“AI-Powered Leadership, DEI, Change, LGBTQ+ Advocacy, Entrepreneur, Author/Speaker ... all in a 1-part Rock Star & 2-parts Nerd w/ a twisted!”
Hello! I’m Dr. Steve Yacovelli (a.k.a. “The Gay Leadership Dude®”), and I’m considered an expert in leadership, using AI for more effective business results, welcoming and belonging consulting, and organizational change and resiliency. I’ve worked internally for folks like The Walt Disney Company, IBM, Tupperware Brands, and several universities before starting my own consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group in 2008. TopDog works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace through on-site and virtual workshops, keynotes, 1:1 and group coaching sessions, and custom learning solutions.
I’m also an award-winning and best-selling author, speaker, and catalyst. My previous book, “Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle” ‘came out’ in 2019, and my latest book, “Your Queer Career®: Workplace Advice from ‘The Gay Leadership Dude®’” hit shelves in 2024.
My not-so-hidden agenda is to make the world a bit more inclusive and effective for us all … one leader at a time. Love to share my story and experiences on your audience on your podcast!.
KEYWORDS: AI leadership diversity inclusion change management LGBT LGBTQ unconscious bias resilience entrepreneur author speaker
