Duncan Ferguson
Managing Director, Leadership Development
Duncan Ferguson is Managing Director, Leadership Development with BPI group, North America. He joined
the company in 2003, bringing more than 22 years of
broad-based business and human resources
management experience.
As part of his current role, Mr. Ferguson is involved with the firm’s Leadership and Team practice, which focuses on consulting with clients on executive coaching, career and leadership development. Mr. Ferguson is a co-lead for the BPI Leadership Institute. He also leads the firm’s 32℠ offering which helps college graduates and young adults navigate the job market and develop a career planning strategy based on their calling, capabilities and connections. He has discussed this topic as a guest on WGN Radio and has been interviewed by the Wall Street Journal.
Whether coaching early careerists or senior executives, Mr. Ferguson combines his significant organizational experience, leadership insights and human resources background to help individuals see the value they can provide to companies and other employees. Using assessments, 360-degree feedback and discussions, he helps people define their “offer” (their distinctive combination of skills, experience and characteristics) and understand how to better leverage these strengths to meet the needs of
the organization.
Prior to joining BPI group, Mr. Ferguson served as a senior HR leader with BP-Amoco and vice president of HR with GATX Corporation.
Mr. Ferguson received his Master of Arts degree from the Michigan State School of Human Resources and Labor Relations. He also received a Bachelor of Arts degree in social science and economics, from Michigan State University. He is president of the Alumni Relations Board for the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations. He is also an Advisory Board member for the College Transitions Research Institute. Additionally, he is a steering committee member of the Michigan State Executives of Chicago group.
Mr. Ferguson is certified to conduct the Leadership Effectiveness Assessment and Myers Briggs assessments.
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