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Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Matthew Hutcheson

Executive Contributor

E.P.I.C.™ Philosophy

Matthew Hutcheson

E.P.I.C.™ Philosophy

Matthew Hutcheson is a former advisor to two White Houses and both Houses of Congress, as well as a Supreme Court amicus. He has testified before Congress six times, including appearances before the Committees on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (H.E.L.P.), Aging, Finance, and Ways and Means. Matthew’s academic work is published by the University of Illinois Law School at Urbana-Champaign and the Social Science Research Network. He is an occasional university lecturer, is the author of 13 books, including the recently released and highly acclaimed, "Rapport: The Science of Human Connection," and the creator of the “E.P.I.C. Defeat the Defeat™” leadership training program. A former Pentagon official called a particular speech given by Hutcheson as "one of the best motivational speeches ever." Matthew has been married to Annette for 33 years and is the proud father of four successful adult children and a grandfather of three.

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Protective Leadership Is Needed When the Mob Demands a Scapegoat

Leadership in the corporate world is often defined by titles, power, and profit margins. But behind prison walls, a different form of leadership emerges, one that thrives on survival...

What Every CEO Could Learn From Prison Shot Callers

Leadership in the corporate world is often defined by titles, power, and profit margins. But behind prison walls, a different form of leadership emerges, one that thrives on survival...

The Cure for Rappathy Is Organizational Emotional Entrainment

Across boardrooms, breakrooms, and backlogs, something invisible is hollowing out the heart of our organizations. It’s not laziness. It’s not incompetence. It’s not a lack of strategy.

Leadership Is the Feeling That Draws People In and Moves Them to Follow

The following article is adapted from a leadership speech delivered by Annette and Matthew Hutcheson to State of Idaho employees in July 2024. Leadership is often mistaken for charisma, confidence...

Rapport Is the Invisible Thread of Leadership

In every room, every conversation, and every organization, there exists an unseen current that either connects or divides us. That current is rapport. It is a fragile yet powerful bond that...

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CREA Global Awards presented to

Matthew Hutcheson

E.P.I.C.™ Philosophy

The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Daniel Ålund

Selection Committee

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Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to

Matthew Hutcheson

E.P.I.C.™ Philosophy

Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Fredrik Elfqvist

Selection Committee

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

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