Chad Carter is the Chief People Officer for the Gideons International and author of The Five Attributes: Essentials of Hiring. His 20+ years in the marketplace includes leadership of human resources and communications for the U.S. pet care division of M&M Mars, Sony/Provident Music Group and most recently a consulting practice for healthcare providers. With a heart for ministry, Chad made the change to lead human resources and a significant culture change for The Gideons International. Chad has a reputation through his writing and speaking of focusing on practical business issues and moves from issues to relevant actions and delivers results through people. Chad is a C12 Music City Member and currently serves on the Lee University Advisory Board for the School of Business, as well as the Advisory Board for Christian Leadership Alliance.