Thedrum

For Constance DeCherney, where we’re headed is important — whether it’s in work or life. DeCherney, who leads strategy at TDA Boulder grew up in Wilmington, Delaware — attended the nearby University of Delaware and found herself, after graduation, at the ACLU, then Planned Parenthood and iCrossing. At every stop along the way, she pushed hard to move everything forward. How we evolve as an industry is of particular interest and DeCherney believes that we place too much emphasis on authenticity when, in fact, it should be all about intention first. Intention can build a future while authenticity can keep evolution at bay, to the industry’s own peril. Motivations are also on her mind — and the ability to listen first and talk second, can help engender greater understanding of people, especially in the tenuous climate gripping the country. Knowing and appreciating values is another key marker for moving forward and the inherent ability to relate — or least attempting to relate — can unearth more connection t