Steven Piersanti is founder of Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc., a leading independent publisher that pursues its mission of “Connecting People and Ideas to Create a World That Works for All” by publishing groundbreaking books that promote positive change at all levels – individual, organizational, and societal. Steve recently stepped down as president and CEO and now serves as a full-time senior editor at Berrett-Koehler. Prior to founding Berrett-Koehler in 1992, Steve served as president and CEO of Jossey-Bass Publishers. He began his career at Jossey-Bass in 1977 as an advertising copywriter then served as marketing director, editor, editorial director, and executive vice president before becoming CEO in 1989. Steve graduated with Highest Honors from Brigham Young University, where he got his start in publishing by founding and editing a university student scholarly journal.
In this episode, I speak with Steven about his mission and the impact Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc. is making in the world.
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