Change doesn’t have to mean burnout or disengagement. In this episode of Behind the Build, Curtis Forbes talks with consultant and educator Summer Miller about why real growth starts with people, not processes.

From her journey in jazz composition to leading people-centered consulting, Summer shares why curiosity, critical thinking, and two-way communication are the keys to thriving workplaces and how leaders can build cultures where connection beats compliance.

About Summer:

Summer Miller helps businesses navigate change and growth without leaving people behind. Through her work as an advisor, educator, facilitator, and speaker, she helps leaders and teams integrate people-centered practices and design to support their growth strategy. Summer holds a doctorate in organizational leadership and teaches master’s courses through the University of Minnesota and the University of Denver. She is a life-long learner with a passion for building capability and confidence in others.