Dennis W. Bakke
Business
Dennis W. Bakke co-founded The AES Corporation in 1981, serving as its president and CEO from 1994 to 2002.
He grew AES into a global power company operating in 27 countries.
Bakke's passion for creating enjoyable workplaces and teaching organizations' true purpose led him to write "Joy at Work," a bestseller exploring workplace transformation.
He advocates for decentralized decision-making and employee empowerment.
Currently, Bakke is president and CEO of Imagine Schools, a non-profit charter school network.
His leadership philosophy emphasizes giving decision-making power to those closest to the action, as explored in his book "The Decision Maker.".
