“Good leaders provide direction, purpose, and reason for a group or organization to follow. They also share their knowledge, wisdom, and experience with others. Their leadership becomes a calling to serve others. Nancy Geenen is a leader who has risen to the top of her field and industry because she builds teams that put people first and recognize the importance of equity and inclusion. Her stories and recommendations for entrepreneurs in The Advantage of Others are clear, specific, and on target in today’s business and social climate.”
—Lynda Applegate
Baker Foundation Professor, Sarofim-Rock Professor of Business Administration, Emerita

“As Geenen says, employees (the people) are a competitive advantage, and whether a business leader is searching for new talent or new customers, diversity in leadership is a significant consideration. The Advantage of Other is a relatable read that reminds us of that in a unique and fresh manner. I found her book engaging and valuable and will recommend that my business students—future leaders—read it.”
—Tanya Hubanks, JD, SHRM-SCP

“Read, discuss, apply, and share The Advantage of Other. Embracing the message of this timely book will add value to your business and your life. Nancy Geenen nails the critical gaps between leadership and management for women owned and led businesses. This is the book that will guide your leadership and the commitment to scaling your business; it will have you racing into the world to become a company of purpose on your path to personal and professional success.”
—Edie Fraser CEO, WBC
Founder of Diversity Best Practices and STEMconnector

“Nancy Geenen shows up! In The Advantage of Other, Nancy details a plan for business leaders to make a difference. She is a storyteller that imbeds life learnings while inspiring us to challenge the status quo. A teacher, coach, mentor, and friend, Nancy leads with her heart.”
— Julie Castro Abrams
Founder and CEO, How Women Lead, Managing Partner, How Women Invest

“Nancy is the consummate talent to meet customers where they are and to move them forward. She is brave enough to take on new opportunities and help customers build solutions that work for them. Through her focused quietness she allows everyone to think, learn, grow, and succeed.”
—Sandra Eberhard
President and CEO, Women’s Business Economic Council (WBEC) Metro NY and DMV

“I’ve attended many presentations, workshops, and events on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). I’ve read multiple articles, blogs, and papers. I can say, without a doubt, that Geenen’s The Advantage of Other drew me in like others hadn’t. Maybe it is because of her self-professed ‘unique ability to teach.’ Maybe it is because she is an exceptional storyteller. Maybe it is because her prose is personable, relatable, authentic, and humble. Maybe it is because she uses her legal training to effectively present recommendations that guide implementation of each of the DEI concepts she presents. Or, likely, it is because of all of these.

“Geenen likes alliteration, and each chapter in The Advantage of Other presents business leaders with a guide to creating a culture of inclusivity via the P’s. The foundation of developing a supporting work environment is set in chapter one via the power of story—Geenen uses her story and encourages the readers to consider theirs. The next chapters explore the five pillars of an organization (people, presence, pipeline, partners, and profits). Throughout, she explains DEI concepts in an easy to understand manner, differentiating between managing and leading, helping the reader to be a better version of their self in ways that promote inclusivity— to be curious and to keep learning.

“I have had the distinct honor of working with Nancy Geenen since 2021, volunteering on the Board of Directors for the Golden Gate Business Association in San Francisco. I have seen first-hand that DEI runs through Nancy’s veins. I am constantly amazed by Nancy’s passion and drive for equity and inclusion. The drive and passion make The Advantage of Other an essential book for any C-suite executive and business owners. In The Advantage of Other, Nancy shows the reader how equity and inclusion begin with trust and, more importantly, how to apply this concept to become an exceptional leader.”
—Tony Archuleta-Perkins, MBA, MS
Volunteer President of the Golden Gate Business Association

“Nancy Geenen gets it. She’s authored the definitive playbook for leading in a modern, post-pandemic world, powered by a DEI framework. Nancy nails the current realities of leading with head and heart, where the bottom line is equally important as how you get there. Leaders who pay attention to The Advantage of Other will have the edge as we face the new post-pandemic era. Nancy Geenen provides a simple playbook to help leaders navigate the peaks and valleys of the modern workforce, where belonging and engagement drive performance and lead to success. This is a must-read for any entrepreneur and leadership team. With Advantage of Other, Nancy Geenen offers leaders an essential and heartfelt framework for equitable and inclusive leadership that drives results. You may see yourself in these pages.”
—Ryan Wines
Founder and CEO, Marmoset

“The Advantage of Other offers a fresh perspective on leading in today’s world. Nancy Geenen speaks from experience, offering a path of inclusivity and belonging for all. Expanding our leadership lens means being active learners willing to show our vulnerability while elevating the teams we serve. This book offers a path to Intentional Greatness® while doing exactly that!”
—Sue Hawkes
Best Selling Author, Expert EOS® Implementer, Speaker

“I have had the honor and privilege to not only work with Nancy Geenen, but also come to know her as a friend and peer. The Advantage of Other uses the power of story, vulnerability, and transparency to share, highlight, and teach leaders how we can create awesome teams through DEI. In working with Nancy, she has enabled my team to go further together. And I encourage you to pick up this book and bring others on the journey. It will bring us all to a greater good.”
—Michele Bailey
Forbes author of Gratitude

“For those leaders passionate about creating a culture of mattering and belonging there is no better resource than The Advantage of Other. By sharing vulnerable and relatable stories Nancy serves as your navigator toward true understanding and awareness of the challenges that exist within the workplace. Practical tools provided support diversity, equity, and inclusion within business, and more importantly, our world. Having personal, real world experience working with Nancy and her Flexability team, we’ve benefitted from her wisdom to build the most high-performing teams that serve the greater good. Through The Advantage of Other, it’s now available to everyone!”
—Kelly Knight
President & Integrator, EOS Worldwide