Severin Sorensen is a 4-time best-selling author (of The AI Whisperer Series, Beyond Excellence, and The Talent Palette) and he is a recognized leader at the intersection of executive leadership, talent acquisition, innovation, and AI application. As the CEO of ePraxis LLC, he's carved out a niche, bringing rigorous AI research to practical talent solutions and his work on SMB innovation and business pivots. His "The AI Whisperer Series" highlights the practical use of AI for business solutions using conversational AI like ChatGPT and visual AI like MidJourney. His latest book, The Talent Palette, four years in the making, provides a playbook for identifying and capturing difference-making top talent and includes hundreds of thought-provoking and engaging behavioral pre-employment questions. Severin is a long-term Vistage community member, with TEC/Vistage CE membership (1999-2004), Vistage Chair (2010-2018) where he facilitated three Vistage groups in Salt Lake City, earning the 2011 Vistage Rookie Chair of the Year Award, and Vistage Speaker (2013-to present). Severin is known for his actionable insights on talent acquisition, where he's shared his expertise in over 350 presentations to Vistage members across continents. Severin has won Vistage Top Performer Speaker Awards for 2020, 2021, and 2022. In his earlier life, Severin founded Sparta Consulting Corporation (1994-2005). This management consulting and security systems integration firm grew under his guidance, and its legacy persists today as part of Interface Security Systems. His capacity to drive business growth hasn’t gone unnoticed. The Kauffman Foundation highlighted his leadership during an impressive 700% growth of his firm from 1995-1999. When it comes to coaching, Severin is pragmatic and methods-based. He mentors CEOs, business owners, and entrepreneurs, helping them reach peak performance. A number of his mentees have clinched spots in the reputable INC 500 and 5000 rankings. Diving deeper into his past, Severin's versatility is evident. He served as a Special Assistant at the White House during President George H.W. Bush's administration (1992-93). On the academic front, he secured an M.Phil. in economics from King’s College, Cambridge, complemented by undergraduate degrees from the University of Utah. In sum, Severin Sorensen combines academic rigor, real-world business experience, and a passion for driving results, making him a valuable resource for CEOs, business owners, and budding entrepreneurs.