Brenda J. Bowers, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Organization and Leadership Development for the Wheaton Franciscan System. In this role, she is responsible for systemwide development of leaders, orientation of all new associates, associate opinion survey process, 360-degree evaluations of leaders, diversity and cultural competence initiatives, e-learning efforts, clinical development, and library services. Bowers has more than 25 years of health care experience in a variety of capacities including functioning as a nurse, laboratory technologist, educator, consultant, and as a leader in health care operations and administration. She received her bachelor’s degree from St. Martins College and Seminary, her graduate degree from University of Wisconsin-Platteville, and her doctoral degree from Walden University. She is actively involved with her family and community as a Christian leader, role model and advocate.