Understanding what it feels like to be lost as a leader, Greg Anderson’s study of Christ’s leadership principles has created a passion within him for helping people find themselves as leaders. He knows that Jesus is the perfect model for leadership.

Mentoring various executive directors of faith-based non-profit organizations and young business owners is something that Greg spends a great deal of time doing.

Educated at Queen’s University, Greg Anderson’s interest in health care lead him from Physical Education to selling medical products. His expertise enabled him to help build a independent latex glove distribution company. When, 11 ½ years ago, Discus Dental was looking for someone to head up their Canadian distribution system, Greg was ready.

As a business leader, Greg has transitioned from an entrepreneurial leadership style (focussed on the bottom line, very task driven) to a more relational leadership style. He believes that people development is the most important thing that he does as a leader, because that is what Jesus did.

Living in Peterborough with his wife Kay and their two children Jeremy and Joel, Greg has found the time to involve himself in fund raising and committee work for his children’s school. Greg Anderson also contributed to the launch of the James Birrel Fund, a fund to raise money for finding the cure for Neuroblastoma. He was instrumental in getting Tom Hanks on board with the James Birrel Fund.

Greg has led workshops and seminars on topics as wide ranging as branding, leadership, and mission, vision and values. He believes, in his own words, that in the future, “business will have to have more soul. Customers will demand that businesses stand for something – that they’re brand stands for something – over and beyond making money.”

People are expecting more of companies, according to Greg. This trend, he believes, will continue to grow – “People will expect companies to contribute to society. Companies that win will foster developing people, values and giving back.”

In one sentence, Greg explains why Jesus is a great leader for everyone to emulate: “Business, at its core is ministering to people’s needs. Christ modeled serving – so it’s a natural fit.”

His hobbies include reading, golf & travel.