In Memory Peter Scholtes

Peter Scholtes died peacefully in his home the morning of July 11, 2009, surrounded by his family. During the last few months of his life he suffered from numerous strokes. This website honors his life’s work, his memory and the great contributions he made. Click here to read his Obituary.

Peter Scholtes was an internationally known author, lecturer and consultant and the recipient of numerous awards such as the Deming Medal and the Ishikawa Award. He was also the author of several books including The Leader’s Handbook: Making Things Happen, Getting Things Done and The Team Handbook.

During the later years of his life, Peter Scholtes selected Kelly Allan to carry on his work. Kelly and his nationwide group of associates bring to organizations Peter’s concepts and theories on management, leadership and teamwork. Please read the note below from Kelly regarding his thoughts about Peter. And, for more information on Kelly, please visit his website at kellyallan.com

A NOTE FROM KELLY ALLAN

Peter Scholtes was one of the most important people in my life –and still is for that matter because of the many profound gifts of spirit and intellect he gave to me –and to us all. I had the great pleasure to talk with Peter about every two weeks during the past decade. His unflagging interest in improving the world, his outrage with injustice, and his sense of humor were a part of almost every conversation.

Many people have written to me with comments. Here is a selection of what they have to say about Peter Scholtes:

• What a wonderful man.
• GOD help heaven with Scholtes and Deming both there now!
• Peter Scholtes. What a great guy!
• I’m so glad I got a chance to meet him and learn from him.
• What a champion he was.
• A great man in so many ways, and I didn’t know him except through his books and you.
• Brilliant man. We are reading THE LEADER’S HANDBOOK. The world needs more people like Peter. You will have to take the mantle.
• I have used the advice from the books of Peter Scholtes so often in the past few years.
• What insight he had.
• We will greatly miss Peter Scholtes.
• Really sorry to hear about the passing of Peter Scholtes.  It sounds like you and Peter had a special relationship both professional and as a friend. It occurred to me after receiving your note on his passing that Peter's work and legacy will --and are-- outliving his time on earth.
• The insights and dedication to excellence Peter Scholtes patterned will always be an inspiration and guide to future generations.

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