Chris Burkhard
Pioneer · DISC type DsiChris Burkhard is the President of Placers, a workforce solutions company, with over 30 years of experience in human capital. A fourth-generation entrepreneur, he was the 2020 Delaware Small Business Person of the Year and will be inducted into the Delaware Business Hall of Fame in 2025. He has also completed accelerated MBA coursework.
Outside of work, Chris is an author, blogger, and hosts the "Opposite The Crowd" podcast, focusing on life philosophies. He enjoys outdoor activities, including backpacking, gardening, and spending time in the mountains or on the water. A recent post reveals he just became a first-time grandfather.
Unique fact: Chris co-authored his book, "Opposite The Crowd, " with his father, sharing their familys entrepreneurial philosophies across generations.
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They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders) They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product
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