As I reflect on my journey in academia, I recognize that my key areas of expertise have developed over time through a combination of education, experience, and mentorship. My specialization is in leadership emergence, and it has been informed by a passion for understanding how leaders develop and how they can be developed more effectively. My research interests were sparked by my experiences working with Christian leaders and the lack of understanding around how leadership emergence occurs. Through years of research and observation, I have developed a model of leadership emergence that has been influential in the field. It is my hope that this work will continue to inform the development of effective leaders for years to come.