Dr. Leon Herszon
Dr. Leon Herszon, MSc, PhD, PMP, CSM, CSPO, DASSM, is a highly accomplished, versatile, and respected executive with over 30 years of extensive achievements within diverse environments utilizing exemplary management, analytical, organizational, and people skills. He has experience leading teams to improve performance and manage business transformation focused on agility, transparency, teamwork, experimentation, and innovation. Dr. Herszon’s doctoral research explored factors that contribute to project complexity and proposed a model to manage complexity.
Dr. Herszon performed roles as executive and managing director, Chief Agility Officer, entrepreneur, portfolio, program and project director, business transformation leader, corporate educator, Head of IIL Consulting, and is currently the CEO & President of Value Edge Group. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the prestigious Rutgers Business School. Dr. Herszon can communicate in English, French, Portuguese, German, and Spanish, and is also a several times Ironman triathlon finisher.

Authored Articles

White Paper | The Use of AI in Education and Corporate Training
This free white paper delves into the similarities and differences between AI in education and corporate training, examines its advantages and challenges, and provides actionable insights for stakeholders.

White Paper | Accelerating AI Adoption: A 4-Step Approach for Organizations
By Dr. Leon Herszon
Abstract In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just an advantage but a necessity for organizations aiming to remain competitive.

White Paper | The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Project Management – A Survey
By Dr. Leon Herszon & Dr. Elissa Farrow
As AI technologies continue to advance, organizations are exploring a continuum of adoption, where some are early adopters leveraging AI for competitive advantage, while others are cautiously testing its potential before full-scale implementation.

Dr. Rodolfo De Acutis on Leading PMOs, Strategic Programs, and Sustainable Practices that Lead to Success
With Guest Dr. Rodolfo De Acutis, hosted by Dr. Leon Herszon
Join Dr. Leon Herszon as he sits down with Rodolfo de Acutis, the leader of the Global PMO, Strategic Programs, and Sustainability at one of the largest fast-moving consumer goods organizations in the world.

How Stakeholder Interaction and Engagement Impacts Project Complexity
By Dr. Leon Herszon
Stakeholder interaction and their engagement level is an important element of project success. In this article, we will address how relevant the different viewpoints and interests of project stakeholders can impact project complexity.

IIL Spotlight: Leon Herszon
Each month we will spotlight an employee from one of our offices. Here, we introduce Leon Herszon, Senior Vice President at IIL US.