DR. LORI E. BRAKHAGE

Author, Speaker and Seasoned Corporate Strategist .

Author and speaker Dr. Lori E. Brakhage holds a Doctor of Liberal Studies degree from Southern Methodist University with an academic focus on linguistic anthropology and organizational behaviors. After spending two decades in the corporate world, Dr. Brakhage founded Apex Collective Strategies, LLC (APEX) in 2013. APEX provides tailored advisory services in communication strategy, workplace culture, leadership development, and business relationships. Dr. Brakhage uses a scholar-practitioner approach to understand and address each client's unique needs, creating positive change for their business challenges.

What Clients Are Saying

E. Jeff Serrano, CDE, CNC, Founder & President 360 Corporate Engagement Consulting, LLC

“A reader-friendly yet comprehensive publication of academic scholarship and statistical data, Linguistic Attitudes is a must-read for business professionals, aspiring leaders and those with management responsibility. Dr. L.E. Brakhage also provides case-study research identifying generational workplace values and communication biases, followed by recommendations to achieve meaningful and effective interactions within the multi-generational, post-pandemic work environment.”
Dr. Dara Rossi, Founder, Workplace Joy and Adjunct Faculty Southern Methodist University

“Linguistic Attitudes is a timely, insightful and practical book combining academic research with real-world examples and application for the current multi-generational workplace. The author’s 20-plus years of corporate experience plus linguistic and organizational dynamics expertise provides business acumen partnered with a guide on how to effectively communicate during a time of new and evolving methods of interaction. Back by well-researched statistics, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in effectively navigating generational communication biases and styles in the workplace.”
Lisa Lavender, Owner/Operator Experience Flourish

“Based on academic examination, this book, like its author Dr. Lori Brakhage is deliberate, clear, and provides innovative ideas for enhancing organizational communication.
Readers will find this book complete with valuable information which delivers as effectively whether read in sequence or non-sequentially. Part theoretical, part professional and written with business leaders, managers and human resource professionals in mind, Linguistic Attitudes is an essential resource in today’s workplace for implementing practical ways to positively address communication biases.”
Noelle Montaño, Principal Venn Strategies

“A compelling read for business leaders looking to advance communication effectiveness at their companies. In Linguistic Attitudes, Dr. L. E. Brakhage provides no-nonsense guidance and expertise to address communication challenges inherent in a multi-generational workplace.”

Qualifications

SMU / Doctor of Liberal Studies, Linguistic Anthropology and Organizational Behaviors

SMU / Master of Liberal Studies, Organizational Dynamics and Communications

UNT / Bachelors of Arts, Radio/Television/Film and Political Science

Certifications

American Arbitration Association - Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediator

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics – Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional Development

Development Dimensions International – Targeted Selection & Interaction Management Facilitator