Let's Just Jump to Slide3
"Let's get into it..." — that's the exact phrase that sparked the creation of Slide3. With more than three decades of business experience and millions of PowerPoint slides under his belt, our founder Dave Schuette was always eager to get past the preamble and into what matters.
Think about the construction of a basic slide deck: the first slide is the title, the second is the agenda, and the third is where the meat of the presentation begins. Many meetings start by jumping to slide 3 and getting right to it. That's how we work. Regardless of your medium, we help you get to the heart of the matter quickly by looking at your company through two lenses — mechanical and behavioral. And we do it efficiently.
Our Mission
At Slide3, we are committed to helping leaders sleep better at night. We strive to empower individuals and teams by creating meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth — without burnout. With a focus on autonomy, mastery, and purpose, we aim to make a lasting impact on our community and beyond.
What We Value
Purpose-Driven Success
We believe in helping teams succeed by aligning company and team goals. Every step in the process is valuable, and we encourage continuous learning and confidence-building while staying humble and committed.
Quality Over Quantity
We value deep, meaningful work over sheer volume. By investing time wisely and fostering strong relationships, we create a sustainable and fulfilling work environment for our clients and our team.
Collaboration
We thrive when we work together. Our approach is rooted in realism, relationship-building, and mutual support, ensuring that we grow as individuals and as a team.
Adaptability & Innovation
Purpose is dynamic — it evolves over time. We embrace change, revisit our goals, and create a non-competitive space where new ideas and continuous improvement are encouraged.
Embracing Discomfort for Growth
Growth comes from stepping outside our comfort zones. We encourage resilience and a mindset that welcomes challenges as opportunities to improve.
Facts & Thoughtful Approach
We believe in a balanced approach — small but mighty steps backed by knowledge, strategy, and thoughtful execution.
The Team
A dedicated group that combines collective knowledge, experience, and energetic focus to help organizations navigate the realities of a complex market.
Dave Schuette
Managing Partner
Dave has the insight to uncover the issues that prevent companies from maximizing their potential and the vision to inspire them to achieve excellence. With more than 25 years' experience as a business management executive in the technology, software, and consulting sectors, Dave has helped clients transform their strategy and execution to best serve all stakeholders. A Top 25 Consultant of the Year (Consulting Magazine) award winner, Dave's previous leadership roles include Synchronoss Technologies, Knowledgent, and BusinessEdge Solutions (acquired by EMC).
Blake Schuette
Principal Consultant
Blake brings deep expertise in operational strategy and execution, working hands-on with client teams to drive transformation from the ground level. His approach combines analytical rigor with practical implementation to deliver results that stick.
Charles Hudson
Principal Consultant & Product Owner
Charles bridges the gap between strategy and technology, owning product vision and delivery across Slide3 engagements. His background in product management and technical execution ensures that solutions are both strategically sound and practically implementable.
Alexis Carrol
Principal Consultant & Business Analyst
Alexis excels at translating complex business requirements into actionable plans. Her analytical approach and attention to detail ensure that every engagement is grounded in a thorough understanding of the operational landscape and stakeholder needs.
Kaeley Michaelson
Client Partner
Kaeley drives client relationships and ensures that every Slide3 engagement delivers on its promise. Her focus on partnership over transactions creates the trust and alignment needed for successful operational renovation.
Be Bold. Be Fast. Be Different.
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