Al Dea

Al Dea is a researcher, speaker, and advisor who explores how organizations develop talent and build high-performing organizations in an era of rapid change. As the founder of The Edge of Work, Al explores the evolving relationship between talent, organizational strategy, and change, translating emerging trends into pragmatic guidance for leaders navigating complex transformation. His research and insights have been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and Business Insider, and LinkedIn has recognized him as a Top Voice in Leadership and the Future of Work. He hosts The Edge of Work podcast, where he has interviewed hundreds of practitioners, executives, and researchers shaping the future of talent and the workplace. Al has advised and worked with organizations ranging from high-growth tech companies to Fortune 500 enterprises. He previously held roles at Deloitte Consulting and Salesforce, and holds degrees from Boston College and UNC-Chapel Hill