About The Author
About The Author
Jane Behrends
Jane Behrends is a globally recognized change leadership expert with over two decades of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through complex transformations. From pioneering change frameworks at Walmart International to building Target’s internal change practice during a pivotal business reinvention, Jane has consistently turned disruption into opportunity.
As the Founding Partner of Pivot +, Jane focuses on helping organizations build lasting capacity for change as a competitive advantage in a world that is (last we checked) not slowing down anytime soon. Her approach blends behavioral science, strategic foresight, and a deep understanding of organizational culture—making her a trusted advisor for leaders seeking to drive meaningful, sustainable change that delivers real business results.
Born in Germany, raised in Japan and now based in the U.S., Jane brings a multicultural lens to her work, along with a healthy dose of humor and humility. She is a mother of four brilliant adult children and an award-winning storyteller.
In Change Leadership Demystified, Jane and her co-authors distill their hard-won insights over the last two decades into a practical guide for leaders at every level. Whether you’re launching a transformation or simply trying to keep pace with it, this book offers the clarity, courage, and tools to lead change with confidence – or at least help you along the way.
Jane Behrends is a globally recognized change leadership expert with over two decades of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through complex transformations. From pioneering change frameworks at Walmart International to building Target’s internal change practice during a pivotal business reinvention, Jane has consistently turned disruption into opportunity.
As the Founding Partner of Pivot +, Jane focuses on helping organizations build lasting capacity for change as a competitive advantage in a world that is (last we checked) not slowing down anytime soon. Her approach blends behavioral science, strategic foresight, and a deep understanding of organizational culture—making her a trusted advisor for leaders seeking to drive meaningful, sustainable change that delivers real business results.
Born in Germany, raised in Japan and now based in the U.S., Jane brings a multicultural lens to her work, along with a healthy dose of humor and humility. She is a mother of four brilliant adult children and an award-winning storyteller.
In Change Leadership Demystified, Jane and her co-authors distill their hard-won insights over the last two decades into a practical guide for leaders at every level. Whether you’re launching a transformation or simply trying to keep pace with it, this book offers the clarity, courage, and tools to lead change with confidence – or at least help you along the way.
About The Author
Rhonda Horne
Rhonda Horne is a leading expert in change management with a proven track record of helping organizations—from Fortune 500 retailers to state governments—navigate transformation while driving measurable business results. With an education in finance, international business, and organizational leadership, Rhonda brings a sharp analytical mind and a global perspective to the complex world of organizational change.
She draws on years of hands-on experience to simplify the change process for individuals and organizations offering practical tools for leaders who need results – fast. Passionate about building strong change networks and developing leaders with the skills to manage resistance, Rhonda loves to watch changes unfold from ambiguous ideas into fully realized transformations.
Rhonda lives in Northwest Arkansas with her husband, two children, and three beloved dogs. When she’s not working with clients or writing, she enjoys reading, traveling, and immersing herself in new cultures.
About The Author
Liz Wood-Hopkins
Liz Wood-Hopkins is a seasoned change management and transformation leader with over 20 years of experience spanning organizational change, program strategy and people leadership. She brings a blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and human-centered advocacy to every initiative she leads.
Liz has enabled teams to adapt, align, and thrive through change for well-known organizations in retail, technology, business services and healthcare.
With a background that bridges communications, learning, and employee engagement, Liz helps companies make change not just manageable—but meaningful. Whether driving enterprise-wide transformation or supporting frontline team members, she coaches on how to lead with empathy, integrity, and a deep commitment to delivering real impact.
As a mother, volunteer and ally, Liz thrives in environments where people and purpose come together to drive results.
