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David Bernard-Stevens 1st David Bernard-Stevens Chief Executive Officer at Effective Change Consultants, Ltd, KenyaProfessional Training & Coaching Current Effective Changer Consultants, Ltd,, Leader Development Group, LLC Previous North Platte Area Chamber of Commerce, The Nebraska State Legislature (Unicameral), Papillion/La Vista High School Education CTI Co-Active Leadership Training 500+ connectionsSend a messageMore options ke.linkedin.com/in/davidbernardstevens/ Contact Info Activity David Bernard-Stevens 11 extremely poor yet amazing women in rural Kenya have taken a huge leap of faith as they believe they can build a large dairy herd and take themselves, their families and much of the community over time out of poverty... forever. These not so young entrepreneurs have grown...more Click here to support A Dream, 2 Acres and 11 Kenyan Women by David... gofundme.com When I was in Kenya, I met 11 amazing women in the rural area. Each had virtually nothing, had been abused and were left with many children to raise with little education, skills or income. They were forced to brew il... Like (2) Comment (1) Send a message Share 7 days ago Samuel Harrison Jones III and Joseph Bernard Joseph Bernard Joseph Bernard Go on these these families a hand 7 days ago David Bernard-Stevens commented on this update: Catarina Alexon Catarina Alexon What makes you follow a leader? catarinasworld.com Lately we have witnessed some terrible leadership. Can't help wondering why some of the worst leaders get followers? Maybe Gareth Jones, London Business School fellow, has the answer? Like (4) Comment (1) Share 8 days ago Susan P. Cooper, mohamad majed, and 2 others David Bernard-Stevens David Bernard-Stevens I don't. I choose to work people who share a similar vision who are ethical, transparent and respectful to all. :-) 8 days ago David Bernard-Stevens This is just an FYI for those who might be interested.... David http://lnkd.in/bMc5Dmh Click here to support A Dream, 2 Acres and 11 Kenyan Women by David... gofundme.com When I was in Kenya, I met 11 amazing women in the rural area. Each had virtually nothing, had been abused and were left with many children to raise with little education, skills or income. They were forced to brew il... Like Comment Send a message Share 8 days ago David Bernard-Stevens You know I was thinking (always a headache in the making!) about the phrase, 'And the Truth Shall Set You Free!'. I believe that to be true with the understanding that I may never know the absolute truth in this life or lifetime considering how much I do not know of the universe. So I'm asking myself, 'What does THAT mean then?' So I think I will revise the initial statement to be, 'And the truth shall set you free...eventually!' less Like Comment Send a message Share 8 days ago David Bernard-Stevens I am convinced that strong development simply cannot happen where corruption is prevalent. When companies, organizations and government entities truly understand this; the reduction of corruption practices and/or individuals can increase the bottom line significantly thus advancing development. less Like (3) Comment Send a message Share 11 days ago Joseph Bernard, Kathleen M. Vaughan, and 1 others See Less Background Summary Currently I have added the title of CEO of 'Effective Change Consultants, Ltd' a newly registered Kenyan company based in Nairobi, Kenya. Helping people develop their own authentic leadership skills that inspire others to achieve their dreams with the understandings that: * No one can lead anyone until they can first lead lead themselves. * Leadership requires knowing one's core values and inner spirit AND having the commitment to make choices that are in alignment with those core values. * As individuals, we are always at choice and accountable for our actions and impact. * There is a need to help individuals distinguish the difference between having a position of authority and that of being a leader. _______________________________________________________________________ Some of my activities and accomplishments have been: * Was a Presenter/speaker at the Vision 2010 Leadership Conference in Yaounde, Cameroon * Previously selected as one of the top 5 educators in the United States. * Former state senator for 9 years. * Former Teacher of the Year for the State of Nebraska (USA) * Working in Kenya to develop a 'Purposeful Leadership' program throughout Kenya, East Africa and the world. * Mentoring and teaching individuals throughout the world on being an authentic and purposeful leader. Specialties: I was born with the gift of communicating ideas in ways that 'locks in' learning for people everywhere. ________________________________________________________________________ For those open to expanded possibilities, I can guide each to discover or refine their own authentic leadership values and purpose in life and the tools to transfer all of that power to those they encounter whether a family, organization, or business. In the end each will create for themselves lives that have more meaning, purpose and best of all JOY! DBS at Entrepreneuer Leadership Workshop Nairobi, Kenya DBS at Entrepreneuer Leadership Workshop Nairobi, Kenya International Leadership Conference in Younde, Cameroon International Leadership Conference in Younde, Cameroon Authentic Leadership for Youth in Kenya Authentic Leadership for Youth in Kenya Professional and Personal Leadership - Nakuru, Kenya