Dr. Gerald D. Bell

Biography

You are in good company when you listen to Dr. Gerald Bell. Thousands of leaders from around the world have experienced personal and professional growth by implementing his timeless methods.

Whether addressing an audience of thousands or consulting one-on-one, Dr. Bell helps people identify needs and implement action plans that create dramatic change. He is a frequently-requested speaker, trainer and consultant to leading companies. In addition, Dr. Bell’s counsel has been sought for decades by both the Young Presidents’ Organization and Entrepreneurs’ Organization, indicating that his principles remain on the cutting edge.

Dr. Bell’s insights are formed by over 50 years of research and a background in business and psychology. His passion for learning and sharing his knowledge and experience with others shines through in all of his work. This can be seen in his books: The Achievers and The New York Times best seller, The Carolina Way he co-authored with Coach Dean Smith.

While devoting his life to the mission of building world-class leaders, Dr. Bell enjoys spending time with his family, keeping fit, golfing, fly fishing and collecting Western art.

• M.S. and Ph.D. from Yale University
• B.S. and M.S. from the University of Colorado Boulder
• Visiting professor at the Harvard Business School, Cornell, Stanford, McGill, and the London School of Business
• Adjunct Professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School
• Honoree of the Gerald D. Bell Distinguished Professorship in the Kenan-Flagler Business School
• Creator of leadership training used by more than 5,000 organizations around the world
• Author of The Achievers and co-author with Coach Dean Smith of the New York Times best-seller, The Carolina Way