About The Authors
The myth of leaders - that they matter more than they really do - creates the myth of followers - that they matter less than leaders.
Michael W. Linville
Michael W. Linville is Professor of Leadership and Followership Studies in Indiana Wesleyan University’s Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership program. He holds several certifications in areas such as leadership, emotional intelligence, and personality typology, including Ira Chaleff’s Followership Train the Trainer program. Combining 15 years of corporate experience with 25 years of international nonprofit experience (including four years directing a college in Kiev), Linville was awarded Dragomanov University’s Silver Medallion Award in 2009 for his service and contribution to education in Ukraine.
Linville is the co-founder and senior advisor of a leadership think tank based in Ukraine. He regularly presents on leadership and followership topics at various national and international academic and professional conferences, including the International Leadership Association’s Annual Global Conference, the Global Followership Conference, and the Association of Leadership Educator’s Annual Conference. He consults with organizations and individuals nationally and internationally. Contact him at www.drlinville.com.
Mark A. Rennaker
Mark A. Rennaker is Chair of the Division of Leadership and Followership Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University. He served 30 years in faith-based and non-profit leadership roles at local, regional, and national levels. He has also served a variety of leadership roles during 20 years of higher education experience. Certified with Ira Chaleff’s Followership Train the Trainer program, he has multiple research interests including servant-leadership, trust, followership, and human resource development.
Rennaker regularly presents on leadership, followership, and higher education topics at national and international academic and professional conferences, including the International Leadership Association’s Annual Global Conference, the Global Followership Conference, and the Association of Leadership Educator’s Annual Conference. He consults with organizations and speaks at various events. Contact him at mark.rennaker@gmail.com.