Professional and Personal Leadership - Nakuru, Kenya AIESEC Business Summit AIESEC Business Summit Training with an amazing Women's group in rural Kenya Training with an amazing Women's group in rural Kenya Empowerment, Mindsets for Leadership and a Dairy Project! Empowerment, Mindsets for Leadership and a Dairy Project! With Rajmohan Gandhi and the Kenyan Inititives for Change Team With Rajmohan Gandhi and the Kenyan Inititives for Change Team SEE LESS Experience Chief Executive Officer Effective Changer Consultants, Ltd, July 2013 – Present (5 months)Nairobi, Kenya * Building the kind of leaders that make amazing impact and who choose to make a positive difference. * Helping Businesses, Organizations and Policy-makers create the type of internal leadership that develops sustainable teams working together for the betterment of all not because they have to but because they 'choose' to!. * Taking the words 'accountability, respect, ethics and responsibility and changing them from mere words into real action within our Men and Women to Lead Program. * Developing Leaders and honing their skills of communication, team building, creating environments that build sustainable success, governance, staff/management development, political leadership and a whole lot more! For now until the new web site is up, anyone can go to www.leaderdevelopmentgroup.com for more information or contact The CEO, David Bernard-Stevens at +254 (0) 721 21 8962 or via E-mail: dbs03@q.com President Leader Development Group, LLC December 2007 – Present (6 years) Dedicated to bringing meaning and purpose for people wishing to make a true difference in the world. For more information go to: http://www.leaderdevelopmentgroup.com (Open)1 project (Open)10 recommendations, including: Gino Federici Gino Federici They call me Don Gino 'cause of my passion for Women Whiskey & Wiseguys! My next CD. A 'hit,' baby! I had the pleasure of meeting former Senator David Bernard Stevens while working on a relief program for starving children...View Barbara Frank Barbara Frank Project management; Partnership Development; Coalition Building; Strategic Planning I have known of David by reputation for more than 20 years. He was an esteemed Senator in the great state of Nebraska,...View 8 more recommendations President North Platte Area Chamber of Commerce June 1997 – November 2007 (10 years 6 months) Helping a region and community to grow and prosper. (Open)2 recommendations Gary Reber Gary Reber Advancement Communications Coordinator at Nebraska Wesleyan University I enjoyed working with David. He is a great leader and is able to motivate staff and volunteers to accomplish great things....View Richard Baier Richard Baier Executive Vice-President - Forging Nebraska's Future at Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry David is clearly an intelligent, out-of-the-box, thinker that is always willing to challenge your views and beliefs. He is...View Senator The Nebraska State Legislature (Unicameral) December 1986 – June 1997 (10 years 7 months) State Senator for nine years representing the people of the 42nd legislative district. Served during my career on the Appropriations committee as Vice-Chair, Education Committee (VC), Judiciary Committee, Health and Human Services Committee, and Government and Agriculture committees. Mind Developer Papillion/La Vista High School August 1979 – June 1984 (4 years 11 months) Nebraska and top 5 National Teacher of the Year * Organizations APEX Management Systems - Consultants (Kenya) Board of Directors June 2010 – Present Skills & Expertise Most endorsed for... 99+Leadership Development 82Leadership 54Strategic Planning 42Public Speaking 34Coaching 30Training 28Team Building 24Strategy 21Teaching 21Organizational... David also knows about... 13Public Relations 8Research 8Team Leadership 8Entrepreneurship 7Change Management 7Nonprofits 4Event Management 4Event Planning 4Business Strategy 2Non-profits 2Government 2Management 1Business Development 1Analysis 1Policy Projects Dairy Project for Abused Single Mothers with Children in Rual Kenya(Link) June 2010 – Present Women finding ways of creating lives of meaning and purpose from what little they had... and succeeding! An inspiration for everyone who wants to create something special from virtually nothing. 3 team members David Bernard-Stevens David Bernard-Stevens Chief Executive Officer at Effective Change Consultants, Ltd, No photo Andrew Tibwell No photo NG'ET NG'ETIE' Women's Group Kenya Magnate Secondary School(Link) January 2011 – Present Magnate is a new secondary school started by a family in rural Kenya who wanted to create ethical leaders who can think critically and be in contact with the world. They are in an extremely poor areas and are starting with virtually nothing. Yet the family has been able to hire all certified teachers and boarding facilities. There are 65 'form one' students at this time. Next year those 65 will be...more Group Founder of The East African Economy Forum(Link) December 2012 This Group brings together people who are interested in discussing & learning about The East African Community regarding Economic Development, Trade, and Investment. Current members are Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda, with Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan likely to join soon. (Open)10 team members, including: David Bernard-Stevens David Bernard-Stevens Chief Executive Officer at Effective Change Consultants, Ltd, Rachel Kasumba