Interaction Associates

Linda Dunkel

President and Chief Executive Officer

Linda Dunkel is President and Chief Executive Officer of Interaction Associates, Inc. and a past Chair of its Board of Directors. She also serves as a senior consultant for the firm, with 25 years' experience designing and developing change and learning strategies for organizations and improving the effectiveness of the human assets of corporations. Linda was named one of America's Best Bosses in November 2006 by Winning Workplaces.
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Marybeth Tahar

Chair of the Board and Director of Sales

Marybeth is the Chair of Interaction Associates' Board of Directors and Director of Sales for the firm. She brings 25 years' experience to her consulting role, where she specializes in the design and implementation of large scale organizational initiatives and the design of leadership development curricula. Marybeth is a popular speaker at venues like the CLO Symposium and The Conference Board's Annual Leadership Development Conferences.
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Susan Valentine Baker

Board Director and Acting COO

Susan has been a member of the Board of Directors of Interaction Associates since 2002, and is currently serving as acting Chief Operating Officer of the company. Susan has a wealth of experience addressing financial and strategic business issues, and brings sound financial/operations acumen to the firm.
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Andy Atkins

Director, New Ventures

Andy Atkins has deep experience as a Human Resources professional, with specialized expertise in change management, organizational development, and employee development. Andy has held a variety of senior HR roles and is a sought-after speaker.
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Barry A. Rosen

Director, Intellectual Property

As Director of IP for Interaction Associates, Barry Rosen is responsible for the ongoing development of Interaction Associates' core learning programs and services. Barry joined Interaction Associates in 1984, and is a past president of the company. He has led the product development for the firm, and has been Director, Client Services and Director of Learning. He has helped dozens of private and public sector organizations improve operating performance while building more collaborative and inspired workplaces.
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Michael Papanek

Director, Advanced Learning Innovations

Michael leads the 're-invention' of IA's model for delivering value to our clients, using emerging technologies to help our clients gain more value and impact from IA's collaborative tools and strategies. He has been with the firm for more than 15 years, is an employee-owner, and has served on IA's Board of Directors.
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Harvey Kaufman

Director, Consultant Development

Harvey has designed and delivered performance enhancement initiatives to individuals, groups, and teams for nearly three decades, with extensive experience helping clients create more effective and collaborative workplaces.
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Steve Anderson

Treasurer

Steve Anderson is Treasurer of Interaction Associates and leads the Finance, IT and HR functions for the company. Steve has owned his own business and has extensive experience as a manager and financial professional in a variety of industries. He is also a CPA.
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Beth O'Neill

Director, Affiliate Management

Beth is responsible for the recruitment, development, and management of the firm's many affiliate consultants, ensuring a high level of excellence and client satisfaction. A member of the IA Board of Directors, she is also a former Director of Marketing and a long-time IA consultant.
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Laura Aragon

Operations Manager

Laura is responsible for managing and continuously improving IA's business processes. She manages support staff in both Boston and San Francisco and helps us live our values, especially professional excellence and client satisfaction.
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