Research Discipline/Bio
Leos primary research focus is related to how social identity influences employee engagement during times of major change, how individuals can successfully manage disruptions in identity brought about by transition, and how the state of psychological transition impacts organizational change efforts and leadership practices. He is also keen on further investigating the impact that leadership development programs have on leadership self-identity, motivation to lead, and self-efficacy.
Leo is the co-founder of a non-profit, Beneath the Service, that focuses on the psychological adjustment and reintegration of military veterans. He also runs The Leadership Supply Company, a consulting shop that specializes in OD interventions and leadership development curriculum.
Educational Background
Master of Arts, Organizational Psychology, Teachers College
Bachelors of Science, Foreign Area Studies, United States Military Academy at West Point
Last Updated: Jun 3, 2025