Rachel Kasumba Research Analyst Mercie Alusa Mercie Alusa Business Process Analyst and Consultant at Freight Forwarders Kenya Ltd Ahmad Hadidi Ahmad Hadidi Physician & public health professional/researcher. Peacebuilding practitioner Publications A Leader Within(Link) Leadership Concepts February 2, 2009 A thought provoking book that strikes at who we are and where each of us at our core wishes to go. This book is for anyone who knows there is a better way to lead and may sense that their lives need more meaning in order to make a difference in the world. It is for those who wish to begin to think of leadership in new ways and desire to create new realities that will serve people better. I hope...more Education CTI Co-Active Leadership Training 2007 – 2008 Bellevue University Bellevue University Masters, Leadership 2002 – 2004 Cozad High School Additional Info Interests Leader Development Training - Corporations, Small business, groups, individuals, youth. Advice for Contacting David When it comes to being able to transfer knowledge to others, I shine as it truly is what I was born to do. If you need to develop leaders for you future, I can make that happen for you, your business, and/or team. Honors & Awards Additional Honors & Awards Previous selected as one of the top 5 Teachers in the United States. Previous selected as Nebraska's Teacher of the Year. State Senator for 9 years. Recommendations Received (12)Given (11) Peter, would you like to recommend David? Recommend David President Leader Development Group, LLC Gino Federici Gino Federici They call me Don Gino 'cause of my passion for Women Whiskey & Wiseguys! My next CD. A 'hit,' baby! I had the pleasure of meeting former Senator David Bernard Stevens while working on a relief program for starving children in Africa. I came to know him well. His relentless leadership work to bring about change in the slums of Kibera, Kenia, are humbling, at best, for anyone who is witnessing this ongoing personal commitment. It is a very well known fact that the most...more July 14, 2012, Gino was with another company when working with David at Leader Development Group, LLC Barbara Frank Barbara Frank Project management; Partnership Development; Coalition Building; Strategic Planning I have known of David by reputation for more than 20 years. He was an esteemed Senator in the great state of Nebraska, where I lived for 55 years. I have since gotten to know him better as we are both former NE Teachers of the Year. Whereas awards and titles are nice, the truth of the man is in his deeds. I have found David to be an inspiring and selfless leader and...more January 4, 2012, Barbara was with another company when working with David at Leader Development Group, LLC Tom Courry Tom Courry Organization Development Consultant & Trainer I had the pleasure of working with David in a leadership development program. His presence, sense of self, realness and openness created a space of learning for the entire group. He is the type of person who moves toward the challenges of life, takes them in and shares in such a way that those around him find learning. This is someone whose presence will affect you. Enjoy....more July 29, 2011, Tom managed David at Leader Development Group, LLC Roshanna S EVANS Roshanna S EVANS Writer, Performing Arts, Wellness I have collaborated with David behind the scenes on a number of projects regarding human rights and creating the opportunity for others to understand and develop their skills and take the first steps into being entrepreneurs. David's work at LDG is extraordinary. He has honed and shaped, and reshaped his understanding of leadership by his work in the field - which often...more June 12, 2011, Roshanna S was with another company when working with David at Leader Development Group, LLC Jim Lilkendey Jim Lilkendey Business Coach | Business Consultant | Trainer | Facilitator While I only became acquainted with David Bernard-Stevens within the past year, we have already worked together on multiple projects and I can safely say that he is a man of vision and integrity. His passion for leadership and assisting those in need is an inspiration, and I look forward to new opportunities to learn from him and partner more closely on future projects. ...more March 6, 2011, Jim was a consultant or contractor to David at Leader Development Group, LLC See More ConnectionsAll (500+)Shared (8) Yves Godelet (★★★)Yves Godelet (★★★)2nd Finance & Administration Manager at Mineral Supply Africa Ltd (MSA Ltd) Connect15Terryanne ChebetTerryanne Chebet2nd Business News Anchor & Associate Editor at K24TV, CEO Scarlet Digital Connect10Jerry BlenmanJerry Blenman2nd Managing Director, Calidad Financial Services & Director at Caribbean Center for Organizational Excellence Connect3Caroline Kagendo MbuiCaroline Kagendo Mbui2nd South East Africa Agency Lead Connect8Andy FergusonAndy Ferguson2nd Speaker I Author I Facilitator I Mentor Connect4Anne-Rachel InnéAnne-Rachel Inné2nd COO at AfriNIC (Regional Internet Registry, Africa) Connect22Theresa DuffyTheresa Duffy2nd -- Connect1Dr Benard EttaDr Benard Etta2nd President at NATION BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL Connect14Hae Sook LeeHae Sook Lee2nd CEO, FLIP &Click Connect1Kristina BassKristina Bass2nd Leadership Development at Be-Possible Connect1 PreviousNext Groups Africa Business Leads Africa Business Leads Join Can Politics ever be separated from religion? 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