HR speaker Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. He is also a partner at the RBL Group. RBL is a consulting firm that helps organizations and leaders deliver value. He has published over 200 articles and book chapters and over 30 books. As the world’s most sought-after HR speaker, Dave Ulrich is often speaking for Fortune 500 companies and leading organizations. Over the years, Dave has spoken to large audiences in 90 countries and performed workshops for over half of the Fortune 200. Additionally, he has coached countless successful business leaders.

Dave edited Human Resource Management 1990-1999, served on editorial board of 4 Journal and on the Board of Directors for Herman Miller (16 years). He is also a Distinguished Fellow in the National Academy of Human Resources. Above all, Dave advocates for continually learning, turning complex ideas into simple solutions, and creating real value to those he works with in three fields.

His bestselling books and writings have influenced the thinking about modern organizations and the way to lead them. In human resources, Dave has been called the “father of modern HR” and “HR thought leader of the decade”.