Who We Are

Our Team

Driven by a passion for great leadership, MDA consultants combine leadership and psychology expertise with real-world business knowledge to create relevant solutions for clients. Our senior-level consultants are equipped to respond to a wide array of leadership development challenges in any industry. 

Robert Barnett, Ph.D., L.P.

Robert Barnett
Executive Vice President and Partner

Guiding integrated strategic change

  Sandra Davis, Ph.D., L.P.

Sandra Davis
Chief Executive Officer

Helping boards navigate succession planning, and developing CEO candidates

Sarah Murphy, Ph.D.

Sarah Murphy
Principal Consultant and Partner

Helping business leaders fill their leadership pipeline

  Scott E. Nelson, M.A.

Scott E. Nelson
Executive Vice President of Consulting Services and Partner

Designing and implementing leadership development initiatives that grow talent

Sharon Sackett, Ph.D.

Sharon Sackett
Vice President of Talent Management

Identifying and developing high potential leaders

  LexAnn Steffens, M.B.A.

LexAnn Steffens
Vice President of Operations and HR

Being an effective strategic business partner