1. Creating Leaders
Phil Stassi
May 2017, Los Angeles CA

2. Company Facts
Jacobs is one of the world’s largest and most diverse providers of technical, professional, and construction services, including all aspects of architecture, engineering and construction, operations and maintenance, as well as scientific and speciality consulting.
Global Locations
230+ Locations in 30+ Countries
North America ● South America ● Europe ● the Middle East ● India ● Australia ● Africa ● Asia
FY16 Revenue
█ Petroleum & Chemicals
█ Industrial
(includes Life Sciences)
█ Aerospace
& Technology
█ Buildings
& Infrastructure

3. Leaders Influence
Tapping the passion within us
What you do, not what you say
Pebble in pond
Powell’s “force multiplier”
Making the shift is essential

4. Can Leadership be Taught?
Not a birthright
All have been influenced
Not being taught now
Unquenched thirst of students
Technology is easier to teach and implement

5. Basic Tenets
Have Vision and Competency
Be authentic, driven and visible
Be Committed and Decisive
Listen and Learn
Surround with the best
Encourage and empower
Take blame, give credit

6. Takeaways
Essential for progress
We can do more
Should be part of Masters degree
Can’t wait 20 years to get started
Opportunities lost