Justin Spears isn't just the founder of MXI Consulting; he's a catalyst for business transformation. Leveraging a unique blend of military discipline and agile innovation, Justin has made MXI Consulting the go-to partner for businesses hungry for growth. As a U.S. Navy veteran and certified Scrum Master and Safe 5 Agilist, he knows how to navigate complex challenges with precision and agility.

Before MXI, Justin honed his skills in both the government and commercial sectors. Armed with an M.A. in Intellectual Leadership and an M.B.A. in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, he's not just a strategist; he's a doer. His portfolio boasts successful change initiatives and the launch of new organizational divisions across diverse industries. Add certifications in Change Management, Design Thinking, and Lean Six Sigma, and you've got a leader who doesn't just talk the talk but walks the walk.

What sets Justin apart? It's his proven track record in driving continuous improvements and his passion for applying agile and LEAN management techniques. He doesn't just offer services; he becomes a strategic partner committed to your success.

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Arik JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/arikjohnson/

Derek JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-johnson-cfa-190893/

Cam Mackey is President and CEO of the International Safety Equipment Association. ISEA champions a strong and vibrant personal protective and safety equipment industry through product standards, advocacy, actionable market insights, and industry-leading training. Appointed by the Board in May 2022, Cam is the leading advocate for the industry that protects over 100 million workers every day in the U.S. alone.

Prior to joining ISEA, Cam was Executive Director at SCIP, the non-profit advancing the practice of competitive strategy & intelligence. He also held senior positions at Manufacturers Alliance, a professional society advancing manufacturing executive leadership, and at Corporate Executive Board, a best practices advisory and consulting firm (now part of Gartner).

Cam has led or collaborated on benchmark studies in areas including sustainability, product management, competitive strategy, innovation, and channel strategy. He is a member of the Live Stream Interchange Advisory Board, and the Finance Committee of the Edmund Burke School.

A native of Ashtabula, OH, Cam is a graduate of Haverford College, and lives in Washington, DC with his wife, two daughters, and Labrador retriever.

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Arik JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/arikjohnson/

Derek JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-johnson-cfa-190893/

Jake Bernstein is the Director of Business Development at SPINS, a CPG data and insights company based out of Chicago. He leads a team of 5 business development representatives at the company, helping drive lead generation and new business opportunities. He's passionate about teaching, coaching and enabling others to sharpen their craft and achieve outcomes both personally and professionally.

Prior to SPINS, Jake was employee #1 at an HR Tech company called Bonfyre based out of St. Louis. Outside of work, Jake is a proud father of his son Shane who turns 1 this July, and is involved in a cause called Experience Camps, which helps grieving children have the best week ever.

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Arik JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/arikjohnson/

Derek JohnsonLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-johnson-cfa-190893/