Joseph Grenny is a well-known business expert, author, and speaker recognized for his work in organizational development and human behavior change. He co-founded California Computer Corporation in the 1980s and later co-founded VitalSmarts in 1990. This corporate training company serves over 300 Fortune 500 clients and has more than 10,000 trainers worldwide. VitalSmarts has received several awards, including being named the 2008 Business of the Year by The Association of Learning Providers. Grenny has written eight books, including the New York Times bestsellers "Crucial Conversations," "Crucial Accountability," "Influencer," and "Change Anything," with over six million copies sold globally. His research has impacted more than two million people. In 2007, he and his co-authors were recognized as Ernst & Young Entrepreneurs of the Year for their work with VitalSmarts. His key works include "Crucial Conversations," which teaches effective communication in high-stakes situations, and "Influencer," which provides strategies for driving change. "Crucial Accountability" offers tools for addressing broken promises and bad behavior, benefiting many individuals and organizations. As a keynote speaker, Grenny has addressed executive teams at major companies like IBM and Genentech, delivering thousands of speeches worldwide, including to organizations like NASA and the American Bankers Association. In addition to his corporate work, Grenny is the Chairman of the Board and co-founder of Unitus Labs, a non-profit focused on reducing global poverty through economic empowerment. He also co-founded The Other Side Academy, a residential school that teaches vocational and life skills to individuals with histories of crime and addiction. Grenny's work has been featured in major publications and on various media platforms. He is a figure in leadership, influence, and communication, having made significant contributions to organizational development and social change.