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Founded in 2001 as The AMI Solution, Inc., Annie Merkle Inc. is a boutique consultancy led by Annie Merkle who designs and oversees all client engagements and coaching programs.
Susan Ward, Ph.D., runs business operations for AMI and provides data analysis and strategy expertise on client projects.
Mark Berns leads organization development work where technology is the primary driver.
Leif Meneke provides executive coaching, management consulting and talent management services.
We collaborate with other talented colleagues, as needed, for specific expertise or capacity.
"You really are skillful and accomplished a level of cohesiveness and connectedness in such a short period of time. We left energized and equipped with practical tools that we can implement right away."
Client feedback after an executive team development session.
October 29, 2024
Annie Merkle, President and Founder
Annie Merkle is a distinguished leader in organization development, change management, team development, and executive coaching, with over 20 years of global experience. She partners with C-suite leaders to cultivate cultures of engagement and drive strategic alignment, consistently achieving high-impact, measurable results across diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, higher education, not-for-profit, and technology.
As the Founder and President of AMI, Annie collaborates with executives to spearhead strategic transformation, team and leadership development, and complex change initiatives. Her expertise lies in facilitating cultural shifts and designing innovative “forward fit” programs that translate ambitious goals into sustainable outcomes by aligning people, process and technology.
Annie earned her MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and her BA from University of Michigan. She is currently the board chair of United Way of Greater New Haven.
Susan Ward, Ph.D., Vice President
Susan Ward heads AMI’s internal operations and client focused process and strategy projects. She has a broad range of experience including reengineering and team effectiveness and expertise in data collection and analysis. Susan came to AMI from American Express where she led internal reengineering and strategy projects. She spearheaded programs in professional skill development and project planning which increased the overall project effectiveness. Prior to American Express, Susan focused on global alliances as an independent consultant with the American Stock Exchange. She began her consulting career at Mitchell Madison Group/MarchFirst where she led an international team in the planning and development of a new business venture, performed strategic and market analysis, and developed comprehensive sourcing solutions.
Susan joined AMI in 2003. She received her PhD, MPhil, and MA from Columbia University and has a Bachelor of Arts from Wellesley College.
Mark Berns, Principal Consultant
Mark Berns is a former CIO with 30 years of experience in technology and business strategy and organization design for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500.
From 1998-2006 Mark was CIO at Jupitermedia, where he oversaw diligence and integration of 100 acquisitions and led teams supporting worldwide technology and operations.
Mark holds a Master's in Positive Organization Development and Change from Case Western Reserve University.
Leif Meneke, Principal Consultant
Leif Meneke is a leadership coach and consultant recognized for pioneering innovative solutions in complex organizations.
As a coach, he guides visionary leaders through profound transformation journeys to unlock potential and ignite excellence in themselves and their teams—empowering them to lead from a source of health and vitality. His unique approach blends modern leadership strategies with ancient and indigenous wisdom traditions, creating transformative impact for his clients.
Leif’s broad expertise was built on and around Wall Street where he served as a leadership development and human capital management consultant for global organizations such as American Express, Pfizer, Deutsche Bank, and Heineken USA. He holds a Master's in Management and a post-masters certificate in Organization Development, and was named a Top Leadership Coach for 2023 by Mirror Review.
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