David Cooperrider

David Cooperrider is a prominent organizational development scholar known for his work in positive psychology and appreciative inquiry. He developed the appreciative inquiry approach, which focuses on identifying and building on an organization's strengths rather than merely fixing its problems. This method encourages collaborative dialogue and fosters a positive organizational culture, enabling teams to envision and create a better future. Cooperrider's ideas have influenced many fields, including business management, education, and community development, promoting a strengths-based perspective to foster innovation and engagement.