Speakers 2010: Judd Allen, PhD

President; Human Resources Institute, LLC

Dr. Allen is President of the Human Resources Institute, LLC., a research, publishing and consulting firm that focuses on the creation of supportive cultural environments. He earned his PhD in Community Psychology from New York University and serves on the editorial board of the American Journal of Health Promotion. Dr. Allen is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Wellness Institute. He was a Senior Research Analyst at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and served on the Vermont Governor’s Council for Physical Fitness and Sports. Dr. Allen has assisted several hundred government, business and communities to bring about lasting and positive culture change. He has authored more than 50 books, journal articles, training manuals and software titles. His most recent books are Bringing Wellness Home, Wellness Leadership and Healthy Habits, Helpful Friends. Dr. Allen has completed more than 25 consecutive New York City Marathons, multiple Ironman distance triathlons and long distance cross-country ski races. He lives in Burlington, Vermont with his wife and seven year old daughter.