Leigh Thompson

Dr. Leigh Thompson is the J. Jay Gerber Distinguished Professor of Dispute Resolution and Organizations at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. An acclaimed researcher, author, and speaker, Thompson’s research focuses on negotiation, creativity, and teamwork. Thompson integrates her extensive research in the field of negotiation and conflict along with her training as a counselor to offer-up a playbook for finding the sweet spot in life’s toughest situations. She is the author of ten books including “The Truth about Negotiations” and “Creative Conspiracy: The New Rules of Breakthrough Collaboration.”