Utilizing Systems Theory within Organization Development
Tony Petrella, Former MSOD Director
This presentation, featuring former MSOD director, Tony Petrella, was filmed at the 2015 Pepperdine MSOD Alumni Conference in celebration of the MSOD program's 40th anniversary. In his presentation, Tony introduces Systems Theory and its practice, describing a case example of successfully implementing OD Systems Theory within the printing industry. Similar to other MSOD reflections found in this blog, Tony's words offer insight into how OD can best transform people and organizations.
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About the Presenter
Tony Petrella is a luminary in the field of Organization Development and has been teaching cohorts of Pepperdine’s MSOD program since its Alpha Class in 1975. He has over 40 years of experience consulting with executives in both the United States and internationally. He has gained international recognition as a master interventionist, who, using a collaborative approach, has brought improved organizational performance to business and industry.