Ann Herrmann-Nehdi is the chief thought leader and chair of Herrmann International, the originator of Whole Brain® Thinking and the HBDI® assessment. Author, researcher, and keynoter, Ann’s work specializes in the practical application of neuroscience and cognitive diversity to human and organization development and improvement, continuing the firm’s 40 years of research with a database of over 3 million thinkers from around the globe.

Ann has worked with hundreds of organizations of all sizes and industries worldwide, helping them improve profitability, leadership, productivity, innovation, and overall business results. Her widely viewed TedX talks (The One Thing You Need to Know About Your Brain That Will Change Your Life, and Think Like Your Future Depends On It, Because it Does) have influenced the way people approach their work and their lives and continue to capture the attention of thousands of viewers across the globe. An engaging and in-demand speaker, she has presented keynote addresses for Fortune 100 corporations, major conferences, and global associations.