Dr. John Dentico is a distinguished thought leader in leadership impact, strategic thinking, and the ethical integration of Artificial Intelligence into organizational practices. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Dentico has dedicated his career to helping leaders navigate complexity and build purpose-driven organizations where meaning becomes the ultimate currency. His groundbreaking approach emphasizes the alignment of leadership actions with organizational values to foster innovation, adaptability, and long-term growth in today’s ever-changing world.

As the creator of the TSWG Strategic Thinking Method and the LeadSimm Leadership Impact Simulation Method, Dr. Dentico provides leaders with innovative tools to tackle modern challenges. The LeadSimm method, a groundbreaking simulation-based training system, immerses participants in realistic scenarios to enhance decision-making and strategic thinking under pressure. He holds the prestigious AI Management Professional (AIMP) certification, showcasing his ability to blend cutting-edge AI strategies with human-centered leadership principles. His work ensures that leaders maintain a balance between technological innovation and meaningful human connection, offering a path forward in the age of AI.

Dr. Dentico is also the award-winning author of Throttle Up: How to Accelerate the Impact of 21st Century Leadership, a guide that inspires leaders to take actionable steps toward creating environments of collaboration and purpose. As the host of the popular Throttle Up Leadership Podcast, he delivers thought-provoking discussions and insights on topics such as the future of work, ethical AI integration, and the power of strategic thinking.

Guided by his personal slogan, Leadership is Action, Dr. Dentico’s work inspires leaders to go beyond traditional leadership development and focus on measurable impact. His philosophy of meaning as the new money challenges leaders to rethink how they approach engagement, retention, and organizational success.

Whether cultivating cultures of purpose, enhancing strategic thinking capabilities, or helping organizations navigate the opportunities of AI, Dr. Dentico equips leaders with the tools they need to thrive. His mission is clear: to help leaders create purposeful, innovative futures where technology and humanity coexist harmoniously.