Specialties
Trainer
Jerrod is a results-driven corporate trainer and learning strategist with deep expertise in leadership development, organizational change, and performance optimization. He designs immersive, data-backed programs that turn theory into measurable business outcomes—bridging the gap between education, technology, and real-world execution.
Speaker
As an international keynote speaker, Jerrod inspires audiences with transformative insights on innovation, culture, and the future of work. His talks blend real-world experience in education, technology, and global real estate to challenge conventional thinking and ignite sustainable change in organizations worldwide.
Author
Jerrod Pickering is the author of The People Problem: Strengthening Cybersecurity Through Proper Training, a groundbreaking book that explores how leadership, culture, and education shape organizational security and success. The sequel should be out in bookstores by December 2025. Beyond his books, Jerrod is a respected thought leader whose bylines appear in leading trade publications, including The Community Banker, Western Banker, The Kansas Banker, and the Michigan Bankers Association Magazine.
His articles—covering cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, leadership, and digital transformation—have influenced executives and educators alike across banking, technology, and education sectors. With a unique ability to make complex topics accessible, Jerrod bridges the worlds of academia, industry, and innovation—helping readers and organizations rethink how people, training, and technology intersect in the modern workplace.