Gary Wilkins is a Strategic Principal for MLA. His work combines a lifelong passion for organizational and team effectiveness with ongoing research and application. Gary serves as the Chair of MLA’s Board of Advisors and leads internal initiatives, in addition to his work with MLA clients.
Gary’s work with MLA focuses on how organizational culture affects leadership initiatives and transitions. He has previously served non-profits and entrepreneurs with marketing communications, organizational development and multi-media products.
Prior to joining MLA as a strategic principal, Gary served as Teaching Pastor at a Dayton-area church. His combination of ministry, business and non-profit experience positions him to serve MLA’s team members and clients as a researcher, consultant, and coach.
Gary recently completed a Doctor of Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky. His research focused on aligning the current awareness of culture with biblical values and theology. This research has contributed to the development of MLA’s vision of Business Redeemed. He continues to write and explore the relationships between faith, business and community.