Dr. Karen Linkletter is Director of the Management as a Liberal Art Research Institute (MLARI), which is dedicated to the study and application of management as a liberal art in organizations. She leads a team of researchers working to advance the ideas of Peter F. Drucker and promote effective, ethical leadership. She and Dr. Joseph A. Maciariello co-authored the book Drucker’s Lost Art of Management: Peter Drucker’s Timeless Vision for Building Effective Organizations. Dr. Linkletter has published over 20 articles and essays. Her most recent article is “Leadership Character: A Holistic Approach.” She received her M.B.A. from Claremont Graduate University, where she studied with Peter Drucker. She received her Ph.D. in history, also from Claremont Graduate University. Dr. Linkletter taught in the American Studies Department at California State University, Fullerton for fifteen years. Prior to that, she worked in the financial sector for investment and insurance organizations. She is also a professional cellist, performing throughout southern California and teaching private students. Dr. Linkletter is an avid equestrian and enjoys time with her horse Chance. She has an upcoming book, Peter Drucker and Management (Routledge), which will be available later this spring.