Consultants

Primary Consultants

John Austin, PhD (Managing Consultant)

Dr. John Austin is an internationally recognized expert in providing behavior-based solutions to organizational challenges.  He is the founder of Reaching Results, a consultancy for management, motivation, leadership, and safety.  He has consulted with organizations for 20 years to improve productivity and safety in various industries including: chemical, construction, healthcare, transportation, food service, utilities, retail government, and manufacturing.  He has published nearly 100 articles and chapters, delivered over 200 presentations at regional, national, and international conferences, and has published three books.  John is the past Director of the Organizational Behavior Management Network, a Trustee at the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies, and a leading member of the UK & USA based BMT Federation (www.bmtfed.com).  John earned his BA from the University of Notre Dame and his MS and PhD from Florida State University.

Nicole Gravina, PhD (Consultant)

Dr. Nicole Gravina is an expert in behavioral science and using behavior-based techniques to create positive changes in organizations. She is currently a consultant with Reaching Results and has helped organizations in various industries achieve substantial improvements in safety, leadership, employee satisfaction, and engagement. Nicole has delivered over 40 presentations and workshops at national and international conferences and has published numerous research articles.  She is currently the President-Elect of the OBM Network and on the Board of Advisors for the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies.  Nicole is also a leading member of the BMT Federation.  She earned her BA, MA, and PhD from Western Michigan University and completed a research fellowship at Liberty Mutual Safety Research Institute.