NECS Bios

R. James Little (Jim)

Currently, I served as President of the Adler Graduate Professional School (AGPS). Educationally, I earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from McMaster University, a Master of Education degree from the University of Western Ontario, and Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the former Alfred Adler Institute of Chicago (now Adler University). In recent years, I completed a Doctorate in Psychology from the Professional School of Psychology and have been awarded the status of NASAP Diplomate – Adlerian Psychology by the North American Society for Adlerian Psychology. Professionally, I am a registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. My primary area of practice is school psychology and assessment. Outside of my role at ADLER, I am an avid photographer, scuba diver and Master Certified Barbecue Judge with the Kansas City Barbecue Society

Terrie Lupberger

Having worked in and with organizations for 25+ years, in various professional roles and across many industries and countries, I would sum up my work as a changemaker who cares deeply about eliminating suffering in organizations and creating healthier workplaces that can have a more significant, positive impact in the world. I do executive and team coaching and consulting and I currently teach leadership, coaching, and team coaching in several global programs in Europe, Asia, and the U.S., including at the University of Miami and the National University of Singapore, School of Medicine.  My organizational experience combined with my varied studies in human potential and philosophy have resulted in a unique world view and approach to working with others and is the focus of my forthcoming book.

Linda Miller

Since 1995, Linda has been an executive coach, keynote speaker, trainer and facilitator. In 2000, Linda was recruited by The Ken Blanchard Companies to help launch their coaching business. As part of her work at The Ken Blanchard Companies, Linda co-authored Coaching Essentials, a coach training program that is used throughout the world and Blanchard Manager Essentials, based on the best-selling New One Minute Manager. In addition, Linda has co-authored two books along with chapters on coaching in Leading at a Higher Level from The Ken Blanchard Companies and Coaching for Leadership by Marshall Goldsmith. Active in the International Coach Federation (ICF), Linda is a founding recipient of the Master Certified Coach designation and a former board member. Linda holds two master’s degrees and received an honorary doctorate in 2009 for her contribution to the coaching profession. While living in Seattle, Linda helped to start the Seattle ICF chapter.