV's Best DEI Program in 2024, this award-winning podcast explores how societal issues intersect with the AV industry. Join the conversation on Higher Ed AV or wherever you listen to podcasts. Interested in sharing your voice? DM me to be a guest!

🏆 Recognized Leader:
-AV Nation's AV Professional of the Year, 2024
-Commercial Integrator's 40 Influencers Under 40, Class of 2023
-Higher Ed AV’s AV Professional of the Year, 2023

✍️ Columnist/Writer for Higher Ed AV Media: Through my "Somehow I Manage" column, I delve into leadership, management, mental health, and professional growth to inspire and empower readers.

🌟 Board Member, HETMA: Proud to serve on the Board of Directors for the Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance, advocating for best practices and community-driven solutions in Higher Ed AV.

💡 Personality & Strengths:
-Myers-Briggs: INFJ – Creative, insightful, principled, passionate, and altruistic.
-DISC Profile: The Precisionist – Careful, methodical, loyal, disciplined, and logical.
-Working Genius: Tenacity & Enablement – A natural drive to turn ideas into results while empowering others to succeed.

With a commitment to excellence and inclusion, I’m dedicated to elevating the AV industry and advancing diversity, equity, and innovation within Higher Education. Let’s connect and collaborate!

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